SEAGRASS SPORTS GRILL
18911 S TAMIAMI TRL STE 1, Fort Myers FL 33908 · 239-482-6024
Last inspected Mar 17, 2026 · 12 visits since October 2023
JUN 24
JAN 25
APR 25
SEP 25
MAR 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 22 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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. Provided operator with written procedures.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $620
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024059846 | Aug 26, 2024 | Feb 13, 2025 | $300 |
| 7--2024002377 | Dec 4, 2023 | Apr 18, 2024 | $320 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Mar 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed container of raw ground beef stored over container of ready to eat cheese. Operator switched containers.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
No running water at mop sink. Operator called technician.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Men's restroom toilet not flushing properly.
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Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.
Jan 8, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 1, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb behind establishment.
No hot running water at mop sink. Educated operator on importance of fixing mop sink.
No working mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed pipe broken underneath mop sink. Educated operator on fixing mop sink.
Sep 30, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed trays of raw chicken wings stored over raw ground beef.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed American cheese 49F cold hold, sliced tomato 45F cold hold, cut lettuce 49F cold hold, precooked ground beef 46F cold hold more than 4 hours in drawer reach in cooler at cook line. Stop Sale. Operator discarded foods.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb behind establishment.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed cloths stored in hand wash sink in kitchen.
No hot running water at mop sink. Educated operator on importance of fixing mop sink.
No working mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed pipe broken underneath mop sink. Educated operator on fixing mop sink.
Apr 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sour cream 60F cold hold more than 4 hours. Stop Sale. Operator discarded sour cream.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Microwave oven at bar. Educated operator on cleaning microwave oven daily.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink blocked by metal shelving at cook line. Operator removed shelving.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Educated operator on having closed receptacles in women's restroom.
No hot running water at mop sink. Educated operator on importance of fixing mop sink.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed pipe broken underneath mop sink. Educated operator on fixing mop sink.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.
Jan 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb next to mop sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Microwave oven.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Educated operator on having closed receptacles in women's restroom.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sink at bar.
No hot running water at mop sink.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed pipe broken underneath mop sink.
Aug 26, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Observed kitchen and bar being remodeled. Observed walk in cooler removed. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/.
Jun 27, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Observed kitchen and bar being remodeled. Observed walk in cooler removed. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/.
Non-service animals permitted in the premises of the establishment. Observed dog at side entrance to bar. Operator removed dog.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Educated operator on having closed receptacles in women's restroom.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Apr 30, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 28, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored by food items. Operator placed chemical on floor.
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.org) 866-372-7233. Educated operator on importance of food safety handler training.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Educated operator on having lids.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Dec 4, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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.
Oct 5, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority5 Intermediate9 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed chlorine concentration at 0 ppm. Operator added sanitizer. Rechecked concentration at 100 ppm.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Educated operator on proper hand wash procedure.
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed barehand contact with cheeseburger. Educated operator. Operator used deli paper.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with peppers in walk 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. Provided operator with written procedures.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink in kitchen. Operator placed paper towels at hand wash sink.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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.
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. Operator completed form before leaving inspection.
Accumulation of black/gray-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Bar.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Educated operator on having lid on trash containers in women's restroom.
Floor area in walk in cooler covered with standing water.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Bar.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sink in kitchen.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed cardboard box used to drain French fries. Educated operator to use deli paper.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Operator inverted containers.
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.