MATT'S RED HOTS
18911 S TAMIAMI TRAIL UNIT 24, Fort Myers FL 33908 · 239-791-8036
Last inspected Jan 28, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 21 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches crawling on floor in unused walk in freezer.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $520
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025081133 | Oct 1, 2025 | Dec 4, 2025 | $200 |
| 7--2021027002 | May 7, 2021 | Jul 14, 2021 | $160 |
| 7--2016046158 | Sep 19, 2016 | Oct 25, 2016 | $160 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jan 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. French fry cutter.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at front service handwash sink. Operator placed paper towels at handwash sink.
Accumulation of gray-like substance in the interior of the front service ice bin.
Drain cover missing on floor across from three compartment sink.
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Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris/grease underneath fryers at front service area.
Ice buildup in bread storage reach-in freezer.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area. Educated operator on having smooth and easily cleanable floors.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Oct 1, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches crawling on floor in unused walk in freezer.
Sep 30, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate11 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches crawling on floor in unused walk in freezer.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 7 dead roaches on floor in unused walk in freezer. Educated operator on maintaining good pest control.
Drain cover(s) missing under table near front grill.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Front service area and dishwash area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris/grease underneath front grill and equipment at front service area. Observed buildup of debris on floor underneath shelving in unused walk in freezer.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed bags of onions stored on floor in walk in cooler.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Front service reach in cooler.
Stored food not covered. Blanched french fries and onion rings in walk in cooler.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area. Educated operator on having smooth and easily cleanable floors.
Jan 10, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 9, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed American cheese 49F cold hold, raw hamburger 50F cold hold less than 4 hours in Walk in cooler. Operator turned down reach in cooler. Note: establishment just received delivery per operator
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach on floor underneath hand wash sink in dishwash area. Operator discarded roach.
Drain cover(s) missing on floor underneath table across from three compartment sink.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris on wooden table underneath French fry cutter.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area. Educated operator on having smooth and easily cleanable floors.
Nov 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Front service reach in cooler.
Stored food not covered. Observed buckets of potatoes not covered in walk in cooler.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area. Educated operator on having smooth and easily cleanable floors.
Sep 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hot dogs 45F cold hold less than 4 hours. Observed Milk 44F cold hold, cream 46F cold hold, butter 48F cold hold less than 4 hours. Operator turned down coolers.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris underneath shelving in unused walk in freezer. Educated operator on importance of keeping unused equipment clean. Observed buildup of grease on floor under fryers.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area. Educated operator on having smooth and easily cleanable floors.
Dec 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Sauteed onions and peppers 85F less than 1 hour. Operator reheated peppers and onions to 165F and then hot held in double boiler at 135F.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored by clean equipment. Operator removed chemical.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, grease on French fry cutter.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front service hand wash sink. Operator placed paper towels at hand wash sink.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris underneath shelving in unused walk in freezer.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area. Educated operator on having smooth and easily cleanable floors.
Aug 24, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee dried hands on clothes/apron/soiled towel after washing.
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Observed water dripping from condenser in walk in cooler into bucket of French fries. Operator discarded French fries.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hot dogs 53F cold hold less than 4 hours. Educated operator on maintaining time/temperature control for safety foods at 41F or below. Operator placed bags of ice on top of time/temperature control for safety foods.
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash. Observed water dripping from condenser in walk in cooler into bucket of French fries. Stop sale. Operator discarded of French fries.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area. Educated operator on having smooth and easily cleanable floors.
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.