Estero — Food Safety Records

Overview

Estero, Florida has 119 food establishments with 1,985 inspections on record. The pass rate is 97.5%, above the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 3.6 violations per visit.

Largest fine: $250 assessed to Spring Run Golf Club Main Dining in Estero on December 22, 2025.

Data from Florida DBPR. Updated September 2026.

119Facilities
1,985Inspections
0Closures 2026
97.5%Pass Rate
3.6Avg Violations

Estero Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Estero 97.5% Pass Rate 97.5%
Florida Average 85.7% Pass Rate 85.7%
Estero 3.6 Avg Violations / Inspection 3.6
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Estero 0 Closures per 100 Facilities 0
Florida Average 1.96 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.96

Estero Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Corkscrew Shores Masters Captains Club 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Verdana Village Cafe 1 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Verdana Village Restaurant 2 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Fresh Catch Inland 11 (2 high) Warning Issued
Ruth Chris Steakhouse 3 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar 4 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Moes Southwest Grill #599 3 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Cheesecake Factory 4 (3 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Estero Country Club at the Vines 4 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Ristorante Farfalla 2 Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Estero Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Estero Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

49Actions on Record
$16,560Total Fines
$345Avg Fine
$2,400Largest Fine
25Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Dec 22, 2025 Spring Run Golf Club Main Dining $250 7--2025069937
Jun 10, 2026 Springhill Suites by Marriott Fort Myers / Estero $160 7--2026018399

Estero Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

17Fire Violations
14Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Exit blocked or locked 5
Propane tank stored inside building 4
Fire extinguisher in red zone 3
Missing boiler certificate/report 3
Other fire safety violation 2

Estero: Notable Restaurants

Estero: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Dunkin 3 66 0
Subway 3 135 1
Culvers 2 60 0
Chipotle 1 26 0
Hyatt 1 65 0
Millers Ale House 1 7 0
Springhill Suites 1 24 0
Wendys 1 93 0
Chicken Salad Chick 1 10 0
Duffys Sports Grill 1 60 0

Estero Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Estero?
Estero, Florida has 119 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Estero?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Estero is 97.5%. The Florida state average is 85.7%.
What are the most common health violations in Estero?
The most frequently cited violations in Estero are: Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored, Proper ventilation.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Estero?
Dunkin has the most locations in Estero with 3 establishments.
How does Estero compare to the Florida state average?
Estero has a pass rate of 97.5%, which is 11.8 percentage points above the state average of 85.7%. The average violations per inspection is 3.6 compared to the state average of 4.68.
How often are restaurants inspected in Estero?
Food establishments in Estero have an average of 16.7 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Estero been assessed?
Food establishments in Estero have been assessed $16,560 in fines across 49 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $345 and the largest single fine was $2,400.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Estero restaurants?
17 fire safety violations have been documented across 14 food establishments in Estero. The most common issue is exit blocked or locked.

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Estero Restaurants & Food Establishments (117)

Culver's

10301 CORKSCREW RD, Estero

19 inspections · 55 violations · Last: Jul 2026

Le Macaron

10801 CORKSCREW RD STE 183, Estero

21 inspections · 54 violations · Last: Jan 2026

3 Pepper Burrito

20321 GRANDE OAKS BLVD STE 304, Estero

19 inspections · 54 violations · Last: Jul 2026

Bogey's

11481 GRANDE OAK BLVD, Estero

21 inspections · 53 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Ristorante Farfalla

21301 TAMIAMI TRL STE 460, Estero

16 inspections · 53 violations · Last: Sep 2026

McDonalds #24718

20310 GRAND OAKS SHOPPES BLVD, Estero

18 inspections · 52 violations · Last: Aug 2026

Towneplace Suites Estero

23161 VIA COCONUT POINT, Estero

16 inspections · 47 violations · Last: Feb 2026

El Gaucho Deli Cafe

22905 LYDEN DR, Estero

11 inspections · 46 violations · Last: Aug 2026

Tacos on the Road

10351 CORKSCREW RD, Estero

11 inspections · 39 violations · Last: Aug 2026

Niblick Inn

4611 WEST BAY BLVD, Estero

17 inspections · 38 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Wildcat Run Golf and Country Club

20300 COUNTRY CLUB DR, Estero

12 inspections · 37 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Bubbakoos Burritos

10151 ESTERO TOWN COMMONS, Estero

10 inspections · 35 violations · Last: May 2026

Villagio at Estero Cafe Verona

20101 ESTERO GARDENS CIR #101, Estero

15 inspections · 33 violations · Last: Aug 2026

Subway

19975 S. TAMIAMI TRAIL, Estero

18 inspections · 31 violations · Last: Aug 2026

Bistro

10800 CORKSCREW RD STE# 140, Estero

16 inspections · 31 violations · Last: Aug 2026

Compass One LLC

8501 WILLIAMS RD 3RD FL, Estero

20 inspections · 31 violations · Last: Jul 2026

Hertz Arena Breakaway Pub Bud Terrace

11000 EVERBLADES PKWY, Estero

19 inspections · 30 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Aqua Cafe

4600 W BAY BLVD, Estero

11 inspections · 29 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Banh Mi & Tea Estero

10801 CORKSCREW RD STE 323, Estero

6 inspections · 29 violations · Last: Mar 2026

River Club

4788 PELICAN SOUND BLVD, Estero

13 inspections · 28 violations · Last: May 2026