EDISON LUNCH BOX
1700 MONROE ST, Fort Myers FL 33901 · 239.910.5724
Last inspected Jun 29, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken 51F and sliced cheese 57F above fill line on reach in cooler. Operator removed excess and placed in cooler.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $75
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025069031 | Aug 27, 2025 | Jan 12, 2026 | $75 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jun 29, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit for the dish machine.
Apr 29, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken stored over cooked chicken in the stand up reach in cooler next to the cook line. Employee removed the raw chicken.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer blade soiled. Employee disassembled and cleaned the slicer. Mixer head soiled. Employee cleaned the mixer head.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit for the dish machine.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. No original copies provided for any food handler training.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drinks stored on a preparation tabled in the expo area. Employee removed the drinks.
Food stored on floor. Bag of potatoes stored on the floor next to the cook line area. Employee placed the potatoes on a shelf.
Sep 5, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 2 cans of black beans dented at seam.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed winded and simple green spray bottles on drink prep area. Observed chemical spray bottles on rear prep area and prep table across from dish machine.
Aug 27, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 2 cans of black beans dented at seam.
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 dish machine at 0ppm. Operator set up 3 compartment sink and calling maintenance.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken 51F and sliced cheese 57F above fill line on reach in cooler. Operator removed excess and placed in cooler.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed winded and simple green spray bottles on drink prep area. Observed chemical spray bottles on rear prep area and prep table across from dish machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl used as scoop no handle in black pepper.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle used for sugar below product. Operator removed handle.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop near mop sink not hung to dry.
Feb 26, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 25, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 1 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 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 machine at 0ppm chlorine.
Nov 6, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 26, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 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 dishwasher machine at (Chlorine 0ppm). Directed operator to use 3 compartment sink for sanitization.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw bacon stored over ready to eat ham and sauces in glass reach in cooler by 3 compartment sink. Operator moved item for proper storage.
Mar 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee items next to flat top grill operator moved items for proper storage.
Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of whole uncut potatoes on floor. Operator moved item for proper storage.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in chest reach in freezer by ice machine.
Sep 21, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler labeled B and C: heavy cream (56F - Cold Holding); butter (50F - Cold Holding); ambient air (48F - Cold Holding). Refrigeration technician arrived during inspection to work on unit.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Operator discarded item.
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed accumulation of debris at bottom of white reach in freezer.
Stored food not covered. Observed unwrapped piece of cheese on cooler shelves in reach in cooler next to double ovens. Operator covered item.
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