Paris Banh Mi
Last inspected: Apr 3, 2026
17
Score
Inspectors have visited Paris Banh Mi three times, with records going back to 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 3, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around 19 violations each, up from closer to four violations before.
Looking across the full record, “nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.
Compared to other Fort Myers restaurants (averaging 80), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
3
Inspections
7
Critical latest
3
Major latest
9
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 3, 2026
Routine - Food
7 critical violations. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed non food grade containers used to store food. **Warning**
14-15-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above raw pork and beef in the walk in cooler. **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed repackaged raw beef stored above cooked egg rolls. **Warning**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed beef tripe in the reach in cooler on the cook line 55F. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef tripe held on reach in cooler on cook line at 55F. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed meatball soup broth at 104F operator heated to 175F. observed beef broth on stove at 126F operator heated to 180F. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed beef pork and chicken store on grocery store plastic bags in the freezer. **Warning**
14-31-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels in the kitchen. Operator replaced the towels. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. **Warning**
51-16-7
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Not all food included cut raw pork prepared over 24 hours according to the owner. **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - In-use ladles stored on shelf across from the stove no high enough stored between uses. **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed men's room door not self closing. **Warning**
32-04-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed dirty door handles on reach in cooler on the cook line. **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage on prep table nest to the microwave. **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee working with food with no hair protection. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed beverages at the front counter stored on the floor. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on front line counter reach in cooler soiled. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed exterior door. Of self closing tightly. **Warning**
35B-03-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers of flour and sugar not labeled. **Warning**
02D-01-5
17
Dec 5, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with bread rolls.
14-31-5
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 12/01/25.
50-17-3
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwash sink next to three compartment sink used to store container of food.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled in dishwash area.
41-17-4
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. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink in dishwash area. Operator added soap to dispenser. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.
25-06-4
Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Forks and spoons at front service counter.
25-02-4
Basic - Interior roof of oven/microwave at cook line has accumulation of grease/food debris.
22-08-4
43
Nov 7, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Paris Banh Mi last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Paris Banh Mi on file is from Apr 3, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Paris Banh Mi?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Paris Banh Mi.
How does Paris Banh Mi compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
Paris Banh Mi most recently scored 17 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has Paris Banh Mi's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Paris Banh Mi have averaged around 19 violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Paris Banh Mi means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
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