Minas Grill
Last inspected: Oct 15, 2025
90
Score
Across the available record, Minas Grill has 11 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Oct 15, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around two violations across recent inspections versus roughly four violations before.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “time/temperature control for safety food cold held”, showing up three times.
Minas Grill's latest score of 90 sits above the Fort Myers average of 80. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-15: **Time Extended**
53B-02-5
90
Oct 14, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition.Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach-in cooler; cooked sausage (46F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (47F - Cold Holding); butter (46F - Cold Holding). Per operator all items stored in reach-in cooler over night. See stop sale. **Warning**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach-in cooler; cooked sausage (46F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (47F - Cold Holding); butter (46F - Cold Holding). Per operator all items stored in reach-in cooler over night. See stop sale. **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-02-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt container not labeled at dry storage. Operator labeled salt container. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02D-01-5
64
Jul 15, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 10, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach-in cooler; cooked pasta (48F - Cold Holding); cheese (50F - Cold Holding); cooked sausage (51F - Cold Holding); cheese (51F - Cold Holding). Per operator all items stored in reach-in cooler overnight. See stop sale. **Warning**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach-in cooler; raw chicken stored over chopped carrots. Operator removed raw chicken to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach-in cooler; cooked pasta (48F - Cold Holding); cheese (50F - Cold Holding); cooked sausage (51F - Cold Holding); cheese (51F - Cold Holding). Per operator all items stored in reach-in cooler overnight. See stop sale. **Warning**
03A-02-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Water case stored on floor near by reach-in cooler. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Single-service food containers not stored inverted or protected from contamination at prep area. Operator stored inverted. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-06-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bags stored over prep area. Operator removed employee bags. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
55
Feb 25, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
90
Aug 1, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
74
Mar 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over cooked chicken at Display Cooler Unit. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
16-62-1
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed operator the written procedure.
03F-10-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Operator labeled the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
64
Nov 8, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 6, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Provided operator with approved food handler training via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Operator completed form during inspection and has included form in new hire packets. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed hand washing sign missing in men's bathroom. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bulk containers of rice and beans unlabeled in prep kitchen. **Warning**
02D-01-5
74
May 30, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
78
Aug 15, 2022
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed can of Hot Shot by mop sink.
41-05-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over ready to eat croissants in reach in cooler. Operator moved eggs to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed beef curing at room temperature for three days. Current temperature is 78F. Total weight approximately 70 lbs.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw beef at 78F.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed ham croquettes and beef empanadas held at room temperature. Printed copy of plan for operator to complete. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
03F-10-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with clear liquid on top of reach in cooler next to three compartment sink.
41-17-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign in men's restroom.
31B-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters not protected on top of coffee machine.
25-06-4
41
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Minas Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Minas Grill on file is from Oct 15, 2025. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Minas Grill?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Minas Grill.
How does Minas Grill compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
Minas Grill most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has Minas Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Minas Grill have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Minas Grill means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Minas Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Minas Grill is inspected around three times per year on average.
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