LODGE
2278 FIRST ST, Fort Myers FL 33901 · (239) 850-9451
Last inspected Jun 16, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed at least 7 small flying insects at beer tap drain closest to main bar.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jun 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw beef stored over fries in reach in freezer, the operator corrected the items.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener, the operator moved to dish area to clean and sanitize.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with red liquid in chemical closet unlabeled.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin near dish machine.
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Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers wet nesting near smoker, the operator separated for proper drying.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Open dumpster lid.
Mar 13, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 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.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed 1-men's and 1-women's restrooms not tight fitting.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed grease accumulation on ceiling tiles at various locations of kitchen.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed multiple handwash sinks with no handwashing sign.
Mar 12, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp over cooked pork at Reach in Drawers.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed reheating in the Hot Holding Unit: beans 82F, chicken 131F, Beef 128F, Meatloaf 153F, Queso 101F, Chili 90F, Shredded chicken 109F, Beef sausage 129F. The operator had placed all the food items at 8:45am. The temperatures of food items were taken at 11:30am. Operator discarded the food items. The items wet not reheated within the 2 hour time frame to 165F.
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Observed reheating in the Hot Holding Unit: beans 82F, chicken 131F, Beef 128F, Meatloaf 153F, Queso 101F, Chili 90F, Shredded chicken 109F, Beef sausage 129F. The operator had placed all the food items at 8:45am. The temperatures of food items were taken at 11:30am. Operator discarded the food items. The items wet not reheated within the 2 hour time frame.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed stainless steel cleaner on shelf next to seasonings. Operator removed the chemical to the proper location with other chemical items.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no vacuum breaker at mop sink.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed open gallon of chocolate milk not date marked at beer walk in cooler. Operator date marked the food item.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Observed no Vomit and Diarrhea Cleaning Written Procedure. Emailed the operator the written procedure which was printed during 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 document not completed with no signatures. Operator had all the employees in the establishment signed the document.
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.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed no installation or replacement date on water treatment device located above exterior mop sink.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed water 81F at multiple handwashing sinks.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed 1-men's and 1-women's restrooms not tight fitting.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed grease accumulation on ceiling tiles at various locations of kitchen.
Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed clean pans exposed to splash next to handwash sink at dish shelf in the hallway of kitchen.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed multiple handwash sinks with no handwashing sign.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed multiple old labels on containers at dish shelf.
Feb 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate3 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 salmon and raw shrimp in reach-in cooler under cook line. The manager moved the raw hamburgers under the raw salmon and raw shrimp.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed cook wash hands in prep sink on cook line. Educated cook on properly washing hands in designated handwashing sink.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink across from dishwasher blocked by empty sanitizer bucket. The operator removed empty sanitizer bucket.
No soap provided at handwash sink in bar. The operator was replacing soap in bar.
Water pressure lacking at fixtures that require the use of water. Observed low hot water pressure at handwashing sink on cook line.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. The operator removed the rag from under the cutting board.
Jul 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in salad reach in cooler: cut tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); cheese (46F - Cold Holding); corn (47F - Cold Holding).
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink by dish machine. Operator had employee install soap dispenser.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives in between parts of salad cooler. Operator moved items for proper storage.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease buildup on outside of oven. Operator cleaned item.
Feb 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed soap dispenser as not functioning across from walk in cooler.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven handle in kitchen. Operator moved item for proper storage.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed buildup on lines in keg walk in cooler.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in bottom of cooler in main bar area.
Oct 30, 2023□ 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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Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed debris on floor around reach in freezer units in second floor storage room.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in bottom of 2 door reach in cooler next to salad station.
Oct 23, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed at least 7 small flying insects at beer tap drain closest to main bar.
Employee chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area. Observed employee chewing gum in kitchen while preparing food.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed debris on floor around reach in freezer units in second floor storage room.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Observed 2 hood filters as missing over cook line. Operator replaced filters.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in bottom of 2 door reach in cooler next to salad station.
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.