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1249 ESTERO BLVD, Fort Myers Beach FL 33931 · 239 463-5505
Last inspected Mar 2, 2026 · 2 visits since November 2025
NOV 25
MAR 26
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2026028163 | Mar 2, 2026 | May 14, 2026 | $400 |
Inspection history
2 visits, newest first
Mar 2, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded.
0 High priority8 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
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/ Sergio Ramirez certified on 06-26-2020 and expired on 06-26-2025
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand washing sink behind bar used as dump sink.
Identity of food or food product misrepresented. Operator has Gulf Shrimp listed on the menu yet the product sold is Farm Raised shrimp and county of origin in Ecuador.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Ahi Tuna Nachos not designates as containing raw tuna. Operator began reprinting menu during inspection.
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operator can only provide proof of training for two employees of over 100 employees.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Behind bar. Observed operator correct violations in order to meet inspection standards.
Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Emailed operator DBPR Form HR 5025-131 and it was printed and posted during the inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at mop sink.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Ramekin used as scoop in container strawberry whipped cream. Observed operator correct violations in order to meet inspection standards.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Forks and knives not stored inverted. Observed operator correct violations in order to meet inspection standards.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on shelf with clean and sanitized bowls in dish room.
Nov 6, 2025Inspection 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 chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No test kits available for chlorine and quaternary sanitizers.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women'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.