REDS BONES
3604 PALM BEACH BLVD, Fort Myers FL 33916 · 239.694.5100
Last inspected Jul 8, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 17-20 rodent droppings inside wood cabinet in the inside bar.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024046571 | Jul 11, 2024 | Aug 29, 2024 | $400 |
| 7--2021016103 | Apr 6, 2021 | Jul 15, 2021 | $200 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 8, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Toxic substance/chemical spray bottles improperly stored with shot glasses near bar area. Operator removed the spray bottles.
Floor tiles in disrepair near walk in cooler door.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior of the hood soiled with grease.
Dec 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk-in cooler; raw beef stored over cooked chicken. Operator moved cooked chicken to top shelf.
Grease on the ground and pad around grease receptacle.
Grease receptacle lid open.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at bar and cook line. Provided operator handwashing sign.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood soiled with accumulated grease.
Open dumpster lid.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour container not label at cook line. Operator labeled flour container.
Aug 13, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at prep area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior of the hood soiled with grease.
Aug 11, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach-in cooler at cook line; raw chicken (60F - Cold Holding); raw fish (59F - Cold Holding); raw burger patties (60F - Cold Holding); cooked ground beef (58F - Cold Holding); roasted beef (61F - Cold Holding); raw beef (60F - Cold Holding); cooked mushrooms (56F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (54F - Cold Holding). Per operator all items stored in reach-in cooler overnight. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach-in cooler at cook line; raw chicken (60F - Cold Holding); raw fish (59F - Cold Holding); raw burger patties (60F - Cold Holding); cooked ground beef (58F - Cold Holding); roasted beef (61F - Cold Holding); raw beef (60F - Cold Holding); cooked mushrooms (56F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (54F - Cold Holding). Per operator all items stored in reach-in cooler overnight. See stop sale.
No soap provided at handwash sink at women and men bathrooms. Operator provided soap.
Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided operator oysters consumer advisory and operator posted it at the dinning room entrance.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at prep area.
Food stored on floor. Water case stored on floor near by walk-in cooler.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Provided operator handwashing sign.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior of the hood soiled with grease.
Mar 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish over cooked beef in reach in cooler across from fryers. Operator moved cooked above raw.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef in walk in cooler. Operator moved raw beef above raw chicken.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board on reach in cooler in kitchen with buildup of food debris.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels in employees bathroom. Operator refilled towels.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign at outside bar.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in bottom of reach in cooler in kitchen across from fryer.
Sep 30, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Observed oyster tags stored out of order in zip llc bag on end of cook's line.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled on cook's line.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water faucet shut off at hand washing sink in men's bathroom by inside bar.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed no doors on entry to men and women's bathrooms by inside bar.
Jul 15, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority6 Intermediate2 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Observed oyster tags stored out of order in zip llc bag on end of cook's line.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled on cook's line.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink for employee bathroom.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no proof of any employee training.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with purple liquid unlabeled.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water faucet shut off at hand washing sink in men's bathroom by inside bar.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed no doors on entry to men and women's bathrooms by inside bar.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing signs in men and women bathrooms by inside bar. Observed employee leaving women's restroom.
Jul 11, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority6 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over ready to eat cole slaw in walk-in cooler.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw fish and raw ground beef stored over raw shrimp in reach in cooler on cook's line. Employee separated items properly.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed Cooked ribs in reach in cooler on cook's line date marked 06/29/2024. Operator stated that was the correct date item was placed in refrigeration. Operator discarded item.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 17-20 rodent droppings inside wood cabinet in the inside bar.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Milk (49F - Cold Holding); Cooked sausage (47F - Cold Holding); Pasteurized liquid eggs (49F - Cold Holding); Shredded cheese (50F - Cold Holding) stored in reach in cooler on cook's line overnight per Operator. Items discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed reach in cooler on cook's line Milk (49F - Cold Holding); Cooked sausage (47F - Cold Holding); Pasteurized liquid eggs (49F - Cold Holding); Shredded cheese (50F - Cold Holding). Per Operator items stored over night in cooler.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Observed oyster tags stored out of order in zip llc bag on end of cook's line.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled on cook's line.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink for employee bathroom.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no proof of any employee training.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with purple liquid unlabeled.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water faucet shut off at hand washing sink in men's bathroom by inside bar.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed no doors on entry to men and women's bathrooms by inside bar.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing signs in men and women bathrooms by inside bar. Observed employee leaving women's restroom.
Mar 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed operator place gloves on without washing hands. Educated operator on washing hands with soap and hot water prior to placing gloves on before initiating working with food. I did observe operator wash hands after we discussed proper handwashing.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw chicken (49F - Cold Holding); raw steak (48F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (49F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (49F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler in kitchen. The manager placed ice on all raw products.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. The operator placed soap and paper towels at handwashing sink beside cook line.
Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Emailed manager Oyster Consumer Advisory.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken wings and ribs not date marked in walk-in cooler.
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 No doors on bathrooms mens or women's.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed ambient temperature or reach-in cooler in kitchen 49F.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair.
Sep 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed tags not marked with last date served.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink on cook's line.
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. Operator completed printed copy during inspection.
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 metal trays wet nesting on wire shelf above three compartment sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen beef thawing at room temperature. Operator turned on running water over beef.
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