How many health inspections has KOTO GRILL had?

KOTO GRILL has had 12 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has KOTO GRILL ever been shut down?

No, KOTO GRILL has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at KOTO GRILL?

The most frequently cited violations at KOTO GRILL are: Food contact surfaces, Employee health policy, Outer openings protected.

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

TECHNIQUE FAILURE: Improper handwashing technique leaves pathogens on hands even when a handwashing attempt is made. Studies show 95% of people wash hands incorrectly — most don't scrub for 20 seconds or miss fingertips, thumbs, and between fingers. Incomplete washing creates a false sense of security while still transferring E. coli, Norovirus, and Salmonella to food. Correct technique requires: wet hands with clean warm water, apply soap, lather and scrub for 20+ seconds covering all surfaces including fingertips/nails/between fingers/back of hands, rinse thoroughly, dry with single-use towel. Use towel to turn off faucet. Do NOT use hand sanitizer as substitute for handwashing.

What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?

CROSS-CONTAMINATION: Improperly cleaned food contact surfaces are a primary vehicle for bacterial transfer. Cutting boards can harbor 200x more fecal bacteria than a toilet seat. Biofilms form on surfaces within 24 hours, protecting Listeria, Salmonella, and E. coli from routine cleaning. One contaminated surface can transfer pathogens to dozens of food items throughout the day. Clean and sanitize ALL food contact surfaces: after each use, between different food types (especially raw meat to ready-to-eat), every 4 hours during continuous use, and when contaminated. Use proper sanitizer concentration: chlorine 50-100 ppm, quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm. Air dry — do not towel dry. Test sanitizer concentration every 2 hours.

KOTO GRILL

9902 GULF COAST MAIN ST D-150, Fort Myers, FL 33913

Lee County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: KOTOISHII INC · License: SEA4607601

KOTO GRILL in Fort Myers, FL has 12 inspections on record with 93 total violations (7.8 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

12Inspections

93Violations

0Closures

Data current as of January 22, 2025

Inspection History (12)

Jan 22, 2025 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

Nov 18, 2024 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

Jul 23, 2024 — Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Jul 18, 2024 — Complaint Full· 12 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V09 No contamination

V11 Food in good condition

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

May 10, 2024 — Complaint Full· 4 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

May 8, 2024 — Complaint Full· 27 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 27, 2023 — Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V06 Handwashing facilities

Sep 1, 2023 — Complaint Full· 5 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V06 Handwashing facilities

V11 Food in good condition

V14 Food contact surfaces

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 25, 2023 — Complaint Full· 9 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V06 Handwashing facilities

V11 Food in good condition

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Apr 7, 2023 — Routine - Food· 7 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V10 Approved food source

V11 Food in good condition

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

Nov 2, 2022 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

May 11, 2022 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

How Does This Facility Compare?

KOTO GRILL has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Lee County average of 0.07 closures per facility. It has averaged 7.8 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 2.72.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has KOTO GRILL had?: KOTO GRILL has had 12 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has KOTO GRILL ever been shut down?: No, KOTO GRILL has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at KOTO GRILL?: The most frequently cited violations at KOTO GRILL are: Food contact surfaces, Employee health policy, Outer openings protected.

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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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Last verified: January 22, 2025 | Our methodology | Editorial standards | Report an error

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