The Place
Last inspected: Oct 30, 2025
82
Score
Public records show eight inspections at The Place stretching back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 30, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around six violations to closer to four violations per visit over the last few inspections.
Across the inspection history, “stored food not covered” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
Compared to the broader Estero restaurant scene, this is about average. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 30, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 3 dented cans of peeled tomatoes, and 3 dented cans of artichoke hearts. Operator segregated cans to return for credit. **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-01-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed open employee beverage in the reach in cooler by the side salad prep area.
12B-13-4
82
Jul 16, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut pineapple at 58F and cut strawberries at 69F
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cut pineapple at 58F and cut strawberries at 69F. **Admin Complaint**
01B-02-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on reach in coolers soiled with food debris.
23-03-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils on the cook line in standing water of 117F.
10-07-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle of scoop in contact with the Panko bread crumbs.
10-01-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed make cooler next to the fryer not working. Operator stated the parts are on order. **Corrective Action Taken**
14-11-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed dishes in the dry storage area with water between the containers.
24-08-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed stored uncooked pizzas not covered.
08B-12-5
55
Dec 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
82
Jul 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
64
Jan 25, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on prep table behind salad station. Operator moved bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired.
50-17-3
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed cook at line not wash hands when changing gloves.
12A-07-5
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 - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food debris build up on can opener blade. Operator moved can opener for cleaning. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-02-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour and cornstarch bulk bins not labeled. Operator labeled containers. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed brownish substance inside ice machine lid in the kitchen.
22-20-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee preparing food with a watch on their hand.
13-07-4
45
Jul 27, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed floor fan in front of hand wash sink next to fryer station. Operator moved fan. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed scoop on top of flour bin. Operator moved. **Corrected On-Site**
10-02-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed soufflé cup used as scoop in corn meal. Operator removed cup **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed music speaker next to microwave oven on countertop. Operator moved speaker. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee handling food with no beard guard.
13-04-4
70
May 31, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
90
Jan 31, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 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. Observed no clean up plan for bodily fluids. emailed and printed operator form. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust like staining on interior of ice machines.
22-31-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed buildup of mold like substance on ice machine lid.
22-20-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of food stored on floor in walk in freezer.
08B-38-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed raw fish on sheet tray un covered in freezer.
08B-12-5
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Place last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Place on file is from Oct 30, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Place?
Across the inspection record, “stored food not covered” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Place.
How does The Place compare to other restaurants in Estero?
The Place most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Estero average of 82.
Has The Place's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at The Place have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at The Place 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 The Place inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Place is inspected around three times per year on average.
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