Restaurante La Bendicion
Last inspected: Nov 18, 2025
90
Score
Going back to 2023, Restaurante La Bendicion has eight inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Nov 18, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around three violations compared to roughly seven violations earlier on.
The pattern that stands out is “in-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses”, which has been cited five times.
Restaurants in Fort Myers average 80, so Restaurante La Bendicion is doing better than most peers. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
8
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Operator removed tongs from stove handle. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light shield missing for fluorescent lights over cook's line. **Repeat Violation**
38-07-4
90
May 13, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with yellow liquid under counter out front across from ice cream freezer.
41-17-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed water shut off at hand washing sink next to three compartment sink. Operator turned on and water was 124F. **Corrected On-Site**
27-16-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels in unisex bathroom.
31B-02-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed large bag of rice stored on floor in kitchen prep area. Operator moved to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light fixture over cook's line missing a light shield. **Repeat Violation**
38-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign in unisex bathroom.
31B-04-4
64
Feb 13, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-13: **Time Extended**
10-20-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light fixture over cook's line missing a light shield. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-13: **Time Extended**
38-07-4
90
Nov 12, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
67
Jun 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee bring dirty cook ware to three compartment sink then begin using clean utensils to prepare food without changing gloves. Discussed proper glove use with operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-09-4
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. Provided Operator with Clean up Form DBPR HR 5030-104 via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light shield missing for fluorescent lights over prep table on cook's line.
38-07-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign in unisex restroom.
31B-04-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs hanging on oven handle below rather waist on cook's line. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
61
Nov 28, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee put on gloves without washing hands before handling ready to eat tortillas. Discussed proper hand washing practices with operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-07-5
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed can of Raid in kitchen area.
41-05-4
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. Provided Operator with Clean up Form DBPR HR 5030-104 via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
11-27-4
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 signed printed copy during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light shield missing over prep table on cook's line. **Repeat Violation**
38-01-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven door handle. Operator removed tongs. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone on shelf over prep table on cooks line.
40-06-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bag of radishes stored on floor next to ice machine.
08B-38-4
50
Jun 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
58
Feb 14, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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. Provided Operator with Clean up Form DBPR HR 5030-104 via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
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. Provided Operator with Employee Reporting Agreement DBPR Form HR 5030-103 via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed tilapia thawing at room temperature in prep sink.
06-01-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Restaurante La Bendicion last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Restaurante La Bendicion on file is from Nov 18, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Restaurante La Bendicion?
Across the inspection record, “in-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Restaurante La Bendicion.
How does Restaurante La Bendicion compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
Restaurante La Bendicion most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has Restaurante La Bendicion's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Restaurante La Bendicion have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Restaurante La Bendicion 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 Restaurante La Bendicion inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Restaurante La Bendicion is inspected around three times per year on average.
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