MCALISTERS DELI
3409 FORUM BLVD, Fort Myers FL 33905 · 239.208.5295
Last inspected Jul 22, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 13 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed 10-12 dead roaches in a commercial control device in manager office under desk.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Personal in charge unable to provide proof of Certified Food Manager while observing 4 employees engaged in food prep/handling. GM returned during inspection.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed Case of to go paper cups stored on floor by dishwasher. Operator moved to shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed sealed frozen bags of soup thawing at room temperature inside produce sink in prep kitchen empty. Operator turned on cold water to assist thawing process.
Feb 17, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal pans wet nesting on shelf above three compartment sink.
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Observed self closing device broken on men's bathroom door.
Feb 13, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
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Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towel dispenser unable to dispense paper towels at hand washing sink next to commercial ice machine.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed 10-12 dead roaches in a commercial control device in manager office under desk.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 4-5 dead roaches inside old equipment in prep kitchen. Disconnected and empty reach in cooler back prep area.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal pans wet nesting on shelf above three compartment sink.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle laying in shredded cheese at build table on cook's line. Operator removed handle from cheese.
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Observed self closing device broken on men's bathroom door.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed soiled dry wiping cloth on counter in front of oven on cook's line. Operator removed cloth from line.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed unnecessary/unused reach in cooler in prep kitchen disconnected and empty.
Jul 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee wipe dirty counter with gloved hands then change gloves without washing hands first to build a ready to eat sandwich and handle clean knife. Discussed proper glove usage and hand washing with Operator.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink by front counter and sink adjacent to cook's line. Operator replaced towels.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed wall molding separating from wall exposing wall behind frp next to mop sink.
Jan 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic pans wet nesting on shelf next to three compartment sink.
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Observed self closing device disconnected from men's bathroom door.
Nov 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ice dumped in hand washing sink by front counter. Operator spoke to employees about not using sink as a dump sink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone on prep table across from steam table. Operator removed.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing runner bracelets on wrist while preparing food on cook's line.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers wet nesting on shelf above three compartment sink.
Jul 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed large white and blue charcoal filters near rear exit last changed 01/15/2023.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards on make tables on cook's line with deep grooves and stains.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light bulb in walk-in freezer with no cover.
Dec 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee bring dirty metal containers to dishwasher then return to cook's line without changing gloves before preparing a ready to eat sandwich. Discussed proper glove usage and hand washing practices with operator.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed expired license displayed on wall by customer service counter, but, license is current in system.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a watch while preparing food on cook's line.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers and metal pans wet nesting on shelf next to dishwasher.
Jul 14, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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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. Provided Operator with Clean up Form DBPR HR 5030-104 via email.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed buildup of mold like substance in ice machine.
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.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on hot holding unit for baked potatoes. Operator mov3d to shelf.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on prep table across from ice machine. Operator removed cloth and put in dirty linen.
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.