EL PATRON MEXICAN RESTAURANT & BAR
3639-3641 PALM BEACH BLVD, Fort Myers FL 33916 · 239-785-4145
Last inspected May 1, 2026 · 9 visits since March 2024
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 20 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12/01/2023.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
May 1, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink blocked with ice machine in the kitchen.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at kitchen. Operator provided paper towel.
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 employee health reporting agreement.
No soap provided at handwash sink at bar and kitchen. Operator provided soap.
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Food stored on floor. Water case stored on floor near dry storage.
Apr 13, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 23, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink blocked with ice machine and ladder near triple sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at bar. Operator provided paper towels.
Multiple ceiling tile shows damage throughout dining and kitchen area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at bar.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior of the hood soiled with grease.
Nov 14, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded.
0 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink blocked with ice machine and ladder near triple sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at bar. Operator provided paper towels.
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. Provided operator Employee Health Reporting Agreement.
No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. Operator provided sanitizer chlorine.
No soap provided at handwash sink at bar. Operator provided soap.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Food stored on floor. Plastic water bottle cases stored on floor.
Multiple ceiling tile shows damage throughout dining and kitchen area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at bar.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior of the hood soiled with grease.
May 30, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken stored over unwashed limes in reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator moved limes from out under chicken.
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/
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink in men's bathroom.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand washing sink in men's bathroom.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked shrimp prepared yesterday with no date mark in reach in cooler in kitchen.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign in men's bathroom at hand washing sink.
Feb 28, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on 12/01/2024.
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/
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed stained ceiling tiles throughout the bar area.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light shield missing in kitchen area for fluorescent lights.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed hand washing sign missing in men's bathroom.
Jun 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pulled chicken prepared yesterday with no date mark in reach in cooler inside kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile damaged in kitchen over beverage reach in cooler.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light shield missing in kitchen area.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign in mens bathroom.
Mar 29, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee wash hands in three compartment 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 Clean up Form DBPR HR 5030-104 via email.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked chicken in reach in cooler prep yesterday no date mark.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles damaged in kitchen above reach in cooler with beer.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign in men's restroom.
- From initial inspection : Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only. Observed rear exit locked in kitchen area.
Mar 21, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12/01/2023.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee wash hands in three compartment 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 Clean up Form DBPR HR 5030-104 via email.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed hook ups for hand washing sink but observed hand washing sink was removed in kitchen area.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels in women's bathroom.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked chicken in reach in cooler prep yesterday no date mark.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles damaged in kitchen above reach in cooler with beer.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign in men's restroom.
Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only. Observed rear exit locked in kitchen 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.