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. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
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 (7)
— 3 inspections23 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections24 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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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 September 23, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- 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, Consumer advisory, Approved food source.
- 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 7 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 11.1 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 September 23, 2026 with 13 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
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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).
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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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