LAZY FLAMINGO III INC
16501 STRINGFELLOW RD, Bokeelia FL 33922 · (941)283-5959
Last inspected Apr 9, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections trending up, 23 points better than where it started.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw hamburgers over raw fish in walk-in cooler.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024014201 | Feb 2, 2024 | Mar 27, 2024 | $400 |
| 7--2022041480 | Jul 6, 2022 | Oct 3, 2022 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken wings (48F - Cold Holding); raw steaks (47F - Cold Holding); raw hamburgers (48F - Cold Holding) in stand up reach-in cooler in storage area across from ice machine. The manager placed all raw products on ice.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed stand up reach-in cooler in storage area across from ice machines ambient temperature 48F.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler across from cook line gasket torn.
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Open dumpster lid.
Dec 2, 2025□ 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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Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors men's restroom door.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Sep 24, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors men's restroom door.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of onions on floor in walk-in cooler. The owner removed the bag of onions from off the floor.
Apr 16, 2025□ 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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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Feb 13, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding); raw steaks (46F - Cold Holding); raw scallops (49F - Cold Holding); raw hamburgers (46F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (48F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The manager placed ice on all raw products.
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.
Accumulation of lime scale on the outside of the dishmachine.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of fries on floor in walk-in freezer.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers in stand up reach-in cooler across from ice bin.
Sep 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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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 under handwashing sink in kitchen.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in men's restroom.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Open dumpster lid.
Feb 2, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw grouper and raw triple tail over ready to eat ribs in reach-in cooler across from cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding); raw steak (47F - Cold Holding); raw grouper (51F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The chef placed ice on all raw products.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed several reach-in cooler gaskets torn.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust in dishwashing area.
Sep 14, 2023□ 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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Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler gaskets torn.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust in dishwashing area.
Sep 11, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw hamburgers over raw fish in walk-in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (49F - Cold Holding); raw steaks (48F - Cold Holding); raw steaks (60F - Cold Holding); raw hog fish (54F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The cook is placing ice on all raw products. Observed raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding) in walk-in cooler. The cook is placing ice on all raw products
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach-in cooler across from cook line ambient temperature 50F.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler gaskets torn.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of onions on floor in walk-in cooler.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust in dishwashing 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.