FLORIDA BOY BURGER CO
4480 FOWLER ST STE #110, Fort Myers FL 33901 · 239-245-7145
Last inspected Jun 1, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jun 1, 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
Alligator tank in dining room containing 3 live alligators. Per original plan review establishment is not to have an alligator tank. Inspector delivered variance application paperwork to establishment on 2/20/26 and to date have not applied at time of inspection. During inspection, sent variance paperwork to owner and acknowledged it was received.
May 29, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 1 #10 can of pineapple that was dented at the seam. The chef discarded the item.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cut leafy greens (52F - Cold Holding); cut melon (50F); whipped butter (66F - Cold Holding); feta vinaigrette (54F - Cold Holding); heart of palm (52F - Cold Holding); Caesar dressing (52F - Cold Holding); cheesecake (52F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler at end of cook line. The chef states items have been stored overnight and discarded the items.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut leafy greens (52F - Cold Holding); cut melon (50F); whipped butter (66F - Cold Holding); feta vinaigrette (54F - Cold Holding); heart of palm (52F - Cold Holding); Caesar dressing (52F - Cold Holding); cheesecake (52F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler at end of cook line. The chef states items have been stored overnight and discarded the items.
Alligator tank in dining room containing 3 live alligators. Per original plan review establishment is not to have an alligator tank. Inspector delivered variance application paperwork to establishment on 2/20/26 and to date have not applied at time of inspection. During inspection, sent variance paperwork to owner and acknowledged it was received.
Identity of food or food product misrepresented. Observed menu states "Key West Pink Shrimp", the shrimp being used is not identified by the manufacturer as "Key West Pink Shrimp". The label states "Farm Raised - Product of India".
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink near dish machine. The chef replaced the paper towels.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed bottles of blue and red chemicals stored at mop sink with no labels.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Observed dishmachine chlorine at 0ppm. The chlorine was primed and reran, tested to 75ppm.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage stored above prep table, the chef removed the item.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Observed cart with flour mixture stored near handwash sink and is exposed to possible splash.
Aug 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed butter on tray at 76F for 4.5 hours per Operator. Operator discarded butter.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter on tray at 76F for 4.5 hours per Operator. Operator discarded butter.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed Can opener blade with heavy buildup of food debris. Operator moved to three compartment sink to clean.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with clear liquid and one with pink liquid unlabeled by mop sink.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed broken cove molding at mop sink.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken cracked gaskets in reach in cooler on cook's line.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in reach in cooler on cook's line.
Feb 18, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 18, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license as expired as of 12-01-2024
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler : cooked pasta (53F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (52F - Cold Holding); prosciutto (53F - Cold Holding). Operator moved food to walk in cooler.
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.
Jul 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 11, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed area behind soda nozzles of soda machine have mold-like substance.
Nov 28, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 19, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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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.
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.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in men's restroom. Operator printed and posted new sign.
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.