Villas, Lee County

SZCHUAN TASTE

12377 S CLEVELAND AVE STE 2, Villas, FL 33907

FoodNon-Seating
Latest violations
6
1 High Priority
Oct 8, 2025
City
Villas
County
Lee
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
14

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.

Oct 8, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 4Total: 6

01B-01-4

Detail 24099679

High Priority - Dented chestnuts cans present ant dry storage.See stop sale.

11-26-1

Detail 24099676

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 Health Reporting Agreement. Corrective Action Taken

36-32-5

Detail 24099680

Basic - Ceiling tile in disrepair at restaurant entrance.

36-73-4

Detail 24099678

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of grease under cooking equipment.

22-16-4

Detail 24099677

Basic - Reach-in freezer interior have accumulation of soil residues.

25-06-4

Detail 24099681

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

Aug 8, 2025

Routine - Food

Emergency Order Callback Complied

Basic: 1Total: 1

23-03-4

Detail 23941808

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

Aug 7, 2025

Routine - Food

Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

High Priority: 1Basic: 5Total: 6

35A-04-4

Detail 23937698

High Priority - - From initial inspection : 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 - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-07: Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found; 24 droppings on floor at dry storage 6 droppings on floor behind hot holding unit at cook line 19 dropping on floor under triple sink Admin Complaint

36-73-4

Detail 23937695

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled with accumulation of grease under cooking equipments. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-07: Time Extended

08B-38-4

Detail 23937697

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Onion stored on floor front of soy sauce containers. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-07: Time Extended

23-03-4

Detail 23937696

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

22-16-4

Detail 23937699

Basic - - From initial inspection : 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 - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-07: Time Extended

02D-01-5

Detail 23937700

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour container not labeled at prep at prep area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-07: Time Extended

Aug 4, 2025

Routine - Food

Emergency order recommended

High Priority: 2Basic: 6Total: 8

08A-05-6

Detail 23928294

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

35A-04-4

Detail 23928291

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

36-73-4

Detail 23928298

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled with accumulation of grease under cooking equipments. Warning

08B-38-4

Detail 23928296

Basic - Food stored on floor. Onion stored on floor front of soy sauce containers. Warning

23-03-4

Detail 23928295

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior of the hood soiled with grease. Warning

22-16-4

Detail 23928292

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

25-06-4

Detail 23928293

Basic - Single-service food containers not stored inverted or protected from contamination at front counter. Warning

02D-01-5

Detail 23928297

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour container not labeled at prep at prep area. Warning

Jan 14, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Basic: 2Total: 3

08A-05-6

Detail 23475393

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

23-03-4

Detail 23475391

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At cook-line; floor soiled with grease under cooking equipment.

25-06-4

Detail 23475392

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

Aug 27, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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

03D-02-5

Detail 23100131

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.

08A-05-6

Detail 23100128

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

01B-13-4

Detail 23100129

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.

11-27-4

Detail 23100126

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

22-02-4

Detail 23100130

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

02C-02-5

Detail 23100124

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.

36-73-4

Detail 23100127

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk-in cooler floor soiled with accumulation of food debris.

08B-38-4

Detail 23100125

Basic - Food stored on floor. Raw beef stored on floor in Walk-in cooler.

51-13-4

Detail 23100132

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

Mar 12, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Basic: 3Total: 4

14-15-4

Detail 22713954

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

40-06-5

Detail 22713955

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

25-06-4

Detail 22713953

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

06-01-5

Detail 22713956

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

Sep 28, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 1Total: 1

11-27-4

Detail 22324059

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

Apr 5, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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

22-45-4

Detail 21914053

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

11-01-5

Detail 21914054

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).

36-37-5

Detail 21914056

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

40-06-5

Detail 21914055

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.

08B-38-4

Detail 21914052

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

Jan 3, 2023

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Basic: 1Total: 1

36-37-5

Detail 21671204

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-03: Time Extended

Nov 1, 2022

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 1Basic: 3Total: 7

08A-05-6

Detail 21542392

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

03B-01-6

Detail 21542389

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

29-34-4

Detail 21542391

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

53A-03-7

Detail 21542393

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

36-37-5

Detail 21542390

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Warning

10-07-4

Detail 21542388

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

36-50-4

Detail 21542394

Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Fan cover in walk-in cooler has accumulation of dust. Warning

Jan 25, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 4Total: 6

50-17-2

Detail 20809575

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.

53B-05-5

Detail 20809576

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

40-06-5

Detail 20809573

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphone and AirPods over food prep table. Operator removed items. Corrected On-Site

36-73-4

Detail 20809572

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed debris on floor behind the cook line.

10-07-4

Detail 20809577

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice scoopers in water of 70°F. Operator discarded water. Corrected On-Site

29-49-6

Detail 20809574

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler across from cook line. Operator cleaned water. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Aug 16, 2021

Food-Licensing Inspection

Call Back - Complied

Basic: 2Total: 2

14-71-4

Detail 20427505

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed tape being used to repair middle door at 3 door reach in cooler across from cook line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-16: Time Extended

36-10-4

Detail 20427506

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed soiled floor with grease and debris underneath cook line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-16: Time Extended

Aug 9, 2021

Food-Licensing Inspection

Warning Issued

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 2Basic: 3Total: 6

03B-01-6

Detail 20410615

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed fried rice hot holding at 124°F. Operator reheated fried rice to 171°F. Corrected On-Site Warning

02C-02-5

Detail 20410616

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork with no date mark. Operator stated he made pork 2 days ago. Operator labeled pork. Corrected On-Site Warning

27-16-4

Detail 20410619

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at any hand wash sink in establishment or at three compartment sink. Warning

14-71-4

Detail 20410617

Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed tape being used to repair middle door at 3 door reach in cooler across from cook line. Warning

36-10-4

Detail 20410618

Basic - Observed soiled floor with grease and debris underneath cook line. Warning

29-49-6

Detail 20410614

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler across from cook line. Warning