Szchuan Taste
Last inspected: Oct 8, 2025
64
Score
Going back to 2022, Szchuan Taste has 10 inspections in the public record. On Oct 8, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around seven violations to closer to four violations per visit.
“Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
Restaurants in Fort Myers average 81, so Szchuan Taste trails the local norm. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 8, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
64
Aug 8, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior of the hood soiled with grease. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-07: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-08: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
95
Aug 7, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
67
Aug 4, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found; 58 droppings on floor at dry storage 8 droppings on can oyster flavored sauce 25 dropping top of rice container at dry storage 67 on floor near by triple sink 78 on floor behind soy sauce containers next to reach-in cooler **Warning**
35A-04-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach-in cooler; raw egg stored over water bottles. Operator removed raw shell eggs bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Basic - Single-service food containers not stored inverted or protected from contamination at front counter. **Warning**
25-06-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour container not labeled at prep at prep area. **Warning**
02D-01-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled with accumulation of grease under cooking equipments. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Onion stored on floor front of soy sauce containers. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior of the hood soiled with grease. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues near by dry storage. Walk-in cooler interior/shelf have accumulation of soil residues. **Warning**
22-16-4
55
Jan 14, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach-in cooler; raw chicken stored over ready eat tomatoes. Operator removed tomatoes to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At cook-line; floor soiled with grease under cooking equipment.
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service food containers not stored inverted or protected from contamination at front counter. Operator stored inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
78
Aug 27, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. In Reach in cooler near by hand washing sink; cooked noodle (51F - Cooling) Per operator noodles cooked and placed in Reach in cooler the night before inspection.
01B-13-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In Reach in cooler near by stove; raw chicken stored over cooked corn. Operator removed cooked corn to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In Reach in cooler near by hand washing sink; cooked noodle (51F - Cooling) Per operator noodles cooked and placed in Reach in cooler the night before inspection.
03D-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 DBPR HR 5030-104 form. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled with food debris. Operator cleaned can opener at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In Walk-in cooler; cooked pork not properly date mark. Per operator cooked pork prepared a few days ago.
02C-02-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk-in cooler floor soiled with accumulation of food debris.
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Raw beef stored on floor in Walk-in cooler.
08B-38-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator choking sign. **Corrective Action Taken**
51-13-4
41
Mar 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Rice stored in nonfood-grade storage container. Operator removed correct storage. **Corrected On-Site**
14-15-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Single service food containers not stored inverted. Operator stored inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Thawing shrimp in standing water by triple sink. Discussed with operator proper thawing procedures and operator. Operator removed and placed it under running water. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on prep area. Operator removed correct storage. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
74
Sep 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
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
90
Apr 5, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed operator washing and rinsing but not sanitizing food containers. Discussed with operator the importance of wash, rinsing, sanitizing and air drying all utensils and food containers. Provided operator with manual ware washing diagram in Chinese. Operator sit up Triple sink correctly and rewashed items. **Corrected On-Site**
22-45-4
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge failed to notify the division of employee diagnosed with Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Shigella spp., Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli, Typhoid fever (caused by Salmonella Typhi) or Salmonella (nontyphoidal).
11-01-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed ipad on cutting board sitting on prep table.
40-06-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceilings tiles throughout kitchen are not smooth, non absorbent and easily cleanable. Repeat 11/01/2022 **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Raw chicken stored on floor in walk-in cooler. Operator put chicken on bottom shelf. Fryer oil on floor in back storage area. Operator moved all to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
67
Nov 1, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. On top refrigerated unit raw chicken was on top unit without a barrier over lower refrigerated unit. Operator moved items so nothing was below . **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Fresh garlic in oil (93 F - Hot Holding) on prep cart on cook line. Per operator he removed item two hours prior. Operator moved item to reach-in cooler on cooks line **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb on cooks line next to hand washing sink **Warning**
29-34-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-03-7
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Warning**
36-37-5
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Fan cover in walk-in cooler has accumulation of dust. **Warning**
36-50-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit by rice cooker in prep area at 83 F. 1/25/2022 **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
10-07-4
50
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Szchuan Taste last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Szchuan Taste on file is from Oct 8, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Szchuan Taste?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Szchuan Taste.
How does Szchuan Taste compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
Szchuan Taste most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Myers average of 81.
Has Szchuan Taste's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Szchuan Taste have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Szchuan Taste means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Szchuan Taste inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Szchuan Taste is inspected around three times per year on average.
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