Estero — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Estero, Florida has 138 food establishments with 1,894 inspections on record. The pass rate is 97.4%, above the state average of 86%. 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 (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.

138Facilities
1,894Total Inspections
0Closures 2026
97.4%Pass Rate
3.6Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
9 Thai-sushi (#2; Self Served) 27 92 1
First Watch #0142 22 65 1
Subway #24574 17 45 1
Mamma Anna 31 260 0
Rusty's Raw Bar & Grill 29 258 0

Estero Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Estero 97.4% Pass Rate 97.4%
Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%
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 1.37 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.37

Estero Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Bubbakoo's Burritos 3 (1 high) Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Spring Run Golf Club Main Dining 3 Call Back - Complied
Wildcat Run G & Cc Main Dining Room 4 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Hyatt Place Fort Myers Estero 3 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Sospiri Italian Cafe and Gelato 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Estero Country Club at the Vines 2 Call Back - Complied
Spring Run Golf Club Main Dining 6 (1 high) Call Back - Extension given, pending
Place Cafe/marketplace 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Spring Run Golf Club Main Dining 15 (5 high) Warning Issued
Chops City Grill 2 Call Back - Complied

Estero Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

CodeViolationCitations
14 Food contact surfaces 18,991
23 Chemical properly stored 14,695
36 Proper ventilation 13,778
22 Consumer advisory 12,411
10 Approved food source 11,512

Estero Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

52Actions on Record
$17,620Total Fines
$345Avg Fine
$2,400Largest Fine
27Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Dec 22, 2025 Spring Run Golf Club Main Dining $250 7--2025069937

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 Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records

In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Estero has 23 FDACS-regulated facilities with 49 inspections on record and 2 stop-sale orders issued.

23Retail Facilities
49FDACS Inspections
2Stop-Sale Orders

Estero FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders

A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.

DateFacilityProductReason
Sprouts-farmers-market-392932 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending…
Sprouts-farmers-market-392932 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending…

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Estero FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

CodeViolationCitations
4-501.11 Equipment not maintained in good repair or condition; equipment component not 2
6-501.16 After use, mop not placed in a position that allows air-drying without soiling walls, 2
3-305.11 Food not stored at least 6 inches above the floor; in a clean, dry location; or food 2
6-501.12 Physical facilities not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean, or cleaning 2
3-602.11(C) Bulk food available for consumer self-dispensing is not prominently labeled in plain 1

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Estero Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
Publix 2 30 875
7-Eleven 1 84 2,422
Sprouts Farmers Market 1 17 205
Target 1 15 249
Starbucks 1 77 1,170

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Estero: Notable Restaurants

9 Thai-sushi (#2; Self Served)

Estero · Most Closures

27 inspections 92 violations 1 closures

First Watch #0142

Estero · Most Closures

22 inspections 65 violations 1 closures

Subway #24574

Estero · Most Closures

17 inspections 45 violations 1 closures

Yummy Yummy Asian Kitchen

Estero · Most Inspected

40 inspections 215 violations

China Gourmet

Estero · Most Inspected

35 inspections 185 violations

Flik International Corp

Estero · Most Inspected

34 inspections 106 violations

Estero: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Subway 3 132 1
Dunkin 3 65 0
Culvers 2 60 0
Arbys 1 91 0
Embassy Suites 1 164 0
Jersey Mikes 1 20 0
Moes Southwest Grill 1 74 0
Chipotle 1 25 0
Hyatt 1 65 0
Millers Ale House 1 2 0

Estero Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Estero?
Estero, Florida has 138 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 97.4%. The Florida state average is 86%.
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?
Subway has the most locations in Estero with 3 establishments.
How does Estero compare to the Florida state average?
Estero has a pass rate of 97.4%, which is 11.4 percentage points above the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 3.6 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in Estero?
Food establishments in Estero have an average of 13.7 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 $17,620 in fines across 52 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.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Estero inspected?
Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Estero, Florida has 23 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 49 inspections on record.
How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Estero?
FDACS has issued 2 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Estero. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.

In the News Estero

Estero Restaurants & Food Establishments (135)

Vw Publix 0614 FDACS Retail

21301 TAMIAMI TRAIL, Estero

FDACS Retail Food · Vended Water

Juice Society LLC FDACS Retail

8076 Mediterranean DR Ste 113, Estero

FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Food Shops

Fresh Monkee Swfl LLC FDACS Retail

8017 Plaza Del Lago Dr, Estero

FDACS Retail Food · Health Food Store w/FS

Lowe's Home Centers LLC # 2362 FDACS Retail

10070 TOWNS COMMONS PLACE, Estero

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF

Publix Super Markets INC. #1826 FDACS Retail

19050 Corkscrew Road, Estero

FDACS Retail Food · Supermarket

Sprouts Farmers Market FDACS Retail

19990 S Tamiami Trl, Estero

FDACS Retail Food · Supermarket

Chatime FDACS Retail

23111 Fashion DR Ste 103, Estero

FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Food Shops

Pastry Boutique of Florida LLC FDACS Retail

20451 S Tamiami Trail Unit 10, Estero

FDACS Retail Food · Wholesale Bakery

Big Deal Kitchen FDACS Retail

20451 S Tamiami Trl Ste 10, Estero

FDACS Retail Food · Other Perishable Processing

Ideal Nutrition FDACS Retail

22780 Via Villagio Suite 107, Estero

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with Perishables

41 Bagels FDACS Retail

20461 S Tamiami Trl Unit #20, Estero

FDACS Retail Food · Retail Bakery w/FS

Home Centric Store #326 FDACS Retail

8012 Mediterranean DR Ste 103, Estero

FDACS Retail Food · 152/Minor Outlet with Perishables

Publix Liquor Store # 0614 FDACS Retail

21301 S Tamiami Trl Ste 130, Estero

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF

Super Target # 2317 FDACS Retail

8040 Mediterranean DR, Estero

FDACS Retail Food · Supermarket

Chritmas Tree Shops FDACS Retail

8020 Mediterranean DR, Estero

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF