SIDELINES SPORTS BAR & GRILL
4451 VERONICA SHOEMAKER BLVD, Fort Myers FL 33916 · 239-939-3003
Last inspected Jan 9, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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 cook handle cooked bacon with bare hand.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2019030102 | Apr 30, 2019 | Jul 9, 2019 | $200 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jan 9, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Multiple ceiling tiles not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Multiple ceiling tiles shows damage throughout kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood soiled with grease.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jan 8, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer 00ppm, not at proper minimum strength. Operator discontinued use of dishmachine for sanitizing and started setting up triple sink until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.
Open, operating and serving to public with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license; 12/01/25.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. In reach-in cooler near dishmachine; cooked rice (60F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (61F - Cold Holding); Cole slaw (59F - Cold Holding); shredded lettuce (60F - Cold Holding). Per operator and date marked all items stored in reach-in cooler for more than 24 hours. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach-in cooler near dishmachine; cooked rice (60F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (61F - Cold Holding); Cole slaw (59F - Cold Holding); shredded lettuce (60F - Cold Holding). Per operator and date marked all items stored in reach-in cooler for more than 24 hours. See stop sale.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Painting spray bottles and containers stored above clean containers. Operator removed all painting spray bottles and containers to proper storage.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Bar floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under equipments.
Multiple ceiling tiles not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Multiple ceiling tiles shows damage throughout kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood soiled with grease.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Aug 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach-in cooler at cook line; Raw chicken stored over cooked chicken. Operator removed raw chicken to bottom shelf.
Toxic substance/chemical spray bottle stored above bread container at cook line. Operator moved spray bottle to proper storage.
No soap provided at handwash sink at bar. Operator provided soap.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured at kitchen exit.
Multiple ceiling tiles not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Jul 22, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 21, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. 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 an the manager on duty that was hired more then 30 days ago and has not be certified.
Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed a hand wash sink has been removed in the kitchen area.
Mar 13, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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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 cook handle cooked bacon with bare hand.
Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. 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 an the manager on duty that was hired more then 30 days ago and has not be certified.
Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed a hand wash sink has been removed in the kitchen area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a cell phone on prep area.
Mar 4, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed a cook fail to wash hands before putting gloves on.
Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed dish washer handle dirty dishes and handled clean dish tub.
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 cook handle cooked bacon with bare hand.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed a home use pesticide in the restaurant.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pasta 56F, Cold holding. Per the operator had been there less than four hours. Operator moved to reach in cooler.
Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. 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 an the manager on duty that was hired more then 30 days ago and has not be certified.
Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed a hand wash sink has been removed in the kitchen area.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed a hand wash sink has been removed at the bar.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a sanitizer bucket in the hand wash sink in the prep area.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the hand wash sink in the prep area.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at the hand wash at the bar area. Operator at turned on the hot water.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold like substance on the chute of the ice machine in the dish area.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed a mahi in the walk in cooler not removed from the package.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a cell phone on prep area.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed a cook with no beard guard
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed a cook with no hair restraint while preparing food.
Sep 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw ground beef over raw seafood in lowboy drawers at make table across from grille. Operator moved raw ground beef below raw seafood.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer blade guard with dried food debris.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed white spray bottle unlabeled with blue liquid inside hanging next to drying mops in dish area next to three compartment sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance inside ice machine in dish room.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tile in dry storage area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed stained ceiling tiles in kitchen above exposed line and in prep area.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food without a hair restraint. Employee put on head bandana during inspection.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign by hand washing sink across from dishwasher.
Mar 8, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate3 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw ground beef over pork at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food item.
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 the written procedure.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer blade at prep area table.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. The manager arrived during inspection and showed their food safety manager certificate. Shannon Nester, 08/19/2022.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at prep area handwash sink. Operator placed paper towels at handwash sink.
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 the form.
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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed at dry storage area.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle touching flour at prep area container.
Sep 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12/01/2022. Operator paid license during inspection. Verified through inspection app.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed sanitizer bucket in hand washing sink in prep area. Operator removed from sink.
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 a printed copy during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile damaged in prep area.
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