RED LOBSTER #0079
3801 CLEVELAND AVE, Fort Myers FL 33901 · 239.936.8216
Last inspected Jul 31, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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. Printed out Clean Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR Form HR 5030-104 for Manager. The manager posted form during inspection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024045129 | Jul 11, 2024 | Aug 20, 2024 | $200 |
| 7--2020049934 | Sep 22, 2020 | Feb 5, 2021 | $200 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 31, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw shrimp (55F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (56F - Cold Holding) on cook line, the manager added more ice.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker on hose near dish washing area.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal containers wet nesting in kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed containers of oil stopped on floor in dry storage, the manager relocated the items.
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Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed handwash sink near dishmachine leaking from pipe, the manager reconnected the pipe.
Waste line missing at soda gun holster behind bar.
Oct 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sour cream (58F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (57F - Cold Holding) in prep area. The operator stated they had been out less than 2 hours and relocated to the walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed melted butter hot held at 122F, the butter had been held for less than 2 hours. Educated the operator on time as a public health control, the form was emailed to the operator.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb near dishwash area.
Can opener soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed silverware stored under paper towels next to handwash sink in prep area.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water in dishwash area and near ice machine.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Ice cream scoop in prep area stored in standing water at 80F. The operator started the faucet to continuously run the water.
Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. The electrical cord for butter warmer/dispenser is damaged and duct taped.
Aug 14, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler in salad prep station in disrepair.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler across from deep frier.
Waste receptacle/floor mat/hood filter cleaned in a manner that allows the waste cleaning water to drain onto ground. Observed water filters were expired. The manager put in work request for new water filters.
Aug 6, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw flounder over ready to eat crab and cod in stand up reach-in cooler beside deep frier. The cook moved the raw flounder to bottom shelf under the crab and cod in stand up reach-in cooler.
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. Printed out Clean Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR Form HR 5030-104 for Manager. The manager posted form during inspection.
Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Observed dishwashing machine not reaching final rinse cycle of 160°F. Observed a work order request for dishwashing machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler in salad prep station in disrepair.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed handwashing sink in bar prep area no handwashing sign. The manager placed handwashing sign at handwashing sink.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler across from deep frier.
Waste receptacle/floor mat/hood filter cleaned in a manner that allows the waste cleaning water to drain onto ground. Observed water filters were expired. The manager put in work request for new water filters.
Jan 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed salad reach in cooler as damaged.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed areas of standing water on floor in kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on floor and ceiling in walk in freezer.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in freezer unit with bowls by salad reach in cooler as soiled.
Jul 15, 2024□ 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 floor of dry storage area as soiled with food debris and broken glass.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed damaged floor tiles near entrance to walk in freezer. Observed multiple damaged tiles in dishwashing area.
Jul 11, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in walk in cooler : raw shrimp (44F - Cold Holding); raw fish (45F - Cold Holding); sour cream (45F - Cold Holding); ambient air (45F - Cold Holding).
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor of dry storage area as soiled with food debris and broken glass.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed damaged floor tiles near entrance to walk in freezer. Observed multiple damaged tiles in dishwashing area.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed drain pipe for sink in dish washing area as damaged and water drains onto floor. Operator repaired pipe now water drains into drain.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in cooler in bar area as soiled.
Oct 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled soda nozzle at far end of bar area.
Microwave missing fan guard cover/splatter shield. Observed fan guard missing in middle microwave.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed container used as a scoop in fish breading mix and panko crumbs. Operator discarded containers.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed some damaged ceiling tiles in dining area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken floor tiles near door to walk in freezer.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water at bottom of reach in cooler in bar area.
Sep 19, 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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Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on reach in cooler on main cook line across from stove. Observed gasket on walk in cooler as in poor repair.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed damaged floor tiles near door of walk in freezer.
Sep 18, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in walk in cooler : Ambient air (43F - Cold Holding); shrimp (46F - Cold Holding); raw scallops (45F - Cold Holding); lobster meat (46F - Cold Holding). Operator states that they received a produce delivery today and that the door had been open for a significant period of time. Operator instructed employees to keep door shut.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda nozzle area on root beer as soiled.
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.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed container used as a scoop in bread crumbs container on server line.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on reach in cooler on main cook line across from stove. Observed gasket on walk in cooler as in poor repair.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed damaged floor tiles near door of walk in freezer.
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.