Gourmet Pizza Bistro (The)

7101 Cypress Lake Dr #61, Fort Myers, FL 33907

Pizza

Last inspected: Nov 24, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Gourmet Pizza Bistro (The) has eight inspections in the public record. On Nov 24, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near five violations per visit.

“Ice scoop handle in contact with ice” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.

Gourmet Pizza Bistro (The)'s latest score of 86 sits above the Fort Myers average of 80. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 24, 2025

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.

33-23-4

Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.

33-11-4

Basic - Single-service food containers not stored inverted or protected from contamination at front counter. Operator stored inverted. **Corrected On-Site**

25-06-4

Aug 8, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at triple sink. Operating labeled spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Basic - Dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.

33-23-4

Basic - Dumpster rusted out on bottom with holes.

33-12-4

Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.

33-11-4

Basic - Single-service food containers not stored inverted or protected from contamination at the top of reach-in cooler. Operator stored inverted. **Corrected On-Site**

25-06-4

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Clean spoons not stored inverted at prep area. Operator stored inverted. **Corrected On-Site**

24-05-4

Feb 25, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.

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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration

FL-33

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Nov 6, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at Dish machine area. Operator labeled the spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled with food debris. Operator leaned can opener at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

22-02-4

Basic - Dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.

33-23-4

Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.

33-11-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator chocking sign. **Corrective Action Taken**

51-13-4

Basic - Single-service food containers not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Operator stored inverted. **Corrected On-Site**

25-06-4

Apr 11, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license 12/01/2023 **Admin Complaint**

50-17-3

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled with food debris.

22-02-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles soiled with accumulated grease at kitchen area.

36-34-5

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

10-08-5

Sep 20, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

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.org) 866-372-7233.

53B-14-5

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense blue cheese crumbles. Operator removed cup. **Corrected On-Site**

14-01-5

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Educated operator on proper storage of ice scoop. **Repeat Violation**

10-08-5

Apr 10, 2023

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Ice scoop laying in ice in ice machine. Operator removed and cleaned ice scoop **Corrected On-Site**

10-08-5

Nov 30, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Missing on mop sink outside.

29-42-4

Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food.Provided operator with Time as a public health control policy.

03F-10-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink by triple sink blocked by mop bucket. Operator moved bucket. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in large ice machine. Operator removed scoop and put back on handle. **Corrected On-Site**

10-08-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Gourmet Pizza Bistro (The) last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Gourmet Pizza Bistro (The) on file is from Nov 24, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Gourmet Pizza Bistro (The)?

Across the inspection record, “ice scoop handle in contact with ice” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Gourmet Pizza Bistro (The).

How does Gourmet Pizza Bistro (The) compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?

Gourmet Pizza Bistro (The) most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Myers average of 80.

Has Gourmet Pizza Bistro (The)'s inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Gourmet Pizza Bistro (The) have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Gourmet Pizza Bistro (The) 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 Gourmet Pizza Bistro (The) inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Gourmet Pizza Bistro (The) is inspected around three times per year on average.

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