EDISON'S LAB AT THE HOLIDAY INN
2431 CLEVELAND AVE, Fort Myers FL 33901 · 239.332.3232
Last inspected Apr 30, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023
FEB 24
AUG 24
FEB 25
SEP 25
APR 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 37 points off where it started.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license as of 12/1/25.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
6 cases · $2,500
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2026039522 | Apr 30, 2026 | Jun 23, 2026 | $800 |
| 7--2025016125 | Feb 7, 2025 | Mar 24, 2025 | $200 |
| 7--2021056872 | Dec 8, 2021 | Jan 7, 2022 | $800 |
| 7--2021023836 | Apr 16, 2021 | Jun 24, 2021 | $200 |
| 7--2017031664 | May 24, 2017 | Aug 23, 2017 | $300 |
| 7--2016022213 | Mar 31, 2016 | Jun 20, 2016 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Apr 30, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license as of 12/1/25.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut melon (49F - Cold Holding) at front buffet line.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed cut melon (49F - Cold Holding); at front buffet line. The operator states it is discarded after 4 hours but no written plan. Emailing copy of time as a public health control form.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed no installation or replace date on the water filtration cartridge.
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Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed porous tile above prep table outside walk in cooler.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris along cook line.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler near coffee area.
Apr 22, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority6 Intermediate6 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.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license as of 12/1/25.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut melon (49F - Cold Holding) at front buffet line.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed milk container opened day prior, no date marking.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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.
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. Emailing health reporting agreement form.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed cut melon (49F - Cold Holding); at front buffet line. The operator states it is discarded after 4 hours but no written plan. Emailing copy of time as a public health control form.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed no installation or replace date on the water filtration cartridge.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed porous tile above prep table outside walk in cooler.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris along cook line.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in flour under prep table near walk in cooler.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Single service cups stored on floor near coffee area.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler near coffee area.
Sep 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
6 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12/01/2024. Operator brought license current during inspection, verified license is now current online.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed container of ham, and a container of liquid eggs held over 7 days from prep marking 09/07 in reach in coolers on cook's line. The operator discarded the items.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed container of ham, and a container of liquid eggs held over 7 days from prep marking 09/07 in reach in coolers on cook's line. The operator discarded the items.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cheese (46F - Cold Holding) and milk (50F - Cold Holding) that were held overnight in reach in coolers on cook's line and server station. The operator discarded the items.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese (46F - Cold Holding) and milk (50F - Cold Holding) that were held overnight in reach in coolers on cook's line and server station per Operator. The operator discarded the items.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no vacuum breaker at mop sink faucet.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed commercial can opener blade soiled with food debris on prep table across from walk in cooler.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink on cook line and near dish machine.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at at hand wash sink on cook line and near dish machine.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in server wait station. Observed utensils nears build up of black mold like substance inside ice machine on server station.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed multiple ceiling tiles in kitchen missing or in disrepair.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on reach in cooler behind bar.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed kitchen and dry storage area floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. Observed no receptacle near handwashing station near 3 compartment sink and cook line.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed utensils near cook line with food contact surface up.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters out with no protection in wait station area.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in bottom of reach in cooler in server wait station as well as behind bar.
Feb 7, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license as expired as of 12-01-2024.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed missing wall panel above walk in cooler unit.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup around door of walk in freezer interfering with door opening and closing. Observed ice buildup in bottom of reach in cooler in bar area.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed hand wash sink near dish area as in disrepair.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler in bar area.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed propane tank near back door.
Aug 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 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. Observed in walk in cooler on cook line: milk (55F - Cold Holding); sour cream (55F - Cold Holding); sausage gravy (58F - Cold Holding); ambient air (55F - Cold Holding).
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in walk in cooler on cook line: milk (55F - Cold Holding); sour cream (55F - Cold Holding); sausage gravy (58F - Cold Holding); ambient air (55F - Cold Holding). See stop sale.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled interior of reach in cooler in drink area.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed damage to ceiling in walk in cooler and missing ceiling tile above walk in freezer. Observed water damage to multiple ceiling tiles and light covers.
Water draining onto floor surface. Observed water dripping on to floor from ceiling in main walk in cooler.
Feb 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. The business license was paid in full at time of inspection.
Water pressure lacking at fixtures that require the use of water. Observed hand washing sink beside 2 compartment sink very low water pressure.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler across from cook line gasket torn and walk-in freezer gasket torn.
Food stored on floor. Observed a bag of red potatoes on floor in walk-in cooler. The manager removed red potatoes from floor in walk-in cooler.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container in container of flour and brown sugar. The Manager removed utensils from inside both containers.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters unprotected above coffee machine. The manager placed coffee filters in bag for protection.
Sep 18, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed multiple damaged ceiling tiles in kitchen.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in bottom of reach in cooler in bar area.
Jul 19, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license as expired as of 12-01-2022.
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. Emailed to Operator.
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. Emailed to operator.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed multiple damaged ceiling tiles in kitchen.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in bottom of reach in cooler in bar area.
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.