Pao De Minas Bakery

2215-A Winkler Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33901

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Apr 15, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Public records show four inspections at Pao De Minas Bakery stretching back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from Apr 15, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around five violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “no written procedures available for use”, which has been cited two times.

Restaurants in Fort Myers average 81, so Pao De Minas Bakery trails the local norm. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 15, 2026

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed chicken pastry at front counter 112F, operator states they discard after 4 hours if unsold. Emailed copy of instructions and form to operator. **Repeat Violation**

03F-10-5

Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Sending to operator via email. **Corrected On-Site**

11-27-4

Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Food manager not on site for inspection. Currently there are 4 employees actively engaged in food handling or preparation. **Repeat Violation**

53A-05-6

Basic - Employee eating while preparing food. Observed employee eating while preparing dough at the front counter.

12B-01-4

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs stored on oven door, the operator removed the tongs. **Corrected On-Site**

10-20-4

Dec 11, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 2 cans of spaghetti sauce, and one can of ketchup dented at the seam. The operator segregated the items for return. **Corrected On-Site**

01B-01-4

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw beef in plastic wrap stored over cheese pastry not commercially packaged. The operator relocated the items. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

08A-02-6

53A-05-6

Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed beef pastry (111F - Hot Holding); cheese pastry (109F - Hot Holding); chicken pastry (110F - Hot Holding) stored in hot holding unit at front counter. The operator states they have been in case for less than 2 hours, and states they are discarded after 4 hours. Educated on time as a public health control and provided the form via email. **Corrective Action Taken**

03F-10-5

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled, purple chemical stored near 3 compartment sink.

41-17-4

Basic - Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Bananas stored directly under paper towels and soap dispenser at front counter. The operator moved the items. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-54-4

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in front of reach in cooler at prep area.

36-17-5

Mar 18, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at coffee station: half and half (70F - Cold Holding). Operator voluntarily discarded item. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

03A-02-5

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed non raw eggs stored over produce in reach in cooler by dough proofer, and raw meat over frozen strawberries in reach in freezer. Educated operator on proper food storage. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

08A-05-6

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**

53B-01-5

Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven equipment door handle between uses. Operator moved item for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

10-20-4

Nov 12, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pao De Minas Bakery last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pao De Minas Bakery on file is from Apr 15, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pao De Minas Bakery?

Across the inspection record, “no written procedures available for use” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pao De Minas Bakery.

How does Pao De Minas Bakery compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?

Pao De Minas Bakery most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Myers average of 81.

Has Pao De Minas Bakery's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pao De Minas Bakery have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Pao De Minas Bakery means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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