RJ'S
1475 N TAMIAMI TRAIL, N Ft Myers FL 33903 · 239.997.9600
Last inspected Apr 3, 2026 · 11 visits since September 2023
MAY 24
OCT 24
APR 25
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APR 26
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5 inspections trending up, 40 points better than where it started.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Apr 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed ready to eat chili date marked 03/21 and exceeds 7 days after opening in reach in cooler other side of cook line. Operator discarded chili.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance inside ice bin.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in freezers in room across from cook line.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light bulb in walk in cooler no shield.
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Open dumpster lid.
Sep 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food on cook's line without a hair restraint.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed buildup of ice in white standup reach in freezer in room off of kitchen.
Open dumpster lid.
Apr 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed Raw ground beef over butter in walk in cooler. Operator moved beef to lower shelf.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed inside of ice machine with black mold like substance.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling fan blades by dishwasher area with buildup of dust.
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of whole onions stored on floor of walk in cooler.
Open dumpster lid.
Oct 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw ground beef over sliced ready to eat deli ham in reach in cooler. Operator moved ham above raw ground beef.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed cracked and broken gaskets in reach in freezer in room behind ice machine.
Open dumpster lid.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed open employee beverage in reach in freezer at end of cook's line. Employee removed beverage.
Jul 3, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Missing partition and/or door for bathroom with more than 1 toilet facility.
May 23, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Missing partition and/or door for bathroom with more than 1 toilet facility.
May 16, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Wash solution in spray type hot water sanitizing dishmachine not reaching proper temperature according to manufacturer's specifications.
Missing partition and/or door for bathroom with more than 1 toilet facility.
May 10, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Wash solution in spray type hot water sanitizing dishmachine not reaching proper temperature according to manufacturer's specifications.
Missing partition and/or door for bathroom with more than 1 toilet facility.
Open dumpster lid.
May 9, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
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Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed spray hose at three compartment sink was below the fill line.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed reach in freezer in locked storage area back of building door was left open overnight Cooked meatballs (67F - Cold Holding); Raw bacon (57F - Cold Holding); Hash browns (47F - Cold Holding).
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed reach in freezer in locked storage area back of building door was left open overnight Cooked meatballs (67F - Cold Holding); Raw bacon (57F - Cold Holding); Hash browns (47F - Cold Holding)
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bartender using hand washing sink as dump sink. Discussed not using hand washing sink for that purpose.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed prepared coleslaw made yesterday per the manager in walk-in cooler no date mark.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed hand washing sink by cook's line not dispensing soap. Operator stated you can manually press button under electric dispenser to get soap.
Wash solution in spray type hot water sanitizing dishmachine not reaching proper temperature according to manufacturer's specifications.
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of potatoes stored on floor of walk-in cooler.
Missing partition and/or door for bathroom with more than 1 toilet facility.
Open dumpster lid.
Time/temperature control for safety food not maintained frozen solid in a freezer. Observed reach in freezer door left ajar overnight in back storage area, see stop sale.
Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed bar stool blocking fire exit by men's restroom. Operator moved chair.
Mar 11, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw ground beef over produce red potatoes in walk-in cooler.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair.
Sep 21, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate5 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 kitchen area. Operator refilled towels.
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.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed dispenser battery is dead. Unable to dispense soap at hand washing sink in kitchen.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance inside ice bin of ice machine in kitchen area.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers on plastic shelves across from dishwasher wet nesting.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light covers missing for fluorescent bulbs over cook's line.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign in men's bathroom.
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.