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Sospiri Italian Cafe and Gelato

23151 Village Shops Way Ste 113, Estero, FL 33928
Italian
Last inspected: Feb 24, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2023, Sospiri Italian Cafe and Gelato has four inspections in the public record. On Feb 24, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

Looking across the full record, “establishment has no written procedures for employees” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Estero restaurant scores 82. The record reflects steady performance over time.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 24, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information.
53B-10-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-6
86
Oct 29, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 26, 2023
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed premade hoagies in reach in cooler below pan in press according to the operator they were prepared over 24 hour ago.
02C-02-5
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. Observed no plan for the cleanup of vomiting and diarrhea. Emailed appropriate form HR 5030-104. **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. Observed no employee reporting forms available at time of inspection. Emailed appropriate form HR 5030-103. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust like substance in gelato machine mixing bowl in gelato machine.
22-31-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
58
Feb 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cream cake 48F cold hold less than 4 hours. Operator turned down reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
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.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container stored in front service hand wash sink. Operator removed plastic container. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
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.
11-26-1
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sospiri Italian Cafe and Gelato last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sospiri Italian Cafe and Gelato on file is from Feb 24, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sospiri Italian Cafe and Gelato?

Across the inspection record, “establishment has no written procedures for employees” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sospiri Italian Cafe and Gelato.

How does Sospiri Italian Cafe and Gelato compare to other restaurants in Estero?

Sospiri Italian Cafe and Gelato most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Estero average of 82.

Has Sospiri Italian Cafe and Gelato's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sospiri Italian Cafe and Gelato have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sospiri Italian Cafe and Gelato 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 Sospiri Italian Cafe and Gelato inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Sospiri Italian Cafe and Gelato is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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