Panda Express in Fort Myers
Last inspected:
9330-1 Ben C Pratt 6 Mi Cypress Pkwy, Fort Myers, FL 33966-6505Part of: Panda Express Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Panda Express #1656 in Fort Myers has accumulated 91 violations across 28 inspections since 2016, averaging 3.3 per visit. The facility's most frequently cited violations involve proper ventilation (14 instances), toxic substance control (7), and food contact surfaces (6). In 2025, inspectors issued warnings in July and August, with a July callback finding three high-priority violations. A fire safety inspection documented a rear exit door blocked by a trash can filled with cardboard.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Panda Express in Fort Myers: Comparison to Lee County Averages
This Facility
3.5
violations / inspection
3.5 violations per inspection
Lee County Avg
4.35
violations / inspection
4.35 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Lee County Avg
0.1
closures / facility
0.1 county average
Panda Express in Fort Myers: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $160.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025087952 | $160.00 | Oct 27, 2025 | Miami (Doral) |
Panda Express in Fort Myers: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed rear exit door blocked by trash can filled with cardboard.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Panda Express in Fort Myers: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)
— 1 inspection10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections27 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 5 inspections10 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections5 violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Panda Express in Fort Myers: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Panda Express in Fort Myers last inspected?
- Panda Express #1656 in Fort Myers was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 24, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
- What are the most common violations at Panda Express in Fort Myers?
- The most frequently cited violations at Panda Express #1656 in Fort Myers are: Proper ventilation, Toxic substance control, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Panda Express in Fort Myers had?
- Panda Express #1656 in Fort Myers has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Panda Express in Fort Myers find?
- Panda Express #1656 in Fort Myers was most recently inspected on July 24, 2026 with 11 violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
- Has Panda Express in Fort Myers ever been shut down?
- No, Panda Express #1656 in Fort Myers has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
- Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- Has Panda Express in Fort Myers had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Panda Express #1656 in Fort Myers has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Panda Express in Fort Myers faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Panda Express #1656 in Fort Myers has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
- How much has Panda Express in Fort Myers been fined?
- Panda Express #1656 in Fort Myers 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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