Zen Deli

4135 M L King Blvd Ste Blue 7, Fort Myers, FL 33916

Other

Last inspected: Dec 5, 2025

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged eight inspections at Zen Deli, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from Dec 5, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.

Restaurants in Fort Myers average 80, so Zen Deli is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 5, 2025

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Oct 24, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Vinegar and sesame oil containers stored on floor at dry storage. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-24: Vinegar container on floor. **Time Extended**

08B-38-4

Aug 15, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Mar 14, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.

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High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed can of Raid under hand washing sink. Operator removed from building. **Corrected On-Site**

41-05-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed buildup of black mold like substance inside ice bin.

22-20-5

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license is current in system, but, not displayed.

50-09-4

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a watch while preparing food on cook's line.

13-07-4

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint preparing food on cook's line.

13-03-4

Nov 1, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Nov 3, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed used gloves in hand washing sink. Operator removed from sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

31A-09-4

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. Observed some employees training expired 10/2023. Discussed renewing trading for these employees with operator.

53B-14-5

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed cracked gaskets in standup reach in freezer across from three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**

14-11-5

May 5, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Dec 9, 2022

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at hand washing sink. Operator states they are boiling water to was hands and clean dishes until water heater is repaired. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

27-16-4

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning**

16-37-1

Intermediate - No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Operator is boiling water until water heater can be repaired. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

27-06-4

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed faucet of three compartment sink is leaking when turned on. **Warning**

29-11-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Zen Deli last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Zen Deli on file is from Dec 5, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

How does Zen Deli compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?

Zen Deli most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Myers average of 80.

Has Zen Deli's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Zen Deli have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Zen Deli 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 Zen Deli inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Zen Deli is inspected around three times per year on average.

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