LIGHTNING STRIKES
4140 FOWLER ST, Fort Myers FL 33901 · 239-936-2695
Last inspected Jul 14, 2026 · 12 visits since October 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 15 points off where it started.
Live, small flying insects found observed at least 10 small flying insects near water heater.
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Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Jul 14, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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. Emailed The Manager Employee Reporting Form (HR 5030-103).
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler behind front counter gasket torn.
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
May 12, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw hamburgers over produce in stand up reach-in cooler. The manager moved the raw hamburgers on bottom shelf on the other side of stand up reach-in cooler.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
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. Emailed The Manager Employee Reporting Form (HR 5030-103).
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed grilled chicken and chili not date marked in stand up reach-in cooler.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler behind front counter gasket torn.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Mar 11, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in dishwash area.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of gray/black-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Floor area at cook line covered with standing water.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris at cook line, underneath shelving in dry storage, and underneath cooking equipment.
Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Observed can opener blade rusting.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt on shelving underneath handwash sink and soda machine at front service area. Observed buildup of food debris on outside of fryers at cook line.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt container at front service area.
Dec 18, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed container of raw chicken stored over raw bacon in reach in cooler in back food prep area.
Employee dumping mop water in the three-compartment sink / food preparation sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sponge stored in front service handwash sink and observed spray bottle stored in handwash sink in dishwash area. Operator removed sponge and bottle.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in dishwash area.
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.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of gray/black-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Floor area at cook line covered with standing water.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris at cook line, underneath shelving in dry storage, and underneath cooking equipment.
Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Observed can opener blade rusting.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt on shelving underneath handwash sink and soda machine at front service area. Observed buildup of food debris on outside of fryers at cook line.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt container at front service area.
Apr 7, 2025□ 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/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed damage to ceiling including peeling paint and hole in ceiling in dry storage area.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed water damage to wall by water heater, area missing some dry wall and baseboards missing.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on reach in freezer drawers in prep kitchen.
Feb 24, 2025Warning 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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Live, small flying insects found observed at least 10 small flying insects near water heater.
Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Observed fly strip over 3 compartment sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink in font cook line.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine at bar by pool tables as soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed damage to ceiling including peeling paint and hole in ceiling in dry storage area.
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of potatoes and cases of soda syrup on floor
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed water damage to wall by water heater, area missing some dry wall and baseboards missing.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on reach in freezer drawers in prep kitchen.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container in bulk flour and sugar containers.
Jan 17, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 23, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Oct 22, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over to ready to eat food in reach in cooler unit. Operator moved item for proper storage.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in walk in cooler: raw ground beef (47F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (48F - Cold Holding); jalapenos (46F - Cold Holding); ambient air (47F - Cold Holding). Operator stated that they received delivery today and that unit was recently serviced.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
Apr 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken, fish and shrimp over cheese and hot dogs in reach-in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed mold-like substance on soda gun holder at bar
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink at bar had bucket in it. Removed bucket
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Feb 15, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 18, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed pan of chicken pieces with mold like substance and pan of beef crumbles with mold like substance in walk in cooler. Operator discarded items.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed both soda guns at bar area by pool tables as soiled.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof of food manager certification available at time of inspection. Joshua Lynch is manager in charge at time of inspection.
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. Observed no proof available at the time of inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink in kitchen.
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.