FOREST COUNTRY CLUB
6100 CLUB BLVD S W, Fort Myers FL 33908 · 239-482-8378
Last inspected Jan 21, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
JAN 24
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NOV 24
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JAN 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Food with mold-like growth on repackaged hot dogs. Operator discarded hotdogs.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jan 21, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 8, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed two 4lb cans of albacore tuna dented. Operator separated cans to be returned to distributor.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Can opener.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink in back food prep area blocked by bread crumb container. Operator removed container.
Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Observed hot temperature on plate surface reaching 154F.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Side bar nearest restrooms and side beverage/wait station.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Side bar nearest restrooms.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed establishment conducting reduced oxygen packaging on raw fish and cold cut meats.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Inaccurate/damaged temperature and/or pressure gauge(s) on dishmachine. Observed rinse temperature gauge on dishmachine not operating.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Side bar nearest restrooms.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers at cook line. Operator removed employee beverage.
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Spoons.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt container. Operator labeled containers.
Sep 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Food with mold-like growth on repackaged hot dogs. Operator discarded hotdogs.
No soap provided at handwash sink in dishwash area. Operator placed soap at hand wash sink.
Accumulation of pink-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin nearest hand wash sink.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container at bar. Operator removed employee beverage.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Operator removed knives.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Operator removed water.
Stored food not covered. Observed container of au jus nit covered in walk un cooler. Educated operator on covering foods after cooling.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed package of frozen raw meat thawing at room temperature at cook line. Operator placed package in reach in cooler.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Nov 22, 2024Inspection 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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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed one 6lb can of crushed tomatoes dented. Operator separated can to be returned to distributor.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pasta 47F cold hold. Stop Sale. Operator discarded of pasta.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink at pizza prep station. Operator placed paper towels at hand wash sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Stroganoff in walk in cooler. Operator date marked stroganoff.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed ice bucket stored on floor.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Operator separated containers.
Stored food not covered. Observed stroganoff and gravy not covered in walk in cooler. Operator covered foods.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt container. Educated operator on importance of labeling. Operator labeled container.
Sep 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed container of raw fish stored over container of pasta. Operator switched containers.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed gravy date marked 08/14/24. Stop Sale. Operator discarded gravy.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sweet potato pie 46F cold hold less than 4 hours in dessert reach in cooler.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour bin. Educated operator on importance of labeling.
Mar 5, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 4, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Establishment packaging time/temperature control for safety food using a reduced oxygen method that does not control the growth of and toxin formation of C. botulinum and the growth of Listeria monocytogenes. Establishment does not have an approved variance from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed establishment using reduced oxygen packaging with cooked turkey and meatballs.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink in back food prep area blocked by stepping stool and carts. Operator removed items.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed establishment using reduced oxygen packaging with fish and precooked turkey and meatballs.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Dishwash area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour bin at pizza prep station.
Nov 7, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 7, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored by food equipment. Operator removed chemicals.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Raw fish for sushi.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed establishment using reduced oxygen packaging for raw frozen fish and raw beef.
Accumulation of gray-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in side wait station.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Educated operator on proper storage of employee food. Operator placed employee food on bottom shelf.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed purse stored on top of box of coffee. Operator removed purse.
In-use ice scoop stored on top of ice machine between uses.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
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