Iona, Lee County

ZEN DELI

15880 SAN CARLOS BLVD #130 & 135, Iona, FL 33908

FoodSeating
Latest violations
5
1 High Priority
Oct 3, 2025
City
Iona
County
Lee
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
13

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 3, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Basic: 4Total: 5

22-41-4

Detail 24088235

High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine concentration at 0 ppm. Operator changed and primed sanitizer. Rechecked concentration at 50 ppm. Corrected On-Site

16-21-4

Detail 24088239

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.

21-04-4

Detail 24088238

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.

23-03-4

Detail 24088234

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with dust. Ice machine vents.

21-12-4

Detail 24088237

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.

45-04-4

Detail 24088236

Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Fryers in back food preparation area without hood suppression system. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.

Jul 2, 2025

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 1, 2025

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 2Basic: 4Total: 6

01B-01-4

Detail 23846930

High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed one 6lb can of mushrooms dented. Operator separated to be returned to distributor. Corrective Action Taken Warning

35A-05-4

Detail 23846929

High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach crawling on floor underneath dish machine. Observed 1 live roach behind mop sink. Warning

35A-06-4

Detail 23846928

Basic - Accumulation of dead insects in control devices. Educated operator on importance of removing insect control devices. Operator removed devices. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

50-09-4

Detail 23846925

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Warning

35A-03-4

Detail 23846927

Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach on floor underneath dish machine. Warning

12B-12-5

Detail 23846926

Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Warning

Nov 19, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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

22-41-4

Detail 23367214

High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine concentration at 0 ppm. Educated operator on proper concentration of sanitizer. Operator changed and primed sanitizer. Rechecked concentration at 50ppm. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

31A-11-4

Detail 23367213

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed cloth stored in hand wash sink in dishwash area. Operator removed cloth. Corrected On-Site

16-37-1

Detail 23367211

Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Educated operator on importance of having test strips. Repeat Violation

35A-06-4

Detail 23367212

Basic - Accumulation of dead insects in control devices. Operator discarded control device. Corrected On-Site

16-21-4

Detail 23367215

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.

06-01-5

Detail 23367210

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed packaged precooked chopped meat and broth thawing at room temperature.

Aug 28, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 1Basic: 2Total: 5

22-41-4

Detail 23103676

High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine concentration at 0 ppm. Operator added new sanitizer and primed sanitizer. Rechecked concentration at 100 ppm. Corrected On-Site

08A-05-6

Detail 23103679

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat dressings in walk in cooler. Operator placed raw shell eggs on bottom shelf. Corrected On-Site

16-37-1

Detail 23103677

Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Educated operator on importance of having chlorine test strips. Repeat Violation

29-09-4

Detail 23103678

Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Hand wash sink near ice machine.

14-69-4

Detail 23103675

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in cooler near ice machine.

Jan 3, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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

03A-02-5

Detail 22538949

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tofu 46F cold hold less than 4 hours. Operator turned down reach in cooler. Corrective Action Taken

31A-11-4

Detail 22538950

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed trays and containers stored in hand wash sink in dishwash area. Operator removed containers. Corrected On-Site

16-37-1

Detail 22538947

Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

02C-04-5

Detail 22538946

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 precooked chopped frozen chicken not date marked in walk in freezer.

53B-14-5

Detail 22538945

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.

08B-47-4

Detail 22538944

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed containers/boxes of food stored on floor in walk in cooler/freezer.

02D-01-5

Detail 22538948

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar bin.

Oct 17, 2023

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Aug 17, 2023

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 6Basic: 3Total: 12

03G-23-5

Detail 22211835

High Priority - Cook-chill or sous vide reduced oxygen packaged food intended for a 30-day shelf life not cooled from 41 degrees Fahrenheit to 34 degrees Fahrenheit within 48 hours of reaching 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed operator using reduced oxygen packaging for cooked soups, cooked potato salad, cold cut meats, and coleslaw. Warning

03G-15-5

Detail 22211842

High Priority - Cook-chill reduced oxygen packaged food not packaged immediately after cooking and before reaching below 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed operator using reduced oxygen packaging for cooked soups and cooked potato salad. Warning

12A-09-4

Detail 22211837

High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee pick up item from floor not washing hands and putting on new gloves before working with food. Educated employee. Employee washed hands and put on new gloves. Corrected On-Site Warning

03G-19-5

Detail 22211838

Intermediate - Cold holding unit used to store cook-chill/sous vide ROP food that is held more than 48 hours does not have a continuous electronic monitoring system to record time and temperature. Observed operator using reduced oxygen packaging for cooked soups, cooked potato salad, cold cut meats, and coleslaw. Warning

03G-09-5

Detail 22211833

Intermediate - Cook-chill reduced oxygen packaged food held more than 48 hours not labeled or with a label that lacks required information. Observed operator using reduced oxygen packaging for cooked soups, cooked potato salad, cold cut meats, and coleslaw. Warning

11-27-4

Detail 22211836

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 Warning

03G-46-1

Detail 22211831

Intermediate - Establishment preparing food using a method that has been determined by the Divisions of Hotels and Restaurants to require an approved variance from the Division. Establishment does not have an approved variance for the method observed in use during the inspection. Observed establishment using reduced oxygen packaging for cooked soups and cooked potato salad. Warning

03G-50-1

Detail 22211840

Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed establishment using reduced oxygen packaging for cooked soups, cooked potato salad, cold cut meats, and coleslaw. Warning

03G-18-5

Detail 22211839

Intermediate - Temperature not monitored, not recorded and/or the records not maintained for 6 months during cooling process of cook-chill/sous vide reduced oxygen packaged food. Observed operator using reduced oxygen packaging for cooked soups, cooked potato salad, cold cut meats, and coleslaw. Warning

14-01-5

Detail 22211834

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense tea. Warning

14-05-4

Detail 22211841

Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves to store single-service container near toaster oven. Warning

10-20-4

Detail 22211832

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Warning

Jan 4, 2023

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Nov 2, 2022

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 4Basic: 8Total: 15

02C-01-5

Detail 21546174

High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cold cut turkey, ham, and roast beef date marked 10/22/22 passed 7 days. Stop Sale. Operator discarded cold cuts. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 21546167

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Soup 47F cold hold, tofu 47F cold hold, raw beef 47F cold hold less than 4 hours. Operator placed time/temperature control for safety foods in walk in cooler. Corrective Action Taken Warning

29-42-4

Detail 21546179

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

31A-11-4

Detail 21546170

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container stored in hand wash sink in dishwash area. Educated operator on importance of hand wash sink only. Operator removed container. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

53A-01-7

Detail 21546178

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Warning

53A-07-6

Detail 21546173

Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. 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

53B-01-5

Detail 21546169

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning

25-25-4

Detail 21546165

Basic - Box containing roll/sheets of aluminum foil/plastic wrap/parchment paper/deli tissues has old food debris/soil residue inside. Warning

12B-12-5

Detail 21546177

Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Warning

40-06-5

Detail 21546176

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed purse stored on shelving near food items. Educated operator on importance of proper storage of employee personal items. Operator removed purse. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

10-08-5

Detail 21546171

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator fixed. Corrected On-Site Warning

10-07-4

Detail 21546175

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hot water temperature at 78F. Operator dumped out water. Corrected On-Site Warning

31B-04-4

Detail 21546172

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sink near ice machine. Operator made and posted sign. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

25-32-4

Detail 21546166

Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed reuse of single-use cardboard to store wrappers/containers. Warning

25-06-4

Detail 21546168

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

Jul 5, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 4Intermediate: 1Basic: 3Total: 8

12A-07-5

Detail 21167042

High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.

02C-01-5

Detail 21167041

High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed repackaged cold cut turkey and ham dated 06/24/22. Operator discarded. Corrective Action Taken

03A-02-5

Detail 21167037

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed milk 49F cold hold and half half 48F cold hold overnight. Stop Sale. Operator discarded. Corrective Action Taken

41-18-4

Detail 21167036

High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed quaternary ammonium concentration at 400+ppm. Operator redid sanitizer. Rechecked concentration at 300ppm. Corrected On-Site

31A-11-4

Detail 21167040

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink at front service area used to fill container with water. Educated operator on importance of hand wash sink only. Repeat Violation

40-06-5

Detail 21167039

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed sunglasses and box of band aids stored on shelving near food items. Operator removed sunglasses and box of band aids. Corrected On-Site

31B-04-4

Detail 21167038

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sink in food prep area near ice machine.

25-06-4

Detail 21167043

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

Oct 5, 2021

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 2Basic: 2Total: 5

01B-01-4

Detail 20564026

High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed three 6lb cans of chili sauce, red peppers, and whole tomatoes dented. Cans separated to be returned to distributor. Corrective Action Taken

31A-09-4

Detail 20564025

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink in dishwash area blocked by food equipment and handwash sink sink next to ice machine blocked by boxes. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

31A-11-4

Detail 20564022

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwash sink in dishwash area used to store soiled pan. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

10-07-4

Detail 20564024

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On-Site

29-20-5

Detail 20564023

Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink in dishwash area. Corrected On-Site

Jul 1, 2021

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 2Basic: 5Total: 9

08A-05-6

Detail 20310878

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over vegetables. Eggs switched to bottom shelf. Corrected On-Site

03A-02-5

Detail 20310882

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cream 47°F cold hold less than 4 hrs. Cream put on ice. Corrective Action Taken

31A-09-4

Detail 20310880

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink in dishwash area blocked by trash container. Corrected On-Site

31A-11-4

Detail 20310877

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwash sinks used to stored frying pan and food equipment. Corrected On-Site

12B-12-5

Detail 20310881

Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.

40-06-5

Detail 20310876

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed purse stored on shelving near food items at front service area. Purse moved to proper location. Corrected On-Site

10-01-5

Detail 20310875

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Flour container.

25-06-4

Detail 20310883

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

06-01-5

Detail 20310879

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed packaged soup thawing in standing water.