OXBOW BAR & GRILL
1300 HENDRY STREET, Fort Myers FL 33901 · 239.314.3862
Last inspected Apr 28, 2026 · 6 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections trending up, 38 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 chicken behind calamari at Make Table. Operator switched the food item.
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Apr 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Observed tags not kept in chronological order.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed multiple tags not marked with last date served.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed multiple ice cubes inside the basin of bar handwash sink. Educated the operator.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit at establishment.
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Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tile above ware washing area.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed wiping cloth sanitizer solution on the floor next to Make Table. Operator replaced with a new container off the floor.
Dec 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Seafood salad (46F - Cold Holding) stored in reach in cooler. The operator states has been in unit for less than 2 hours. The operator relocated to the walk in cooler until unit serviced.
Plastic containers near dish machine not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Mar 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Operator cleaned interior of machine.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing on second floor kitchen entrance.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed condensation on ceiling vent by dish machine.
Single-service articles improperly stored on floor in dry storage room. Operator signed began moving items off floor.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
Oct 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hand wash sink by dish machine as not working.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed missing ceiling tile in dishwashing area. Operator states that tile is being replaced.
Mar 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority9 Intermediate1 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 chicken behind calamari at Make Table. Operator switched the food item.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sauce 121F at Warmer Holding Unit between the Make Tables. Operator reheated on the stove to a minimum of 165F.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed multiple tags not date marked.
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 dairy creamer not date marked at bar Reach in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item.
Expired 03/01/2022 chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed bottle at bar handwash sink. Operator removed the bottle.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at 1st floor bar handwash sink. Operator placed paper towels at handwash sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed grits at the 2nd floor Walk in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item.
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 with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed inoperable handwash sink at ware washing area handwash sink.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed inoperable ware washing area handwash sink.
Oct 25, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 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 beef short ribs over raw grouper and raw cod in walk-in cooler. The chef moved raw beef to bottom shelf in walk-in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing sink across from 3 compartment sink empty sanitizer bucket in it. The operator removed empty sanitizer bucket from hand washing sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink in bar. The operator placed soap at hand washing sink in bar.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
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.