IZZYS FISH & OYSTER FORT MYERS
2282 FIRST ST, Fort Myers FL 33901 · 239.337.4999
Last inspected Apr 20, 2026 · 12 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections within 11 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 5 live flies in corner of bar on floor.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Apr 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed ice bin and alcohol holder blocking the bar handwash sink. Educated the operator of having clear access to the handwash sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at frontline bar handwash sink. Operator paced paper towels at handwashing sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at frontline (bar) handwash sink. Operator placed soap at handwash sink.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained.
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No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Observed no waste line at soda gun holster at bar.
Sep 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink next to server drink station blocked by garbage can. Operator moved garbage can.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled chemical bottle on sink behind bar.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler across from cook line gasket torn.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed uncovered hole in wall near dish machine.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in cooler near wait station.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single use containers not inverted above steam table on cook line. Operator inverted containers.
Nov 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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- From initial inspection : Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Observed missing electrical cover near dish machine.
Nov 18, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 1 high priority.
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 dishwasher machine at 0ppm chlorine. Operator called company to service machine.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee item in reach in cooler. Operator discarded item.
Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Observed missing electrical cover near dish machine.
Oct 29, 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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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine as soiled. Operator directed employee to begin cleaning machine.
- From initial inspection : Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Observed damaged emergency light above walk in cooler, outlet cover missing in dishwashing area and damaged light switch by back door.
Oct 25, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler on cook line: diced tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding); bleu cheese (47F - Cold Holding); ambient air (50F - Cold Holding). Operator called repair company to come service cooler.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine as soiled. Operator directed employee to begin cleaning machine.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on prep table. Operator voluntarily discarded item.
Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Observed damaged emergency light above walk in cooler, outlet cover missing in dishwashing area and damaged light switch by back door.
Jul 9, 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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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 2 dented cans of clams. Operator segregated items to return to supplier.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in reach in cooler in kitchen by clean dish rack Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler : butter (56F - Cold Holding); milk (59F - Cold Holding).
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler : butter (56F - Cold Holding); milk (59F - Cold Holding). Ambient air 58F - Cold holding. Operator has appointment today for unit to be serviced.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.
Apr 22, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 55F. Operator moved items for proper storage.
Apr 18, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 5 live flies in corner of bar on floor.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed near front expo station : fresh cut tomatoes (52F - Cold Holding). Operator put items on ice.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed buildup around vents on cook line.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven handle. Operator moved items for proper storage.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 55F. Operator moved items for proper storage.
Jan 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs stored over keg in smaller walk in cooler.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed buildup of dust on pipes on ceiling near dish machine.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed pan of portioned mahi mahi thawed in reduced oxygen packaging in walk in cooler.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed green wire shelving unit in kitchen as having a rusted bottom shelf.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
Aug 4, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 19 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate14 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed sanitizer bottle stored over soup kettle on main line. Operator removed.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed some tags missing last date sold.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed knife in hand washing sink. Operator removed.
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. Operator printed and filled out during inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with yellow liquid by bar area.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance in ice machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic bowl used as scoop in bulk sugar.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 tanks unsecured behind bar next to raw bar.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed frozen fish with label not removed from packaging while thawing. Discussed proper thawing process for reduced oxygen packaged fish that was commercially frozen.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal pans wet nesting on shelf near dishwasher.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of shell eggs stored on floor of walk-in cooler next to liquor storage room.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed grease dripping on exposed pipes over cook's lines.
In-use utensil stored in sanitizer between uses. Observed bar utensils stored in sanitizer solution behind bar.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wiping cloths under cutting boards.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign by hand sink in bar area.
Open dumpster lid.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on floor of cook's line. Operator removed bucket.
Utility pipes are unnecessarily exposed. Observed pipes exposed over cook's line and prep areas.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bulk container of sugar unlabeled across from expo line.
Jul 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine as soiled. Operator directed employee to clean item.
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