Fish Tale Grill by Merrick Seafood in Cape Coral
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1229 Se 47 Ter, Cape Coral, FL 33904Fish Tale Grill by Merrick Seafood in Cape Coral has accumulated 65 violations across 6 inspections since March 2024, averaging 10.8 violations per inspection—more than double the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been cited in all inspections, with employee health reporting violations appearing in four of the six inspections and recurring issues with consumer advisories, chemical storage, allergen awareness, and time-temperature control of potentially hazardous foods. The facility has not been emergency-closed. On January 22, 2026, an inspector issued a warning after finding 36 violations including deficiencies in employee health reporting, food contact surfaces, consumer advisory requirements, chemical storage, and allergen awareness. The facility received a call back inspection the next day (January 23, 2026) which documented full compliance with zero violations.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Fish Tale Grill by Merrick Seafood in Cape Coral: Comparison to Lee County Averages
Fish Tale Grill by Merrick Seafood in Cape Coral: Full Inspection History — DBPR (6)
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections24 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Fish Tale Grill by Merrick Seafood in Cape Coral: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Fish Tale Grill by Merrick Seafood in Cape Coral last inspected?
- Fish Tale Grill by Merrick Seafood in Cape Coral was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 23, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Fish Tale Grill by Merrick Seafood in Cape Coral?
- The most frequently cited violations at Fish Tale Grill by Merrick Seafood in Cape Coral are: Clean multi-use utensils, Approved food source, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Fish Tale Grill by Merrick Seafood in Cape Coral had?
- Fish Tale Grill by Merrick Seafood in Cape Coral has had 6 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Fish Tale Grill by Merrick Seafood in Cape Coral find?
- Fish Tale Grill by Merrick Seafood in Cape Coral was most recently inspected on January 23, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Fish Tale Grill by Merrick Seafood in Cape Coral ever been shut down?
- No, Fish Tale Grill by Merrick Seafood in Cape Coral has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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