El Basque in Bonita Springs
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25245 Chamber of Commerce Dr Bay 7, Bonita Springs, FL 34135El Basque in Bonita Springs has accumulated 73 violations across 19 inspections, averaging 3.8 violations per inspection — performing below the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced emergency closures. However, a concerning pattern emerged on January 9, 2026, when an inspector documented 24 violations including four high-priority findings: management awareness, employee health reporting (cited twice), food in good condition, and proper hand/arm washing. A Warning was issued following that inspection. High-priority violations for employee health reporting and handwashing have appeared in multiple inspections dating back to January 2024, indicating a recurring systemic issue with worker health policy and hand hygiene compliance. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $160 in fines. The most recent inspection on March 13, 2026 documented three violations and received a Call Back disposition with an extension pending.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
El Basque in Bonita Springs: Comparison to Lee County Averages
El Basque in Bonita Springs: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $160.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024027404 | $160.00 | Apr 1, 2024 | Miami (Doral) |
El Basque in Bonita Springs: Full Inspection History — DBPR (19)
— 3 inspections11 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections12 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections8 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
El Basque in Bonita Springs: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was El Basque in Bonita Springs last inspected?
- El Basque in Bonita Springs was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 13, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Extension given, pending.
- What are the most common violations at El Basque in Bonita Springs?
- The most frequently cited violations at El Basque in Bonita Springs are: Clean multi-use utensils, Outer openings protected, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has El Basque in Bonita Springs had?
- El Basque in Bonita Springs has had 19 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.8 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of El Basque in Bonita Springs find?
- El Basque in Bonita Springs was most recently inspected on March 13, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Extension given, pending.
- Has El Basque in Bonita Springs ever been shut down?
- No, El Basque in Bonita Springs has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
- Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.
- Has El Basque in Bonita Springs faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, El Basque in Bonita Springs has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
- How much has El Basque in Bonita Springs been fined?
- El Basque in Bonita Springs has been fined a total of $160.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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