STEAK N SHAKE
8950 COLONIAL CENTER DR, Fort Myers FL 33905 · 2392621039
Last inspected Aug 6, 2026 · 6 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections within 11 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12/01/2024.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $360
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2018064394 | Nov 30, 2018 | Jan 18, 2019 | $200 |
| 7--2016035550 | Jul 7, 2016 | Aug 11, 2016 | $160 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Aug 6, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed buildup of food debris on mounted Nemco slicer. Prep table kitchen area.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed person in charge is lacking proof of food manager certification. Sherman Ferguson manager on duty.
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 5 employees engaged in food preparation / handling during inspection with no currently certified food manager present.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand washing sink outside manager office.
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Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towels unable to dispense at auto paper towel feeder at front counter next to hand washing sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed buildup of food debris in bottom of stand up double door reach in cooler on cook line.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old label on clean metal container on shelf above three compartment sink.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed paper Togo trays not inverted on cook line. Operator inverted during inspection.
Dec 17, 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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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12/01/2025. Establishment is open, operating and serving the public.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Manager on duty certificate is expired. Sherman Ferguson.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee preparing food while wearing rubber or nylon bracelets.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign at hand washing sink at front counter.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed French fry paper to go containers and sandwich boxes not inverted on cooks line. Operator inverted items during inspection.
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Observed floor drains by ice machine and mop sink backed up with standing water. Operator stated work order has been placed for drains to be cleared.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on counter on cook's line. Operator placed in sanitizer bucket.
Jul 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dishwasher chlorine at 0ppm. Operator refilled chemicals. Dishwasher now reads chlorine 100 ppm.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink at drive through area and next to walk in cooler.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign by hand washing sink at front counter.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed paper single service to go containers for fries not stored inverted by fry station.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in reach in cooler across from flat top.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on counter at shake station not stored in sanitizer.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed fire extinguisher outside restroom area gauge in red.
Jan 16, 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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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12/01/2024.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed buildup of ice in walk in freezer covering fan covers.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clean metal pans over three compartment sink area.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed paper to go containers not inverted on cook's line next to fry station.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on counter next to steam table.
Jul 26, 2024Inspection 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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Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Observed hand washing sink in men's bathroom handicap stall with very low water pressure.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels ar hand washing sink by drive thru. Operator refilled.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand washing sink by drive thru window.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a bracelet while preparing food on cook's line.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers wet nesting in dishwasher area on shelf next to dishwasher.
Ice buildup in walk-in cooler. Observed large buildup of ice behind fans in walk in cooler.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed pipe leaking under hand washing sink at front counter.
Jul 27, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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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.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator form DBPR HR 5030-105 via email.
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.