How many health inspections has COLONY GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB had?

COLONY GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB has had 25 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has COLONY GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB ever been shut down?

Yes, COLONY GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at COLONY GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB?

The most frequently cited violations at COLONY GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB are: Toilet facilities, Management awareness, Clean multi-use utensils.

What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?

MANAGEMENT FAILURE: CDC data shows establishments without active managerial control have 3x more critical violations. The person in charge must demonstrate knowledge of foodborne illness prevention, HACCP principles, and Florida food safety law. Without oversight, violations go uncorrected, creating compounding risk of multi-pathogen outbreaks. Person in charge must be present during ALL hours of operation and must demonstrate knowledge of: foodborne illness risk factors, proper cooking temperatures, handwashing procedures, allergen management, and employee health policy. Must hold a valid Food Manager Certification per Florida Statute 509.039.

What does Florida violation V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?

PARASITE SURVIVAL: Without proper freezing or cooking, parasites in fish (Anisakis, tapeworm), pork (Trichinella), and wild game survive to infect consumers. Anisakis larvae in raw sushi cause severe abdominal pain and allergic reactions. Tapeworm cysts in undercooked pork/beef grow into 15-30 foot worms in intestines. Proper freezing (-4°F for 7 days) kills parasites. Fish intended for raw consumption (sushi, sashimi, ceviche, tartare) must be frozen to -4°F for 7 days, or -31°F for 15 hours before service. Exception: tuna species and aquacultured fish fed processed feed. Pork and wild game must reach minimum internal cooking temperature. Document all freezing records.

What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?

BACTERIAL BIOFILM: Improperly cleaned multi-use utensils develop bacterial biofilms within 24 hours. These biofilms protect pathogens (Listeria, Salmonella, E. coli) from routine sanitizing — requiring physical scrubbing to remove. Each use of a contaminated utensil transfers pathogens to food. Improperly cleaned cutting boards harbor 200x more bacteria than a toilet seat. Clean and sanitize all multi-use utensils using the 3-compartment sink method: Wash in hot soapy water (110°F minimum), rinse in clean water, sanitize in approved solution (50-100 ppm chlorine or 200-400 ppm quaternary ammonium for 30 seconds), air dry. Or use properly functioning commercial dishwasher. Clean utensils at least every 4 hours during continuous use.

COLONY GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB

4101 PELICAN COLONY BLVD, Bonita Springs, FL 34134

Lee County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: COLONY GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB INC · License: SEA4605460

COLONY GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB in Bonita Springs, FL has 25 inspections on record with 120 total violations (4.8 per inspection) and 1 emergency closure.

25Inspections

120Violations

1Closures

Data current as of December 26, 2024

Emergency Closures (1)

Emergency closure history for COLONY GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB
Date	Reason	Reopened
May 15, 2018	Roach activity	12:38:00

Inspection History (25)

Dec 26, 2024 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V13 Parasite destruction

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Oct 22, 2024 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

May 30, 2024 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Feb 6, 2024 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V11 Food in good condition

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Mar 15, 2023 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V13 Parasite destruction

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Dec 14, 2022 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Dec 13, 2022 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V41 Toilet facilities

May 9, 2022 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Oct 8, 2021 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Oct 7, 2021 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Feb 15, 2021 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Sep 18, 2020 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Feb 11, 2020 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Oct 25, 2019 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Jun 5, 2019 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Mar 28, 2019 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Mar 21, 2019 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V10 Approved food source

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Jul 11, 2018 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jun 1, 2018 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

May 17, 2018 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

May 16, 2018 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

May 16, 2018 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

May 15, 2018 — Routine - Food· 15 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V10 Approved food source

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Feb 15, 2017 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Feb 14, 2017 — Routine - Food· 15 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V09 No contamination

V12 Shell stock requirements

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

How Does This Facility Compare?

COLONY GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB has had 1 emergency closures, compared to the Lee County average of 0.07 closures per facility. It has averaged 4.8 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 2.72.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has COLONY GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB had?: COLONY GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB has had 25 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has COLONY GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB ever been shut down?: Yes, COLONY GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.
What are the most common violations at COLONY GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB?: The most frequently cited violations at COLONY GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB are: Toilet facilities, Management awareness, Clean multi-use utensils.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).

Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.

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