BUSTERS SPORTS TAVERN & FAMILY EATERY
16681 MCGREGOR BLVD, Fort Myers FL 33908 · 239.466.4144
Last inspected Apr 14, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023
AUG 24
NOV 24
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APR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided operator with written procedures.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $460
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2023072664 | Nov 7, 2023 | Jan 23, 2024 | $300 |
| 7--2023040594 | May 23, 2023 | Aug 16, 2023 | $160 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Apr 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink blocked by cart. Operator removed cart.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed strainer stored in handwash sink in beverage/wait. Operator removed strainer.
Open dumpster lid.
Dec 1, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 20, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority6 Intermediate8 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. Observed chlorine concentration at 0 ppm. Operator called technician.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed repackaged frozen raw beef stored over cooked foods in walk in freezer. Operator placed raw beef on bottom shelf.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine concentration at 200 ppm. Operator added more water.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee washing hands at food prep sink.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided operator with written procedures.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed spraying bottle stored inside hand wash sink in back food prep area. Educated operator on handwash sink only. Operator removed spray bottle. Observed side wait station handwash sink used as a dump sink.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Operator completed form.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed frozen meatloaf not date marked in walk in freezer. Operator date marked foods.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed water temperature in women's restroom reaching 78F.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense chili. Operator removed cups.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed ice bucket stored on floor underneath table at side wait station.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Educated operator on having lid on receptacle in women's restroom.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Door at side wait station. Educated operator on fixing door.
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Microwave oven storage shelf. Observed insulation exposed on outside of pizza oven. Educated operator on fixing shelf at cook line underneath microwave oven.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris around handwash sink and trash container at cook line.
Wall soiled with accumulated gray-like substance underneath dish machine spray table.
Aug 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed two 6lb cans of artichokes and one 6lb can of pineapple dented. Operator discarded cans.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed container of raw hamburger stored over container of cooked meat. Operator switched containers.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container stored inside hand wash sink in back food prep area. Operator removed container.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in back food prep area. Operator placed paper towels at hand wash sink.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense sugar. Operator removed cup.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Educated operator on having lid on receptacle in women's restroom.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphone stored on top of reach in cooler. Operator removed cellphone.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Door at side wait station. Educated operator on fixing door.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris around water. Educated operator on cleaning around water heater. Operator swept around water heater.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Microwave oven storage shelf.
Wall soiled with accumulated gray-like substance around ice machine.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar container. Operator labeled container.
Nov 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate12 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed container of raw frozen meat stored over precooked meats in walk in cooler. Operator corrected.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb next to hand wash sink at cook line, behind establishment, and hose bibb above dishwasher area. Educated operator on importance of having vacuum breakers.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Can opener. Operator cleaned can opener.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed precooked frozen shrimp and precooked frozen meat not date marked in walk in freezer. Educated operator on importance of date marking frozen foods. Operator date marked foods.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pasta not date marked in walk in cooler.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense cheese and pickles. Operator removed cups.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling hole behind/above back food prep table.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Side exit door from side wait station.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris around water heater.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed bag of potatoes and pan of sauce stored on floor in walk in cooler. Operator corrected.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Educated operator on proper storage of tongs. Operator removed tongs.
Stored food/sauces not covered in walk in cooler. Operator covered foods.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen meatloaf thawing at room temperature.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Aug 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw ground meat patties stored over precooked meat in walk in cooler. Educated operator on proper separation of raw animal foods. Operator switched raw patties to proper storage.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb next to hand wash sink at cook line and hose bibb above dishwasher area.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided operator with written procedures. Educated operator on keeping written procedures.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Educated operator on maintaining employee agreements. Operator completed form.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed precooked frozen shrimp and precooked frozen meat not date marked in walk in freezer. Operator date marked foods.
Water pressure lacking at fixtures that require the use of water.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Educated operator on importance of securing tanks.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Operator removed employee beverage.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphone stored on cutting board at cook line. Operator removed cellphone.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Educated operator on proper storage of tongs. Operator removed tongs.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Jan 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed container of raw salmon stored over dressings in walk in cooler. Educated operator on proper separation of raw animal foods. Operator switched container to bottom shelf.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored by food.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided operator with written procedures.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink at cook line blocked by trash container. Observed hand wash sink in back food prep area blocked by cart.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Operator completed form.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Educated operator on having lids for women's trash receptacles.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris around water heater.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed buckets of corn stored on floor in front of walk in cooler. Observed bag of potatoes stored on floor in walk in cooler.Observed bag of flour stored on floor in dry storage.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Open dumpster lid.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed precooked chicken wings thawing at room temperature. Operator placed chicken in reach in cooler.
Nov 7, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Educated operator on importance of having employee food safety training.
Sep 7, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Educated operator on importance of having employee food safety training.
Sep 5, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed repackaged raw beef stored over precooked meat in walk in freezer.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat soups and sauces in walk in cooler. Observed raw hamburger stored over cooked ribs in walk in cooler. Operator switched raw hamburger.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed clean chemical stored on shelving near food items. Operator removed chemicals.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Educated operator on importance of having employee food safety training.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed precooked meats in walk in freezer not date marked.
Accumulation of dead or trapped insects in control device near back kitchen exit. Educated operator on replacing sticky tape.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense sauce. Educated operator on using scoops with handles. Operator removed cup.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
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. Operator removed fish from packaging.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing in back food prep area.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 3 dead roaches in back dry storage room.
In-use ice scoop stored on top of ice machine between uses. Operator removed ice scoop.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Operator removed water.
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