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RUSH INN BAR & GRILLE

10801 CORKSCREW RD #428, Estero FL 33928 · 216-469-3442

Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats197
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA4607292
Grade history
MAR 25
JUL 25
SEP 25
MAR 26
AUG 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 13 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
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. Observed no plan for cleanup of bodily fluids. Emailed form Clean up HR 5030-104.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
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Inspection history

9 visits, newest first

Aug 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black substance on the interior of ice machine chute bin, operator cleaned during the inspection.
Basic/22-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed restroom doors not tightly closing.
Basic/32-04-4/Repeat Violation
Equipment in poor repair. Observed the gasket on the reach in freezer on the cookline torn, operator has replacement gasket on hand.
Basic/14-11-5/Corrective Action Taken
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in gaskets in the kitchen and at the bar soiled with food residue.
Basic/23-03-4
Mar 4, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed turkey (46F - Cold Holding); roast beef (45F - Cold Holding); turkey (46F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The manager moved all deli meat into walk-in cooler.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Basic/16-23-4
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed bathroom doors not tight fitting.
Basic/32-04-4
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 reach-in cooler across from cook line ambient temperature 45F.
Basic/14-74-7
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. The manager removed tongs from oven door.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. The manager is having microwave on cook line cleaned.
Basic/22-08-4/Corrective Action Taken
Sep 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test strips for either chlorine or quaternary sanitizer.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Repeat Violation
Jul 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Observed operator merit hash chlorine's test strips or quaternary test strips.
Intermediate/16-33-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed buildup of food debris on can opener blade, operator cleaned.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed not all employees have food handler training.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black substance on interior of ice bin, operator cleaned during inspection.
Basic/22-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on bar reach in coolers with black substance. Observatory cleaned during inspection.
Basic/23-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Mar 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 21, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed cart in front of hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink. Operator moved cart.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning/Return visit May 20, 2024 · Observed cart on front of hand wash sink next to dish washing machine. Time Extended/Return visit May 21, 2024 · Observed cart in front of hand wash sink next to dish washing machine. Time Extended
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for chlorine at time of inspection.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 20, 2024 · Observed no test kit for measuring sanitizing solution at dish-machine. Time Extended/Return visit May 21, 2024 · Observed no chemical test kit for checking sanitizer levels. Time Extended
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. Observed all food handler training was expired for employees.
Intermediate/53B-05-5/Warning/Return visit May 20, 2024 · Observed employer has some training completed. Time Extended/Return visit May 21, 2024 · Observed employer has some training completed. Time Extended
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at hand wash sink next to dishwashing machine.
Intermediate/27-16-5/Warning/Return visit May 20, 2024 · Observed no water at hand wash sink next to dishwashing machine. Time Extended/Return visit May 21, 2024 · Observed no water at hand wash sink next to dishwashing machine Time Extended
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed all bathrooms door not self closing.
Basic/32-04-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 20, 2024 · Observed all bathroom doors not self closing. Time Extended/Return visit May 21, 2024 · Observed all bathroom doors not self closing. Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents soiled with grease and dust like substance.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning/Return visit May 20, 2024 · Observed ceiling tile, lights, and vents soiled with Grease and food debris. Time Extended/Return visit May 21, 2024 · Observed ceiling tile, lights, and vents soiled with Grease and food debris. Time Extended
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed open rimmed, non lidded beverages on food preparation tables in the kitchen.
Basic/12B-02-4/Warning/Return visit May 20, 2024 · Observed un lidded bottle of water half drinken on prep table next to employee. Time Extended/Return visit May 21, 2024 · Observed employee drink on prep table with no lid. Time Extended
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets on reach in standup refrigerator across from warehouse washing machine torn, and gaskets on reach in coolers on the cookline torn.
Basic/14-11-5/Warning/Return visit May 20, 2024 · Observed gaskets on the cook-line on the reach in coolers torn. Time Extended/Return visit May 21, 2024 · Observed gaskets torn. Time Extended
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometers in any cold holding unit.
Basic/05-09-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 20, 2024 · Observed no ambient air thermometers in reach in coolers. Time Extended/Return visit May 21, 2024 · Observed no ambient thermometers in reach in units. Time Extended
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed buildup of food debris on wall in kitchen on the cook line, in the ware washing area, and by the rear exit door.
Basic/36-27-5/Warning/Return visit May 20, 2024 · Observed wall soiled in perimeter of kitchen of kitchen, on cookline by rear exit door, and in warewashing area. Time Extended/Return visit May 21, 2024 · Observed wall soiled in perimeter of kitchen of kitchen, on cookline by rear exit door, and in warewashing area. Time Extended
May 20, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 19 violations recorded.

0 High priority10 Intermediate9 Basic
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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. Observed no plan for cleanup of bodily fluids. Emailed form Clean up HR 5030-104.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning/Return visit May 20, 2024 · Time Extended
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed build up of food debris on can opener blade.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 20, 2024 · Observed buildup of food debris on can opener blade. Time Extended
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed cart in front of hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink. Operator moved cart.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning/Return visit May 20, 2024 · Observed cart on front of hand wash sink next to dish washing machine. Time Extended
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for chlorine at time of inspection.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 20, 2024 · Observed no test kit for measuring sanitizing solution at dish-machine. Time Extended
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed no food manager present with 6 employees present.
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Warning/Return visit May 20, 2024 · Observed no CFM ON duty 7 employees present. Admin Complaint
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink on the cookline.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Warning/Return visit May 20, 2024 · Observed no towels at hand wash sink on cook line or at hand wash sink next to dishwashing machine. Time Extended
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 no proof of employee reporting illness emailed form Employee reporting HR 5030-103
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken/Warning/Return visit May 20, 2024 · Time Extended
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink on the cook line.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Warning/Return visit May 20, 2024 · Observed soap at hand wash sink on cook line, no towels present. Time Extended
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. Observed all food handler training was expired for employees.
Intermediate/53B-05-5/Warning/Return visit May 20, 2024 · Observed employer has some training completed. Time Extended
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at hand wash sink next to dishwashing machine.
Intermediate/27-16-5/Warning/Return visit May 20, 2024 · Observed no water at hand wash sink next to dishwashing machine. Time Extended
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed brown slime like substance on the interior of the ice machine bin.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 20, 2024 · Observed black mold like substance inside ice machine on the kitchen across from the 3 compartment sink. Time Extended
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed all bathrooms door not self closing.
Basic/32-04-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 20, 2024 · Observed all bathroom doors not self closing. Time Extended
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed build up of food debris on reach in cooler door handles.
Basic/23-24-4/Warning/Return visit May 20, 2024 · Observed build up of food debris on reach in door handles. Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents soiled with grease and dust like substance.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning/Return visit May 20, 2024 · Observed ceiling tile, lights, and vents soiled with Grease and food debris. Time Extended
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed open rimmed, non lidded beverages on food preparation tables in the kitchen.
Basic/12B-02-4/Warning/Return visit May 20, 2024 · Observed un lidded bottle of water half drinken on prep table next to employee. Time Extended
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets on reach in standup refrigerator across from warehouse washing machine torn, and gaskets on reach in coolers on the cookline torn.
Basic/14-11-5/Warning/Return visit May 20, 2024 · Observed gaskets on the cook-line on the reach in coolers torn. Time Extended
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster visible in the restaurant emailed form Choking handout HR 5030-105.
Basic/51-13-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning/Return visit May 20, 2024 · Time Extended
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometers in any cold holding unit.
Basic/05-09-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 20, 2024 · Observed no ambient air thermometers in reach in coolers. Time Extended
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed buildup of food debris on wall in kitchen on the cook line, in the ware washing area, and by the rear exit door.
Basic/36-27-5/Warning/Return visit May 20, 2024 · Observed wall soiled in perimeter of kitchen of kitchen, on cookline by rear exit door, and in warewashing area. Time Extended
Mar 20, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 22 recorded.

0 High priority11 Intermediate11 Basic
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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. Observed no plan for cleanup of bodily fluids. Emailed form Clean up HR 5030-104.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed build up of food debris on can opener blade.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed cart in front of hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink. Operator moved cart.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for chlorine at time of inspection.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Repeat Violation/Warning
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed no food manager present with 6 employees present.
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink on the cookline.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Warning
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 no proof of employee reporting illness emailed form Employee reporting HR 5030-103
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink on the cook line.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Warning
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. Observed all food handler training was expired for employees.
Intermediate/53B-05-5/Warning
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle on prep table, operator moved spray bottle.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Warning
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at hand wash sink next to dishwashing machine.
Intermediate/27-16-5/Warning
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed brown slime like substance on the interior of the ice machine bin.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed all bathrooms door not self closing.
Basic/32-04-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed build up of food debris on reach in cooler door handles.
Basic/23-24-4/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents soiled with grease and dust like substance.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed open rimmed, non lidded beverages on food preparation tables in the kitchen.
Basic/12B-02-4/Warning
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food with no hair protection.
Basic/13-03-4/Warning
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets on reach in standup refrigerator across from warehouse washing machine torn, and gaskets on reach in coolers on the cookline torn.
Basic/14-11-5/Warning
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.Observed tongs on the cook line stored on oven door handle.
Basic/10-20-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster visible in the restaurant emailed form Choking handout HR 5030-105.
Basic/51-13-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometers in any cold holding unit.
Basic/05-09-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed buildup of food debris on wall in kitchen on the cook line, in the ware washing area, and by the rear exit door.
Basic/36-27-5/Warning
Sep 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed black mold like substance on ice machine chute.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.no chemical test kit for chlorine at time of inspection.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Repeat Violation
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink on cookline.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Repeat Violation
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed ladies room door not self closing.
Basic/32-04-4/Repeat Violation
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven door handle. Operator moved tongs.
Basic/10-20-4/Repeat Violation
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. No ambient thermometer easily visible in reach in cooler.
Basic/05-09-4
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls in kitchen soiled with food debris.
Basic/36-27-5

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