How many health inspections has PANDA EXPRESS #1656 had?

PANDA EXPRESS #1656 has had 23 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has PANDA EXPRESS #1656 ever been shut down?

No, PANDA EXPRESS #1656 has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at PANDA EXPRESS #1656?

The most frequently cited violations at PANDA EXPRESS #1656 are: Proper ventilation, Outer openings protected, Clean multi-use utensils.

What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?

PEST ENTRY: Unprotected outer openings (doors, windows, vents) allow entry of flies, rodents, birds, and other pests. A single open door can admit hundreds of flies in minutes — each carrying 100+ pathogens. Gaps around doors allow mice (1/4 inch) and rats (1/2 inch) to enter. Birds nest in rafters, contaminating food with droppings carrying Salmonella and Histoplasma. Protect all outer openings: install self-closing doors, tight-fitting screens on windows and vents, air curtains at frequently used entrances, door sweeps on exterior doors. Seal gaps around pipes and utility penetrations. Keep doors closed when not in active use. Maintain screens in good repair — no holes or tears.

PANDA EXPRESS #1656

9330-1 BEN C PRATT 6 MI CYPRESS PKWY, Fort Myers, FL 33966-6505

Lee County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: PANDA EXPRESS INC · License: SEA4606131

PANDA EXPRESS #1656 in Fort Myers, FL has 23 inspections on record with 60 total violations (2.6 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

23Inspections

60Violations

0Closures

Data current as of March 18, 2025

Inspection History (23)

Mar 18, 2025 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Nov 7, 2024 — Routine - Food· 8 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Mar 18, 2024 — Complaint Full· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V24 Toxic substance control

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Feb 13, 2024 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V11 Food in good condition

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

Mar 8, 2021 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Oct 22, 2020 — Complaint Full· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V36 Proper ventilation

Jul 23, 2020 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

May 5, 2020 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jan 24, 2020 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Jul 25, 2019 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 24, 2019 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

Feb 14, 2019 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 10, 2018 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 4, 2017 — Complaint Full· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment

Jul 21, 2017 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Jul 14, 2016 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

How Does This Facility Compare?

PANDA EXPRESS #1656 has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Lee County average of 0.07 closures per facility. It has averaged 2.6 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 2.72.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has PANDA EXPRESS #1656 had?: PANDA EXPRESS #1656 has had 23 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has PANDA EXPRESS #1656 ever been shut down?: No, PANDA EXPRESS #1656 has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at PANDA EXPRESS #1656?: The most frequently cited violations at PANDA EXPRESS #1656 are: Proper ventilation, Outer openings protected, 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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