EL NUEVO MAGUEY BAR AND GRILL
4834 PALM BEACH BLVD, Fort Myers FL 33905
Last inspected Apr 27, 2026 · 7 visits since November 2023
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
NOV 23
APR 24
JAN 25
MAY 25
DEC 25
— STEADY
5 inspections within 19 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12/01/2025.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Apr 27, 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
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Manager certification expired 11/27/2025.
Mar 30, 2026Call 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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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Manager certification expired 11/27/2025.
Dec 18, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12/01/2025.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Manager certification expired 11/27/2025.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign in men's bathroom. Printed a hand washing sign for Operator and they hung it up.
May 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker at mop sink threaded hose bibb.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed ceramic bowl used as a scoop in bulk dry rice bin. Operator removed bowl.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed fluorescent lights over kitchen area not shielded.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign in men's bathroom.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beef thawing in three compartment sink without running water. Operator turned on water over beef during inspection.
Jan 9, 2025Inspection 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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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken over unwashed limes in walk in cooler. Operator moved chicken to lowest shelf.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed lights over cook's line missing shields.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign in men's bathroom.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clean plastic containers in prep area.
Apr 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 1-#10 can of Trattoria spaghetti sauce with deep dented rim on canned goods shelf next to Manager's office. Operator voluntarily discarded.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed can of Hot Shot on shelf next to three compartment sink. Operator removed.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
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. Provided Operator with Employee Reporting Agreement DBPR Form HR 5030-103 via email.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed missing light shield over light on cook's line.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clean metal pans stored under prep table across from cook's line.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bulk sugar unlabeled in clear plastic container under microwave behind cook's line.
Nov 28, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored ocpver unwashed produce peppers in reach in cooler. Operator moved eggs to lower shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter on prep table next to stove at 54F. Operator stated it was out for an hour. Operator put butter into reach in cooler during inspection.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board on prep table across from cook's line has deep grooves.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed handle to cold water stripped at hand washing sink next to three compartment sink. Operator stated repair is scheduled for this week.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on containers stored under prep table across from cook's line.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen raw chicken thawing at room temperature in prep sink across from cook's line. Operator turned on cold water over chicken during inspection.
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