Poached
Last inspected: Apr 17, 2026
55
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at Poached, the earliest from 2023. On Apr 17, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around six violations each.
“Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
The city-wide average sits at 80, which Poached's 55 doesn't quite reach. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
9
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 17, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Employee using bare hands to butter toasted bread. Informed operator of proper procedures.
09-01-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw beef in reach in cooler. Operator moved to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle not labeled at hostess stand.
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in back kitchen.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance throughout kitchen area.
36-34-5
Basic - Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee on cook line engaging in food preparation with no hair restraint. Operator donned a hat during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
13-02-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Bags of onions stored on floor in walk in cooler. Operator moved to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
55
Aug 25, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
55
Apr 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Coffee staged in filters uncovered at the bar. Operator covered items. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: Time extended to allow Operator time to train. **Time Extended**
08B-12-5
95
Feb 25, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Quat sanitizer, Windex and other chemicals were stored on shelving above and directly adjacent to containers of oil, vinegar and wing sauce. Educated Operator about proper storage of chemicals below and away from food. Repeat from 10-30-24. Propane torch was stored in a box of crackers. Operator removed propane. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
41-10-4
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. Operator unable to locate records during the visit. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing pink liquid ublabeled at the hostess station and spray bottle containing clear liquid at the mop sink. Removed both chemicals to office for labeling. Repeat from 10-30-24. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin on the plastic deflector. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Can opener blade not kept sharp - observed metal shavings and heavy rust. **Warning**
14-22-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Coffee staged in filters uncovered at the bar. Operator covered items. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-12-5
61
Oct 30, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
47
Feb 15, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. ; Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) Chemical supply bucket was empty. Bucket was changed, machine was primed and re-ran and achieved 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Plate and spoon observed sitting in the basin.
31A-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Shelves in the dishroom holding clean wares observed severely rusted and no longer easily cleanable. Flaking rust can also contaminate food surfaces and should be avoided in food handling environments.
14-11-5
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper strength. Towels in sanitizer solution measured greater than 200 ppm. Employee emptied and discarded towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-07-4
67
Sep 25, 2023
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Ibuprofen stored with food in kitchen. Operator moved to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Two number 10 cans of tomato sauce and two cans of black beans with severely dented rims. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the operator. Repeat from 05-25-2023 **Repeat Violation**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs stored above ready to eat lettuce. Operator moved food to,proper storage.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Nine pounds of sliced deli meats and 3 pounds of Swiss cheese sliced and portioned more than 7 days prior. Repeat from 05-25-2023. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the operator. **Repeat Violation**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. sausage (52 F - Cold Holding) on cooks line, per operator sausage had been removed less than two hours prior. Operator moved to reach in cooler to rapidly chill. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Inside nice scoop holder at server station has a mold like substance.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. At front hand sink and underneath dish machine.
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Mold like substance inside ice machine in back kitchen.
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Ramekin in oats on expo line. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Two large CO2 tanks unsecured next to soda bag in box rack
51-11-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 00ppm)
21-07-4
32
May 25, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
47
Jan 4, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Poached last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Poached on file is from Apr 17, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Poached?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Poached.
How does Poached compare to other restaurants in Bonita Springs?
Poached most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Bonita Springs average of 80.
Has Poached's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Poached have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Poached means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Poached inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Poached is inspected around three times per year on average.
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