TROPICAL CREOLE RESTAURANT
3440 FOWLER ST UNIT C · FORT MYERS · Lee County · FL 33901
Inspection Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
2 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 1
03A-02-5High Priority – – From initial inspection : High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pasta (74F – Cold Holding) in reach in cooler at front counter. Operator advised made and placed directly in unit 1 hour prior. Educated on proper cooling methods and operator will begin rapid cooling via ice bath or freezer prior to placing in reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** – From follow-up inspection 2026-02-20: **Time Extended**
Intermediate 1
03F-10-5Intermediate – – From initial inspection : Intermediate – No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed cooked plantain (76F – Hot Holding) on cook line. The operator states he serves all within an hour or discards. Educated on time stamping and tracking, provided time as a public health control form via email. **Corrective Action Taken** – From follow-up inspection 2026-02-20: **Time Extended**
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 13, 2026 11:32 PM.
Violation category totals
2 observation(s)
Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.