RIB CITY
13908 ST RD 80, Fort Myers FL 33905 · 239-275-6700
Last inspected Apr 28, 2026 · 6 visits since February 2024
MAY 24
NOV 24
APR 25
JAN 26
APR 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 10 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken 55F and cooked sausage 54F at Reach in Cooler next to grill at cookline. Operator placed in Display Cooler Unit to cool to 41F or below.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2016033067 | Jun 23, 2016 | Aug 11, 2016 | $800 |
| 7--2016020838 | Apr 7, 2016 | May 18, 2016 | $400 |
| 7--2015021449 | Apr 27, 2015 | Jun 2, 2015 | $400 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Apr 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with clear liquid no label by keg fridge. Operator labeled bottle sanitizer.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign at hand washing sink end of cook line by soda rack. Operator hung a hand washing sign during inspection.
Open dumpster lid. Operator closed lids.
Jan 5, 2026Inspection 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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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink across from dish table. Operator refilled.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed cook wearing watch preparing food on cook's line.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed ice machine with damaged interior bin.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign at hand washing sink at end of cook's line next to soda syrup rack.
Apr 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with clear liquid inside on keg cooler at wait station. Operator labeled bottle.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed stained ceiling tiles over cook's line.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed missing light covers for fluorescent lighting over cook's line.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old label stuck to clean plastic cambro on she F across from dishwasher.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee drink in reach in freezer at end of cook's line. Operator removed drink.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on prep table next to dish table.
Nov 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. Observed 1 #10 can of ketchup on can shelf with deep dents. Operator discarded can. See stop sale.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink by dishwasher. Operator refilled.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance inside ice bin. Operator cleaned bin during inspection and sanitized.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light shield missing over cook's line.
Open dumpster lid. Operator closed lid.
May 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink in smoker area next to manager office. Operator refilled during inspection.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filters dated 05/18/2022 connected to soda fountain and iced tea machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed buildup of dust around ceiling vent and tiles over cook's line.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed deep grooved cutting boards on cook's line.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee preparing food on cook's line wearing a watch.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of pork shoulder stored on floor of walk-in freezer. Operator moved case to a shelf.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light shield missing for fluorescent lights over cook's line.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Open dumpster lid. Operator closed lid.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed uncovered coffee filters next to iced tea machine in wait station.
Feb 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish and shrimp behind cooked bacon at Make Table across cookline Reach in Freezer. Operator placed cooked bacon bits behind raw food items.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken 55F and cooked sausage 54F at Reach in Cooler next to grill at cookline. Operator placed in Display Cooler Unit to cool to 41F or below.
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 multiple milk gallons not date marked at Display Cooler Unit. Operator date marked the food item.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener holder.
No chlorine/quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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. Observed documents incomplete. Operator completed during inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board at wait station make table.
Equipment in poor repair.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven with buildup of grease and food debris across from cookline.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Open dumpster lid.
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.