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NARDETTE TAKE OUT RESTAURANT

3082 FOWLER STREET · FORT MYERS · Lee County · FL 33901

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateSeptember 18, 2026
Inspection typeRoutine – Food
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionEmergency Order Callback Not Complied
Resultfacility_temporarily_closed
Inspection number3703720
Visit number2
Inspection Visit ID13915114
DBPR license4607302

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
1 High Priority3 Intermediate3 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical7 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

7 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.

High Priority 1

#4High Priority35A-04-4

High Priority – – From initial inspection : High Priority – Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 20 rodent droppings inside metal container near 3 compartment sink. Observed approximately 50-60 rodent droppings under table in shelving and containers. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2026-09-18: Observed approximately 10-20 rodent droppings in kitchen near reach in cooler. The operator cleaned and sanitized the area. **Admin Complaint**

WarningAdmin Complaint

Intermediate 3

#5Intermediate16-37-1

Intermediate – – From initial inspection : Intermediate – No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2026-09-18: **Time Extended**

Warning
#6Intermediate02C-04-5

Intermediate – – From initial inspection : Intermediate – Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed multiple frozen items prepared on site not date marked. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2026-09-18: **Time Extended**

Warning
#7Intermediate53B-14-5

Intermediate – – From initial inspection : 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 expired food handler training for Gesner Joseph – 3/31/24. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2026-09-18: **Time Extended**

Warning

Basic 3

#1Basic32-04-4

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed bathroom near exit, door not self closing. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2026-09-18: **Time Extended**

Warning
#2Basic14-69-4

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Ice buildup in reach-in freezer in kitchen. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2026-09-18: **Time Extended**

Warning
#3Basic36-02-5

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete in multiple areas in establishment. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2026-09-18: **Time Extended**

Warning

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on September 19, 2026 11:42 AM.

Violation category totals
Category 2 · Original container, labeling, date marking and consumer advisory
1 observation(s)
Category 14 · Food-contact and nonfood-contact surface design/maintenance
1 observation(s)
Category 16 · Dishwashing facilities, test kits and gauges
1 observation(s)
Category 32 · Bathrooms
1 observation(s)
Category 35 · Pest control / insects / rodents / animals / outer openings
1 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
1 observation(s)
Category 46 · Exits not blocked or locked – reporting only
1 observation(s)
Category 53 · Food manager certification / employee training verification
1 observation(s)

Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.