CROWNE PLAZA FT. MYERS GULF COAST
9931 INTERSTATE COMMERCE DR, Fort Myers FL 33913 · 239.561.1550
Last inspected May 21, 2026 · 12 visits since August 2023
SEP 24
FEB 25
APR 25
SEP 25
MAY 26
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Approximately 20 small flies in kitchen near dry storage area inside and outside of hot holding unit that is not in use.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,000
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025013714 | Feb 25, 2025 | Apr 17, 2025 | $400 |
| 7--2019024564 | Apr 10, 2019 | Jun 5, 2019 | $400 |
| 7--2018063997 | Nov 27, 2018 | Mar 12, 2019 | $200 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
May 21, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cheese sauce 48F cooling overnight. Stop Sale. Operator discarded sauce.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Educated employee. Employee washed hands before donning gloves.
Accumulation of gray-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of grease/food debris.
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Single-service articles improperly stored. Coffee filters. Educated operator on proper storage of coffee filters.
Sep 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On buffet line, cooked potatoes (117F - Hot Holding); cooked pork sausage (128F - Hot Holding) for 30 minutes per operator. Spoke with operator regarding updating time as a public health control form for all foods on buffet.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Deli turkey opened 3 days ago per operator not properly date marked. Housemade cooked sausage gravy per operator made 3 days ago not properly date marked. Operator relabeled foods.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer front line ice cream.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 91F on cook line. Operator turned on burner for rapid heating of water.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Uncovered coffee filters in coffee station.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler on front line.
May 1, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 30, 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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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In cook line reach-in cooler far left drawers:; cooked chicken (49F - Cold Holding); sour cream (47F - Cold Holding); shredded cheddar cheese (51F - Cold Holding); blue cheese crumbles (49F - Cold Holding); brie cheese (47F - Cold Holding) stored overnight per operator.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In cook line reach-in cooler far left drawers:; cooked chicken (49F - Cold Holding); sour cream (47F - Cold Holding); shredded cheddar cheese (51F - Cold Holding); blue cheese crumbles (49F - Cold Holding); brie cheese (47F - Cold Holding) stored overnight per operator.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Poached eggs benedict per operator served undercooked, not marked with reminder to consumer advisory.
Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped. Observed unwrapped apples on buffet under lid. Operator removed platter for wrapping.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in front part service station. Operator removed from ice.
Feb 25, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ice buildup in reach-in freezer for ice cream front line.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses, on top of dusty ice machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Clean dish rack in dishwashing area, gaskets on cook line reach in coolers. Dry storage shelving by cook line.
Feb 25, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 8 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. In main kitchen, approximately 60 on main dish shelf top near dishwashing area. 10 on tilted glass rack in dishwashing area. At entrance to kitchen 10 on ceiling. Far end cook line by office, 5 observed. In back prep area near ovens, 5 observed.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk-in cooler, raw bacon over cooked chicken. Raw ground beef over bread. Raw beef over washed potatoes.
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 whole muscle beef.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink on back prep line blocked with cold storage cart. Operator moved to walk-in cooler to clear sink.
Food stored on flooring walk-in cooler. Boxes muffins, soy milk, fruits, raw chicken.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer for ice cream front line.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses, on top of dusty ice machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Clean dish rack in dishwashing area, gaskets on cook line reach in coolers. Dry storage shelving by cook line.
Nov 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. In walk-in cooler cut melon, hummus and cooked eggs no date mark, per operator from yesterday.
Food stored on floor. Boxes of oil stored on floor of office dry storage area.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Box of to go containers on floor in office dry storage area.
Sep 18, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk-in cooler raw beef over ready-to-eat ham.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At front counter butter (63F - Cold Holding)for 3 hours per operator. Operator states butter is discarded after four hours. Emailed time as a public health control form.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. In walk-in cooler cut melon, hummus and cooked eggs no date mark, per operator from yesterday.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Also no quaternary test strips.
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.
Food stored on floor. Boxes of oil stored on floor of office dry storage area.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Box of to go containers on floor in office dry storage area.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.on front line.
Apr 10, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed buildup of food debris on reach in cooler doors and gaskets on the cook line.
Apr 9, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Bleu cheese crumbles 50F-2 pounds Mashed potatoes 49F-3 pounds Cooked chicken breast 46F-3 pounds Marinara sauce 46F- 4 cups Cheesesauce 46- 4 cups Shredded parmesan cheese 58F 5 pounds Ground beef 58F-7 pounds Shredded mozzarella 47F-4 pounds In reach in 4 drawer unit on the cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Bleu cheese crumbles 50F-2 pounds Mashed potatoes 49F-3 pounds Cooked chicken breast 46F-3 pounds Marinara sauce 46F- 4 cups Cheesesauce 46- 4 cups Shredded parmesan cheese 58F 5 pounds Ground beef 58F-7 pounds Shredded mozzarella 47F-4 pounds In reach in 4 drawer unit on the cook line.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed buildup of food debris on reach in cooler door handles on the cook line.
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. Observed thawed fish in reach in cooler labeled remove from package before thawing, thawed and still in commercial packaging.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor in the walk in freezer.
Food stored on floor. Observed 3 cases fish, 1 bag of onions, 3 cases of pineapple, 1 case of sweet potatoes, 1 case of milk and 1 case of cream on the floor in the walk in cooler.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed in use tongs stored on oven door handle on the cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed buildup of food debris on reach in cooler doors and gaskets on the cook line.
Stored food not covered. Observed cooked chicken wings in reach in cooler not wrapped or covered.
Aug 4, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 2, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. A number 10 can of ripe,olives and a can of peach fruit filling with dented rims.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Approximately 20 small flies in kitchen near dry storage area inside and outside of hot holding unit that is not in use.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. milk (67 F - Cold Holding) on buffet line. Per operator milk had been placed out for 3 hours.
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. None available, provided operator Employee Health Reporting Agreement and they were completed during inspection
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken breast not lab Ed with date prepared in walk in cooler.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. At server station next to buffet area
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. Fish thawed in walk in cooler clearly labeled to be removed from packaging prior to thawing, still under reduced oxygen packaging
Food stored on floor. Case of French fries and bag of ice on floor of walk in freezer
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife hanging between wired shelving. Operator removed knife.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee personal beverage inside front reach in cooler. Operator removed drink.
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.