La Princesa Pizzeria and Cuban Bakery LLC in Lehigh Acres

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1305 Homestead Rd N, Lehigh Acres, FL 33936
Overview

La Princesa Pizzeria And Cuban Bakery in Lehigh Acres received a sanitation inspection on January 21, 2025 that identified 13 violations. An inspector observed raw shell eggs stored on a shelf above cooked ready-to-eat food items in the walk-in cooler, and ready-to-eat pork sandwiches held at 90°F — below the required 135°F minimum for hot-held foods. The person in charge corrected the temperature violation on site and removed the sandwiches from temperature control, implementing time controls and a written time-without-temperature-control procedure. Additional violations included an unlabeled bleach container beneath the three-compartment sink and an unavailable probe thermometer for measuring cold-holding temperatures. A prior inspection in September 2022 required the installation of hot-water hand sinks in the kitchen and front service counter within 30 days.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

3FDACS Insp.
15Violations

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La Princesa Pizzeria and Cuban Bakery LLC in Lehigh Acres: FDACS Inspection History (3)

Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.

— 1 inspection
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 13 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: MICHELLE MADDOX, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to [email protected]. Please note each observation that has been corrected.

Risk-Based Violations

3-302.11(A)(4) Food not protected from cross contamination by storage in packages, covered containers or wrappings. 3-302.11(A)(4)
WALK IN FREEZER: Tray of chicharones stored uncovered on rack inside walk-in freezer. COS: Chicharones covered for storage.
3-302.11(A)(1) Raw animal food not separated during storage, preparation, holding or display from ready-to-eat raw animal food, other raw ready-to-eat food, cooked ready-to-eat food, or fruits and vegetables before they are washed. 3-302.11(A)(1) PP
WALK IN COOLER: Raw shell eggs stored on shelf above cooked ready to eat food items inside walk in cooler. Raw shell eggs placed on bottom shelf. x
3-501.16(A)(1) Hot held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 135°F or above, or roast cooked or reheated to a temperature and for a time specified for cooking roast in the Food Code not hot held at 130°F or above. 3-501.16(A)(1) PP
FOOD SERVICE: (2) Ready to eat pork sandwiches held at internal product temperature 90 degrees F above bakery display cases. COS: Person in charge identified when food product was removed from temperature control and implemented TPHC on chart for time at which pork sandwiches to be sold or discarded. x Print Date: 1/21/2025 Page 1 of 3 21 Pf Citation Description: Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and held for more than 24 hours not clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed, sold or discarded when held at 41°F or less for a maximum of 7 days; or the day of preparation not counted as day 1. 3-501.17(A) Pf Observation: WALK IN COOLER: Cooked shredded pork stored in walk-in cooler without date mark. COS: Kitchen employee determined the date prepared and properly labeled food item with date mark. x
3-501.19(A) Written procedures not prepared in advance, maintained onsite, or made available upon request for the use of time without temperature control as the public health control for holding or displaying time/temperature control for safety food; or written procedures do not specify methods of compliance. 3-501.19(A) PfPf
FOOD SERVICE: Written procedure not prepared in advance for the use of time without temperature control as the public health control for holding pork sandwiches held on top of bakery display case with internal product temperature 90 degrees F. COS: Person in charge developed written procedure and time marked pork sandwiches on chart with discarding information.
7-102.11 Working container of poisonous or toxic materials taken from a bulk supply not clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material. 7-102.11 PfPf
KITCHEN: Bottle of bleach without label underneath 3-compartment sink. COS: Bleach container labeled.
6-301.13 Sink used for food preparation or utensil washing, or a service sink or curbed cleaning facility used for the disposal of mop water or similar wastes provided with handwashing aids or devices required for a handwashing sink. 6-301.13
KITCHEN: Hand soap dispenser installed above rinse basin at 3-compartment sink.
5-205.11 Handwashing sink not maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use or is used for purposes other than handwashing, or an automatic handwashing facility not used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 5-205.11 PfPf
BAKERY: Items stored inside hand wash sink in cake decorating area. COS: Items cleared from hand sink.

Good Retail Practice Violations

4-302.12 Food temperature measuring device not provided or not readily accessible for use in ensuring food temperatures are attained and maintained; or food temperature measuring device with a suitable small-diameter probe not provided or not readily accessible to accurately measure the temperature in thin foods. 4-302.12 Pf
KITCHEN: Small-diameter probe thermometer to measure the temperature of time/temperature control for safety food items for 41 degrees F or below unavailable. Food establishment has a cooking thermometer to measure 50 degrees F-200 degrees F.
6-202.16 Perimeter walls and roofs not effective in protecting the establishment from the weather or the entry of insects, rodents, or other animals. 6-202.16
Rear exit door has visible air gap along bottom and missing corner piece of door.
4-601.11(C) Nonfood-contact surface of equipment has an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris. 4-601.11(C)
KITCHEN: Meat slicer has accumulation of dried food debris around housing unit parts.
5-501.16(B)-(C) Waste receptacle not provided in each area where refuse is generated or commonly discarded, or where recyclables or returnables are placed, or at each lavatory or group of adjacent lavatories where disposable towels are used at handwashing lavatories. 5-501.16(B)-(C)
KITCHEN: Trash can not provided at hand wash sink near 3-compartment sink/pizza oven.
6-201.13 Floor and wall junctures not coved and closed to no larger than one thirty-second inch in areas where cleaning methods other than water flushing are used for cleaning floors; or floors not provided with drains and graded to drain, or the floor and wall junctures not coved and sealed in areas where water flush cleaning methods are used. 6-201.13
KITCHEN: Floor coving broken along wall behind pizza oven.
6-501.11 Premises not free of litter and items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment such as equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used. 6-501.114
BAKERY: Equipment no longer operable stored in back room.
— 2 inspections
— Met Inspection Requirements· 1 violation· Met Requirements

Inspector: BRITTANY SMITH, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: PRIMARY FUNCTION IS RETAIL.

Risk-Based Violations

92 Packaged foods not labeled as required in the Code of Federal Regulations. 21 CFR 101, 9 CFR 317, 9 CFR 381
Galletas de sal de Migue label missing address of manufacturer, packer, or distributor. o 117.20(b) Citation Description: The plant is not constructed in such a manner as to allow floors, walls, or ceilings to be adequately cleaned and kept clean or to be kept in good repair. 21 CFR 117.20(b)(4) Observation: Row of tiles missing on floor directly below floor mixers in bakery area creating uneven surface where food residue can accumulate. o 117.35(d) Citation Description: Food-contact surfaces or utensils not cleaned as frequently as necessary to protect against allergen cross-contact and against contamination of food. 21 CFR 117.35(d) Observation: Heavy food residue on base of both counter mixers and gears in back bakery area. (COS) cleaned during visit. x 117.40 Citation Description: Food-contact surfaces not made of non-toxic materials and are not designed to withstand the environment of their intended use, the action of the food or the cleaning compounds, sanitizing agents and cleaning procedures. 21 CFR 117.40(a)(5) Observation: 32 gallon plastic recycling cans used directly to store sugar and flour in back bakery area. Plastic lids and handles with hard to clean grooves as evident by food residue build up. o
— Re-Inspection Required· 1 violation· Re-Inspection Required

Inspector: BRITTANY SMITH, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: Provided establishment with minimum construction standards. Re-inspection visit required issued for food establishment. A re-inspection will be conducted on or about 14 days. FOOD ESTABLISHMENT HAS 30 DAYS TO INSTALL HAND SINK WITH HOT WATER IN KITCHEN AREA AND IN FRONT RETAIL SERVICE COUNTER.

Risk-Based Violations

92 Packaged foods not labeled as required in the Code of Federal Regulations. 21 CFR 101, 9 CFR 317, 9 CFR 381
Galletas de sal de Migue label missing quantity of net weight contents in both SI and U.S. Customary units, such as pounds (lb). Additionally, label is missing address of manufacturer, packer, or distributor. o 117.10 Citation Description: Clothing or other personal belongings stored in areas where food is exposed or where equipment or utensils are washed. 21 CFR 117.10(b)(7) Observation: Dirty apron stored directly on sheeter in bakery area. 16 FL oz plastic water bottle stored directly on deli slicer in kitchen. (Cos) items removed and stored away from food equipment. x 117.10 Citation Description: Employees did not wash hands thoroughly (and sanitizing if necessary to protect against contamination with undesirable microorganisms) in an adequate hand-washing facility before starting work, after each absence from the work station, and at any other time when the hands may have become soiled or contaminated. 21 CFR 117.10(b)(3) Observation: Observed food handling employees washing hands in 3 compartment sink with dirty utensils in basin of sink. (COS) Employees directed to wash hands in hand sink. x 117.20(b) Citation Description: The plant is not constructed in such a manner as to allow floors, walls, or ceilings to be adequately cleaned and kept clean or to be kept in good repair. 21 CFR 117.20(b)(4) Observation: Throughout back kitchen and bakery- walls are in disrepair, torn, and exposing insulation which does not allow for adequate cleaning as evidenced by heavy food residue on wall behind dough sheeter and 3 compartment sink. Ceiling tiles with holes and water damage above where food is stored and prepared in kitchen and bakery. o Print Date: 9/15/2022 Page 1 of 4 117.20(b) Citation Description: Sufficient space not provided for placement of equipment or storage of materials as necessary for the maintenance of sanitary operations and the production of safe food. 21 CFR 117.20(b)(1) Observation: Numerous full size proofing boxes actively storing Galletas de Sal de Migue (salt crackers) stored outside back door of food establishment. The outside area where the proofing boxes are stored is not underneath a covered overhang or in a screened in area. (Cos) proofing boxes brought inside food establishment. x 117.35(a) Citation Description: Buildings, fixtures and other physical facilities of the plant not maintained in a clean and sanitary condition or kept in repair adequate to prevent food from becoming adulterated. 21 CFR 117.35(a) Observation: Heavy grease on hood vents above stove and fryer in kitchen. o 117.35(d) Citation Description: Food-contact surfaces or utensils not cleaned as frequently as necessary to protect against allergen cross-contact and against contamination of food. 21 CFR 117.35(d) Observation: Black residue on metal ice scoop stored directly in ice in ice machine in retail service counter. Both dough sheeters encrusted with heavy food residues on food contact belts. Floor mixer used for food products with unique allergens encrusted with heavy food residue on base of mixer above mixing bowl and on levers. Food residue on deli slicer blade in kitchen. (COS) All food contact surfaces washed, rinsed, and sanitized during inspection and verified by inspector prior to use. x 117.35(b)(2) Citation Description: Toxic cleaning compounds, sanitizing agents, or pesticide chemicals not properly identified, held or stored in a manner that protects against contamination of food, food-contact surfaces, or food-packaging materials. 21 CFR 117.35(b)(2) Observation: Spray bottle of clear liquid stored hanging on dough sheeter in bakery area not labeled. (Cos) spray bottled labeled. x 117.37(a) Citation Description: Plumbing not adequately sized and designed or not adequately installed and maintained to avoid constituting a source of contamination to food, water supplies, equipment, or utensils or creating an unsanitary condition. 21 CFR 117.37(b)(3) Observation: No running water at sole hand wash sink in the food establishment near back door. (COS) Hand wash sink repaired and running water provided by conclusion of visit. x 117.37(a) Citation Description: Hand-washing facilities not adequate or convenient. 21 CFR 117.37(e) Observation: The only hand wash sink in the food establishment is located in back corner of food establishment. A significant distance from kitchen, bakery area where dough sheeters are located, and separated by a door from the retail service counter. A hand sink with hot water is to be installed in the kitchen area and near the retail service counter within 30 days. Please email photos of newly installed hand sinks to [email protected] once installed. o 117.40 Citation Description: Equipment, containers or utensils used to convey, hold, or store raw materials and other ingredients, work-in-process, rework, or other food not constructed, handled, or maintained in a manner that protects against allergen cross-contact and contamination. 21 CFR 117.80(c)(7) Observation: Metal sheet trays stored directly on floor between 3 compartment sink drainpipe and wall, touching pest control glue board in kitchen. Metal pots stored directly on floor underneath 3 compartment sink in kitchen. Knives and spatula stored on prep table under in-use panini press. (COS) Food contact equipment washed, rinsed, sanitized and stored properly. x 117.4 Citation Description: The management of an establishment did not ensure that all individuals who manufacture, process, pack, of hold food subject to subparts B and F of this part are qualified to perform their assigned duties. 21 CFR 117.4(a)(1) Observation: Food handling employees have not demonstrated they are qualified to perform their assigned duties as evidenced by serious sanitation observations noted during this inspection. o

La Princesa Pizzeria and Cuban Bakery LLC in Lehigh Acres: Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Princesa Pizzeria and Cuban Bakery LLC in Lehigh Acres last inspected?
La Princesa Pizzeria and Cuban Bakery LLC in Lehigh Acres was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on January 21, 2025. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has La Princesa Pizzeria and Cuban Bakery LLC in Lehigh Acres had?
La Princesa Pizzeria and Cuban Bakery LLC in Lehigh Acres has 3 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of La Princesa Pizzeria and Cuban Bakery LLC in Lehigh Acres find?
La Princesa Pizzeria and Cuban Bakery LLC in Lehigh Acres was most recently inspected by FDACS on January 21, 2025 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements).
Has La Princesa Pizzeria and Cuban Bakery LLC in Lehigh Acres had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, La Princesa Pizzeria and Cuban Bakery LLC in Lehigh Acres has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at La Princesa Pizzeria and Cuban Bakery LLC in Lehigh Acres?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at La Princesa Pizzeria and Cuban Bakery LLC in Lehigh Acres are: 6-301.13: Sink used for food preparation or utensil washing, or a service sink or curbed cleaning facility used for the disposal of mop water or similar wastes provided with handwashing aids or devices required for a handwashing sink. 6-301.13; 5-205.11: Handwashing sink not maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use or is used for purposes other than handwashing, or an automatic handwashing facility not used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 5-205.11 Pf; 3-302.11(A)(4): Food not protected from cross contamination by storage in packages, covered containers or wrappings. 3-302.11(A)(4).

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