FIDDLESTICKS COUNTRY CLUB (CABANA)
15391 CANONGATE DR, Fort Myers FL 33912 · 239-768-1111
Last inspected Apr 3, 2026 · 7 visits since March 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. In walk-in cooler housemade blue cheese dressing labeled 2/22/2024, housemade salsa labeled 2/17/2024, today is 3/1/2024
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024070805 | Oct 28, 2024 | Jan 6, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Apr 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bar mats stored inside handwash sink at bar. Operator removed mats.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed quaternary ammonium concentration at 100 ppm. Operator redid sanitizer.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar container. Operator labeled sugar.
Aug 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Dishwasher (Temperature 147F) after running three times. Technician on site for repairs at time of inspection. Operator turned off machine and sent dishware to main kitchen machine for duration pending repairs.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over ready-to-eat cooked chicken wings in walk-in cooler. Operator rearranged foods.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. 2 bottles over condiments on front line shelving. Operator removed.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk on front line per operator opened between1-3 days ago per operator.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Vent cover in walk-in cooler.
Feb 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked with cart at cook line entrance on. Operator cleared the handwash sink.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. 3 by beer walk-in cooler. Operator secured
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. In middle storage room before bar after kitchen,
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses on cook line.
Oct 28, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 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 reach-in cooler directly across from dishwashing machine in main kitchen, cottage cheese (53F - Cold Holding); sour cream (53F - Cold Holding); cheesecake (53F - Cold Holding) stored overnight per operator. Operator discarded foods and put replacements into separate reach-in cooler to allow technician to service machine.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach-in cooler directly across from dishwashing machine in main kitchen, cottage cheese (53F - Cold Holding); sour cream (53F - Cold Holding); cheesecake (53F - Cold Holding) stored overnight per operator. Operator discarded foods and put replacements into separate reach-in cooler to allow technician to service machine.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. In bar, blocked by bar mats filling sink. Operator cleared the sink for use.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in hallway by bar.
Jun 4, 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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Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
May 30, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 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. Cook line far end reach-in cooler bottom: blue cheese crumbles (54F - Cold Holding); beer cheese sauce (47F - Cold Holding); cooked eggs (48F - Cold Holding); housemade coleslaw (47F - Cold Holding) stored overnight per operator.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook line far end reach-in cooler bottom: blue cheese crumbles (54F - Cold Holding); beer cheese sauce (47F - Cold Holding); cooked eggs (48F - Cold Holding); housemade coleslaw (47F - Cold Holding) stored overnight per operator.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Mar 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. In walk-in cooler housemade blue cheese dressing labeled 2/22/2024, housemade salsa labeled 2/17/2024, today is 3/1/2024
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. In walk-in cooler housemade blue cheese dressing labeled 2/22/2024, housemade salsa labeled 2/17/2024, today is 3/1/2024
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook line reach-in cooler far side seared raw tuna (45F - Cold Holding) for two hours during busy lunch per operator. Operates states door is opened constantly during lunch rush. Operator placed in ice for rapid cooling.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Two way splitter added missing one vacuum breaker.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Seared tuna salad on menu per operator served undercooked not indicated as raw. Operator began updating menus with a star to denote raw items.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Also no quaternary test strips for triple sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. One in bar, two on front service line, one by tables by pool. Operator labeled all chemicals.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At bar, at handwash sink by walk-in freezer.
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.