Tiki Subs & Mexican Place
Last inspected: Jan 3, 2024
32
Score
Inspectors have visited Tiki Subs & Mexican Place four times, with records going back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 3, 2024. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well. The file hasn't been updated since Jan 3, 2024, so take the current picture with that in mind.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around six violations to closer to 12 violations.
Looking across the full record, “nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with bread” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
The city-wide average sits at 80, which Tiki Subs & Mexican Place's 32 doesn't quite reach. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 3, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with bread. Educated operator on switching to food grade containers. **Repeat Violation**
14-31-5
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed package of raw chicken stored over packages of tortillas. Operator placed raw chicken on bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Educated operator on updating employee food safety training. **Repeat Violation**
53B-14-5
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. Provided operator with written procedures. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Restroom. Educated operator on having paper towels. **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. Operator completed form. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Educated operator on having soap. **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense precooked chopped meats.
14-01-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
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Sep 14, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with bread.
14-31-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken 58F cold hold less than 4 hours. Operator placed raw chicken in working 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. Provided operator with written procedures. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Restroom. Educated operator on importance of having paper towels. **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. Operator completed forms before leaving inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Restroom.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-14-5
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee washing hands at three compartment sink.
12A-03-4
Basic - Improper storage of maintenance equipment that interferes with cleaning. Observed lawn mower and pressure washer stored in same enclosure with food items.
42-02-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
37
Jan 4, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
95
Jul 21, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with bread. Operator switched bread to food grade container. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-31-5
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee washing hands at three compartment sink.
12A-03-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink in restroom.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink in restroom.
31B-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Beverage reach in cooler.
29-49-6
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook.
13-03-4
Basic - Exhaust/ventilation hood system not designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping onto food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
36-63-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Restroom. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed bag of onions stored on floor in kitchen. Operator placed onions off floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
Basic - Improper storage of maintenance equipment that interferes with cleaning. Observed lawn mower and power wash stored in back storage area.
42-02-4
Basic - No hot running water at mop sink.
27-10-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior in back storage area have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease. Cook line and dishwash area.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tiki Subs & Mexican Place last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tiki Subs & Mexican Place on file is from Jan 3, 2024. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tiki Subs & Mexican Place?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with bread” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Tiki Subs & Mexican Place.
How does Tiki Subs & Mexican Place compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
Tiki Subs & Mexican Place most recently scored 32 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has Tiki Subs & Mexican Place's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Tiki Subs & Mexican Place have averaged around 12 violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Tiki Subs & Mexican Place 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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