Gateway, Lee County

BOULEVARD DELI AND TAVERN

12220 TOWNE LAKE DR STE 10, Gateway, FL 33913

FoodSeating
Latest violations
4
1 High Priority
Mar 25, 2026
City
Gateway
County
Lee
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
12

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

Mar 25, 2026

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 2Total: 4

08A-05-6

Detail 24468392

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat roast beef in walk in cooler. Operator placed raw shell eggs in proper location. Corrected On-Site

22-02-4

Detail 24468394

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Can opener.

13-03-4

Detail 24468391

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook.

14-69-4

Detail 24468393

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer near front service area.

Aug 7, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 2Basic: 2Total: 6

22-43-4

Detail 23939651

High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Triple Sink (Quaternary less than 100ppm) at indoor bar. Operator added concentrated quaternary chemical, quaternary 200ppm. Corrected On-Site

03A-02-5

Detail 23939653

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach-in cooler drawers under flat top grill cook line:; raw ground beef (52F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding); cooked beans (52F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (57F - Cold Holding) for 30 minutes per operator, during which time drawer was opened frequently for refilling and service. Operator iced down all foods and began monitoring temperatures to ensure rapid cooling. Corrective Action Taken

31A-09-4

Detail 23939650

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Partially blocked with trash can at front counter. Operator moved can for sink access. Corrected On-Site

53B-14-5

Detail 23939655

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. Michael, Melissa, Omar are expired and still employed.

08B-49-4

Detail 23939654

Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public in walk-in cooler. Discussed with operator designating a specific area solely for employee food where it cannot contaminate food for customers.

10-12-5

Detail 23939652

Basic - In-use pizza stored on soiled surface of oven between uses.

47-02-4

Detail 23939649

Observed scorch marks around electrical outlet. For reporting purposes only. Cook line left side next to door to bar.

Jan 29, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 3Total: 5

09-01-4

Detail 23512607

High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee handling cooked pizza while cutting with bare hands. Spoke with employee regarding glove use when needed to handle ready-to-eat foods.

41-17-4

Detail 23512603

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 2 unlabeled bottles of chemicals over triple sink in main dishwashing area.

14-69-4

Detail 23512605

Basic - Ice buildup in tall white reach-in freezer near counter by cook line left side.

23-03-4

Detail 23512604

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on main walk-in cooler, right side cooler under pass thru window main cook line drawers across from grill. Also dust on electric cords over main cook line.

21-07-4

Detail 23512606

Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 0ppm) by dishwashing area. Operator discarded and refilled, 50ppm chlorine. Corrected On-Site

Sep 24, 2024

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

High Priority: 1Basic: 1Total: 2

14-15-4

Detail 23172929

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with tomatoes in deli area small reach-in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: Time Extended

14-11-5

Detail 23172930

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on cooler in kitchen at pass thru window is torn. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: Time Extended

Sep 16, 2024

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 4Intermediate: 2Basic: 3Total: 9

22-57-6

Detail 23149461

High Priority - Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Dishwasher (Temperature 145F) after running three times. Operator set up manual sanitation in triple sink, chlorine Warning

14-15-4

Detail 23149463

High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with tomatoes in deli area small reach-in cooler. Warning

01B-13-4

Detail 23149467

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. In reach-in cooler drawer across from flat grill, raw tuna in sealed reduced-oxygen packaging, fully thawed, with label, per operator stored overnight. Warning

41-27-4

Detail 23149459

High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200+ppm) in deli area. Warning

31A-11-4

Detail 23149464

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Sanitizer bucket in handwash sink in deli area. Operator cleared the sink for use. Corrected On-Site Warning

16-62-1

Detail 23149466

Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine, no chlorine or quaternary test strips. Warning

06-09-1

Detail 23149465

Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. In reach-in cooler drawer across from flat grill, raw tuna in sealed reduced-oxygen packaging, fully thawed, with label, per operator stored overnight. Warning

14-11-5

Detail 23149460

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on cooler in kitchen at pass thru window is torn. Repeat Violation Warning

31B-04-4

Detail 23149462

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at deli counter. Warning

Apr 30, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 6Total: 6

24-27-4

Detail 22842307

Basic - Clean equipment/utensils stored next to handwash sink exposed to splash at front deli counter. Employee remove items from splash area. Corrected On-Site

12B-07-4

Detail 22842303

Basic - Employee beverage container on top of reach-in cooler make table by dishwasher area.

13-07-4

Detail 22842308

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employees preparing food with watches and bracelets on.

13-02-4

Detail 22842305

Basic - Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee at deli station preparing food hair no effectively restrained.

14-11-5

Detail 22842306

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on reach-in cooler by dishwasher area.

14-38-4

Detail 22842304

Basic - Food storage container cracked and broken holding raw chicken at reach-in cooler.

Feb 27, 2024

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Intermediate: 1Basic: 1Total: 2

16-62-1

Detail 22677384

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: Test strips have been ordered per operator. Time Extended

36-37-5

Detail 22677383

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation area deli counter. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: Time Extended

Feb 26, 2024

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 5Intermediate: 2Basic: 4Total: 11

22-48-5

Detail 22674274

High Priority - Establishment using a sanitizer solution that does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until approved sanitizer is available for warewashing. Observed chlorine in use, not approved as sanitizer. Warning

22-57-6

Detail 22674277

High Priority - Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Observed dishwasher 142F after running three times. Operator set up manual sanitation in triple sink, quaternary 200ppm. Corrective Action Taken Warning

08A-05-6

Detail 22674276

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Right side walk-in cooler raw shell eggs over cooked pork. Left side walk-in cooler raw shell eggs over ready-to-eat condiments , ham, sauerkraut. Warning

01B-13-4

Detail 22674272

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. In cook line reach-in cooler across from grill, right side, tuna thawed in sealed packages per operator stored overnight with label to remove. Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 22674275

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Front counter open deli case: soft salami (54F - Cold Holding); deli turkey (55F - Cold Holding); Swiss cheese (49F - Cold Holding); pepperjack cheese (51F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (46F - Cold Holding); shredded cheddar cheese (48F - Cold Holding) for three hours per operator. Provided operator with time as a public health control form and explained use. Warning

16-62-1

Detail 22674279

Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Warning

11-26-1

Detail 22674280

Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided operator employee reporting agreement, (HR 5030-309) manager health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-101)and employee health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-103], discussed with operator importance of employee heath. Warning

16-21-4

Detail 22674278

Basic - Accumulation of debris on top of warewashing machine. Warning

36-37-5

Detail 22674271

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation area deli counter. Repeat Violation Warning

06-09-1

Detail 22674281

Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. In cook line reach-in cooler across from grill, right side, tuna thawed in sealed packages per operator stored overnight with label to remove. Warning

06-01-5

Detail 22674273

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw ground beef thawing in standing water on counter by dishwashing area, operator moved into walk-in cooler. Corrected On-Site Warning

Mar 20, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 2Basic: 4Total: 6

11-27-4

Detail 21869954

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.

11-26-1

Detail 21869951

Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.

36-37-5

Detail 21869956

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling over deli prep area not easily cleanable. Repeat Violation

33-11-4

Detail 21869953

Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Repeat Violation

14-17-4

Detail 21869952

Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.

21-12-4

Detail 21869955

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses in kitchen counter.Operator removed wet cloth.

Oct 25, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 1Basic: 4Total: 7

08A-05-6

Detail 21524697

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over pickle container in walk in cooler. Operator removed and rearranged eggs. Corrected On-Site

03A-02-5

Detail 21524696

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ham 2 hours (54F - Cold Holding) in deli reach in cooler.

41-17-4

Detail 21524692

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed chemical spray bottle in bar area not label.

36-37-5

Detail 21524693

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling over deli area with ceiling not smooth easily cleanable.

13-03-4

Detail 21524691

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint.

33-11-4

Detail 21524695

Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.

31B-04-4

Detail 21524694

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no Hand washing sink sign in bar area.

May 12, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 3Total: 5

03A-02-5

Detail 21082135

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in deli reach in cooler turkey (48F - Cold Holding); ham (50F - Cold Holding) for one hour per operator. Educated operator on time as a public health control and emailed forms. Operator added more ice to unit. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

53B-14-5

Detail 21082138

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 6 out of 10 food handlers certification expired.

36-34-5

Detail 21082137

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vents with grease and rust accumulation.

36-17-5

Detail 21082134

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing tiles in disrepair by mop sink.

14-17-4

Detail 21082136

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves in walk in cooler.

Feb 18, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 5Total: 7

03A-02-5

Detail 20873435

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Shredded cheddar cheese 51F cold hold, sliced ham 61F cold hold less than 4 hours at deli station. Observed precooked chicken 57F cold hold less than 4 hours. Time/temperature control for safety foods double panned with ice. Corrective Action Taken

31A-11-4

Detail 20873438

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink used to rinse wiping cloth.

16-21-4

Detail 20873434

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.

24-08-4

Detail 20873437

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.

14-69-4

Detail 20873436

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Beer mug reach in freezer at bar nearest ice bin.

21-07-4

Detail 20873439

Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed chlorine concentration at 0 ppm. Operator changed solution. Corrective Action Taken

21-38-4

Detail 20873440

Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Deli station. Corrected On-Site