FOWLER STREET GRILL
3570 FOWLER ST, Fort Myers FL 33901 · 239-931-0522
Last inspected Apr 8, 2026 · 12 visits since September 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw shell eggs stored over raw beef in reach in cooler at front line.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025071891 | Sep 19, 2025 | Nov 3, 2025 | $200 |
| 7--2021023600 | May 19, 2021 | Jun 24, 2021 | $400 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Apr 8, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Apr 1, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed at 200ppm.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Mar 31, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed at 200ppm.
Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Spoke with operator and employee rehashed hands properly.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw shell eggs stored over raw beef in reach in cooler at front line.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Pasta salad in walk in cooler date marked 3/22 - operator discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut tomato (48F - Cold Holding); cheese (47F - Cold Holding); ham (48F - Cold Holding) at front counter. The operator iced down the items.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. There is a trash can located in front of handwash sink on cook line.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwash sink at cook line and near dish machine filled with dishes, the operator removed the items.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Styrofoam coffee cup on prep area at front line.
Food stored on floor. Bucket of pickles stored on floor of walk in cooler.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses on oven handle.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed sanitizer bucket at server wait station at 0ppm. The operator replaced and was at 200ppm, the operator remixed to 50ppm.
Sep 19, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate12 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter packets at front counter. Operator states they have been out for 3 hours, operator iced down butter in reach in cooler. Observed cook line cooked, ham (50F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (46F - Cold Holding); cooked sausage (54F - Cold Holding) stored above fill line in reach in cooler on cook line. Educated operator on proper cold holding storage.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic containers in handwashing sink in front cook line.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed buildup of debris on top of dish machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup with no handle used as a scoop in sugar. Observed styrofoam cup with no handle used as scoop in flour. Operator removed items.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling over cook line not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed multiple ceiling tiles in kitchen that are damaged or in disrepair.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed posted license with expiration date 12/2024.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers above dish machine wet nesting.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets on front reach in cooler damaged.
Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed no cove moulding in the dry storage area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed accumulation of food debris under equipment on cook line.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient temperature thermometer in walk in cooler.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign for hand wash sink on cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler gaskets soiled with a black slime like substance.
Sep 17, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate12 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over cooked potatoes in walk in cooler. Observed raw beef over cooked corn beef hash. Operator properly stored the items.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter packets at front counter. Operator states they have been out for 3 hours, operator iced down butter in reach in cooler. Observed cook line cooked, ham (50F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (46F - Cold Holding); cooked sausage (54F - Cold Holding) stored above fill line in reach in cooler on cook line. Educated operator on proper cold holding storage.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee wash hands using 3 compartment sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic containers in handwashing sink in front cook line.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Observed raw chicken thawed and held in walk in cooler not date marked when removed from freezer. Operator voluntarily discarded chicken.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed Cole slaw and pasta salad prepared on site and held for more than 24 hours no date marking.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed buildup of debris on top of dish machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup with no handle used as a scoop in sugar. Observed styrofoam cup with no handle used as scoop in flour. Operator removed items.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling over cook line not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed multiple ceiling tiles in kitchen that are damaged or in disrepair.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed posted license with expiration date 12/2024.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers above dish machine wet nesting.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets on front reach in cooler damaged.
Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed no cove moulding in the dry storage area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed accumulation of food debris under equipment on cook line.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient temperature thermometer in walk in cooler.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign for hand wash sink on cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler gaskets soiled with a black slime like substance.
Feb 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer on chest freezer in server area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in cooler on front line, and soiled fan in dishwashing area.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed debris under shelves in dry storage area.
Oct 22, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall in dry storage area.
Oct 22, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dishwasher machine at 0ppm chlorine. Instructed operator to use 3 compartment sink for sanitizing. Operator called company to service machine.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed items stored in hand wash sink by dish machine. Operator removed items from sink.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall in dry storage area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in bread reach in freezer unit.
Apr 22, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas in dishwashing area.
Hole in or other damage to wall.
Open dumpster lid.
Feb 20, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Eco Lab arrived during inspection and fixed dishwashing machine.
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed operator begin work without washing hands engaging in food preparation. Educated operator on properly washing hands prior to beginning working in food preparation.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. The manager on duty is currently preparing for the CFM examination.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas in dishwashing area.
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of onions on floor in kitchen. The bag onions was removed from floor in kitchen.
Hole in or other damage to wall.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees on cook line.
Open dumpster lid.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination above prep table.
Sep 20, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic style ceiling tiles over dish machine.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed accumulation of debris on floor under dry storage shelves.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed damage to walls in multiple areas.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up in white chest style reach in freezer next to walk in cooler.
Sep 19, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dish machine at 0ppm chlorine. Operator replaced chemical bucket. Observed dish machine at 50ppm.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken breasts stored over raw shrimp in reach in cooler on cookline closest to ovens.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee wash hands in 3 compartment sink.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed 5 employees working and no food manager on staff.
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. Operator unable to locate proof of training at time of inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle in dry storage area.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed cardboard lining shelves in dry storage area.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic style ceiling tiles over dish machine.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach on top of water heater. Operator cleaned and sanitized area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed accumulation of debris on floor under dry storage shelves.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed damage to walls in multiple areas.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up in white chest style reach in freezer next to walk in cooler.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 75F.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed accumulation of soil in interior of microwave on cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of fryer as soiled with grease. Observed shelf where ckean hotel pans are stored as soiled.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service items stored in box directly on floor of dry storage 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.