How many health inspections has EL GAUCHO INCA FT MYERS had?

EL GAUCHO INCA FT MYERS has had 25 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has EL GAUCHO INCA FT MYERS ever been shut down?

No, EL GAUCHO INCA FT MYERS has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at EL GAUCHO INCA FT MYERS?

The most frequently cited violations at EL GAUCHO INCA FT MYERS are: Proper hand/arm washing, Approved food source, Employee health policy.

What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?

UNSAFE FOOD SOURCE: Food from unapproved sources bypasses USDA/FDA safety inspections, potentially harboring Listeria, Salmonella, E. coli O157:H7, parasites, or chemical contaminants. Uninspected meat may contain antibiotics, hormones, or prions (mad cow disease). Home-canned foods risk deadly Clostridium botulinum toxin. Wild-harvested shellfish may contain paralytic toxins. All food must come from approved, inspected sources. Maintain supplier documentation and invoices. Shellfish must have proper tags retained for 90 days. No home-prepared, home-canned, or uninspected foods. Wild game must be commercially processed. Verify supplier licenses and inspection status.

What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?

SHELLFISH TRACEABILITY: Shellfish (oysters, clams, mussels) are high-risk foods consumed raw or lightly cooked. Without proper identification tags, contaminated shellfish cannot be traced during outbreaks. Vibrio vulnificus from Gulf shellfish has a 50% fatality rate in at-risk populations. Norovirus in shellfish causes 50% of shellfish-related illnesses. Proper tags enable rapid recall during outbreaks. Maintain shellfish tags for 90 days from date of sale/service. Tags must include: harvester name and certification number, harvest date and location, quantity, dealer information. Store shellfish in original tagged container until empty. Record date on each container when last shell is removed. Never commingle shellfish from different lots.

What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?

AIR QUALITY: Inadequate ventilation allows accumulation of grease-laden vapors, carbon monoxide, smoke, steam, and odors. Grease deposits on surfaces attract pests and create fire hazards. Poor ventilation promotes mold growth, which produces allergenic spores and mycotoxins. Carbon monoxide from gas equipment causes headaches, dizziness, and can be fatal at high levels. Provide adequate mechanical ventilation to remove cooking fumes, smoke, steam, and odors. Maintain hood systems with clean filters — degrease monthly. Ensure adequate makeup air to prevent negative pressure. Provide sufficient lighting: 50 foot-candles at food preparation surfaces, 20 foot-candles in equipment/utensil areas, 10 foot-candles in walk-ins and storage.

EL GAUCHO INCA FT MYERS

4383 COLONIAL BLVD, Fort Myers, FL 33966

Lee County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: DUZMONT INC. · License: SEA4606644

EL GAUCHO INCA FT MYERS in Fort Myers, FL has 25 inspections on record with 105 total violations (4.2 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

25Inspections

105Violations

0Closures

Data current as of April 15, 2025

Inspection History (25)

Apr 15, 2025 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Feb 20, 2025 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Apr 3, 2024 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

Dec 27, 2023 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

Jun 28, 2023 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Jan 6, 2023 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V40 Wiping cloths usage

May 20, 2022 — Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

May 10, 2022 — Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V28 Water supply

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

May 5, 2022 — Complaint Full· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V25 Allergen awareness

V28 Water supply

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Mar 2, 2022 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Oct 21, 2021 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Sep 21, 2021 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jul 20, 2021 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V23 Chemical properly stored

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 7, 2021 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Aug 19, 2020 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V42 Equipment condition

Mar 13, 2020 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

Nov 20, 2019 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V16 Proper cooking temps

V27 Correct procedures

Dec 17, 2018 — Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Oct 12, 2018 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Oct 11, 2018 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Apr 18, 2018 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Nov 28, 2017 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V06 Handwashing facilities

V10 Approved food source

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 6, 2017 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

Mar 2, 2017 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Nov 28, 2016 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V09 No contamination

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

How Does This Facility Compare?

EL GAUCHO INCA FT MYERS has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Lee County average of 0.07 closures per facility. It has averaged 4.2 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 2.72.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has EL GAUCHO INCA FT MYERS had?: EL GAUCHO INCA FT MYERS has had 25 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has EL GAUCHO INCA FT MYERS ever been shut down?: No, EL GAUCHO INCA FT MYERS has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at EL GAUCHO INCA FT MYERS?: The most frequently cited violations at EL GAUCHO INCA FT MYERS are: Proper hand/arm washing, Approved food source, Employee health policy.

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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).

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