BAHAMA BAR
11501 CANAL GRANDE DR, Fort Myers FL 33913
Last inspected May 20, 2026 · 10 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In walk-in cooler, raw ground beef over raw shell eggs on shelves. Spoke with operator regarding cooking temperatures and proper food storage. Operator rearranged foods in cooler for proper storage.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
May 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed one 6lb can of jalapenos and one 6lb refried beans. Operator separated cans to be returned to distributor.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed quaternary ammonium concentration at 400+ppm. Operator added more water.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in back food prep area. Operator placed paper towels at handwash sink.
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Soap dispenser at handwash sink in dishwash area not working/unable to dispense soap. Operator placed soap at handwash sink.
Mar 13, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 27, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) at bar after running multiple times. Sanitizer solution appears to be empty. Spoke with operator regarding designated, operator to wash dishware in main kitchen until sanitizer tests properly.
Employee drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee on cook line with gloves screw on cap after drinking then engage in food prep, no gloves change or hand wash. Spoke with employee, employee properly washed hands before resuming work.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw bacon over ready-to-eat cooked chicken, cooked macaroni and cheese, beer cheese sauce on rolling rack in walk-in cooler. Raw beef over ready-to-eat sauces in left side reach-in cooler across from fryers on cook line. Operator rearranged foods for proper food storage. Spoke with operator regarding use of poster by walk-in cooler to remind staff daily of proper food storage.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In walk-in cooler, raw ground beef over raw shell eggs on shelves. Spoke with operator regarding cooking temperatures and proper food storage. Operator rearranged foods in cooler for proper storage.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. 15 packs salmon in walk-in cooler with label to remove still in sealed package.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Both handwash sinks at bar being used for other purposes, one as a dump sink and one used to thaw drink mix. Spoke with operator regarding designated handwash sinks only being used to wash hands and for no other purposes.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. 15 packs salmon in walk-in cooler with label to remove still in sealed package - see stop sale. Provided operator handout explaining regulations regarding frozen reduced-oxygen packaged fish.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Drink in dry storage closet back of restaurant with food. Drink on prep area of cook line across from fryers station. Operator removed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Dust on vent fans in walk-in cooler.
Apr 3, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 21, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) in bar after running and priming three times. Operator discontinued use and called technician, instructed employees to use dishwasher in main kitchen already set up, temperature 160F.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken and raw beef over cooked vegetables, cooked pork and cooked chicken in cook line reach-in cooler across from fryer. Spoke with operator regarding proper food storage and raw foods. Operator rearranged foods for proper food storage.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used as dump sink, entrance to bar right size. Operator cleared sink for proper use.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Dishware dried with a towel/cloth in dishwashing area. Operator spoke with dishwasher, dishwasher discontinued drying with towel.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. 2 by back door of kitchen. Operator moved outside building.
Sep 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. In dry storage 7 dented cans roast red peppers in dry storage.
No soap or paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sinks in bar.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. 3 cooks with watches. Operator removed all watches.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on walk-in cooler door.
Jul 9, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Two way splitter installed, missing one vacuum breaker.
May 17, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Two way splitter installed, missing one vacuum breaker.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Ahi tuna tostadas served raw per operator, not marked as raw.
May 10, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher in Bar (Chlorine 0ppm) after running and priming three times. Operator informed employees to bring dishes to main kitchen to properly sanitize.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shrimp over ready-to-eat deli meats in walk-in cooler. Operator rearranged foods for proper food protection.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. See stop sale. In walk-in cooler, thawed tuna in sealed reduced-oxygen packaging.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Two way splitter installed, missing one vacuum breaker.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Establishment utilizes chlorine sanitizer, only quaternary sanitizer test strips available.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Ahi tuna tostadas served raw per operator, not marked as raw.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Above triple sink, 5 unlabeled bottles of chemicals.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. See stop sale. In walk-in cooler, thawed tuna in sealed reduced-oxygen packaging.
Food stored on floor. In walk-in freezer, boxes of drink mixers stored on floor.
Single-service articles improperly stored. On floor by ice machine, box of single service lids. Operator moved off floor.
Jul 11, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.