How many health inspections has TOMMY BAHAMA MARLIN BAR had?

TOMMY BAHAMA MARLIN BAR has had 21 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has TOMMY BAHAMA MARLIN BAR ever been shut down?

No, TOMMY BAHAMA MARLIN BAR has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at TOMMY BAHAMA MARLIN BAR?

The most frequently cited violations at TOMMY BAHAMA MARLIN BAR are: Clean multi-use utensils, Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting.

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

TECHNIQUE FAILURE: Improper handwashing technique leaves pathogens on hands even when a handwashing attempt is made. Studies show 95% of people wash hands incorrectly — most don't scrub for 20 seconds or miss fingertips, thumbs, and between fingers. Incomplete washing creates a false sense of security while still transferring E. coli, Norovirus, and Salmonella to food. Correct technique requires: wet hands with clean warm water, apply soap, lather and scrub for 20+ seconds covering all surfaces including fingertips/nails/between fingers/back of hands, rinse thoroughly, dry with single-use towel. Use towel to turn off faucet. Do NOT use hand sanitizer as substitute for handwashing.

What does Florida violation V09 (No contamination) mean?

ADULTERATION HAZARD: Food contaminated by chemicals (sanitizers, cleaners, pesticides), physical hazards (glass, metal, bandages), or biological agents (bacteria, viruses, parasites) can cause acute poisoning, choking, injury, or severe foodborne illness. Chemical contamination can cause burns to mouth/throat. Foreign objects cause choking, broken teeth, and lacerations. Protect food from ALL contamination sources. Store chemicals below and away from food. Use food-grade containers only. Inspect food upon receipt and before preparation. Maintain clean equipment and work surfaces. Cover food during storage. Separate raw from ready-to-eat. Remove contaminated food immediately — do not serve.

TOMMY BAHAMA MARLIN BAR

23150 FASHION DR #101, Estero, FL 33928

Lee County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: TOMMY BAHAMA R&R HOLDINGS INC · License: SEA4606982

TOMMY BAHAMA MARLIN BAR in Estero, FL has 21 inspections on record with 79 total violations (3.8 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

21Inspections

79Violations

0Closures

Data current as of April 10, 2025

Inspection History (21)

Apr 10, 2025 — Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V09 No contamination

Dec 18, 2024 — Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Dec 10, 2024 — Complaint Full· 2 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

Jul 17, 2024 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Jan 18, 2024 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V42 Equipment condition

Aug 3, 2023 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

May 4, 2023 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Feb 1, 2023 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V10 Approved food source

V11 Food in good condition

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Dec 12, 2021 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V12 Shell stock requirements

Aug 4, 2021 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Dec 8, 2020 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Aug 5, 2020 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Feb 13, 2020 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Oct 19, 2019 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Feb 20, 2019 — Complaint Full· 8 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Jan 11, 2019 — Routine - Food· 7 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V41 Toilet facilities

Jan 18, 2018 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Jan 17, 2018 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Dec 30, 2016 — Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Dec 28, 2016 — Complaint Full· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

Nov 15, 2016 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

How Does This Facility Compare?

TOMMY BAHAMA MARLIN BAR has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Lee County average of 0.07 closures per facility. It has averaged 3.8 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 2.72.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has TOMMY BAHAMA MARLIN BAR had?: TOMMY BAHAMA MARLIN BAR has had 21 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has TOMMY BAHAMA MARLIN BAR ever been shut down?: No, TOMMY BAHAMA MARLIN BAR has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at TOMMY BAHAMA MARLIN BAR?: The most frequently cited violations at TOMMY BAHAMA MARLIN BAR are: Clean multi-use utensils, Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting.

Nearby Establishments

RUTH CHRIS STEAKHOUSE

23151 FASHION DR STE 101, Estero

18 inspections · 59 violations

Last inspected: Feb 11, 2025

PJK NEIGHBORHOOD CHINESE RESTAURANT

23151 VILLAGE SHOPS WAY STE 109, Estero

17 inspections · 121 violations

Last inspected: Apr 2, 2025

SOSPIRI ITALIAN CAFE AND GELATO

23151 VILLAGE SHOPS WAY STE 113, Estero

11 inspections · 23 violations

Last inspected: Oct 29, 2024

DIVIETO RISTORANTE ESTERO

23161 VILLAGE SHOPS WAY, STE 101, Estero

19 inspections · 114 violations

Last inspected: Apr 21, 2025

Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

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.

Professional Review: All content undergoes standards and compliance oversight by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal, using professional regulatory data auditing protocols.

Last verified: April 10, 2025 | Our methodology | Editorial standards | Report an error

This page is maintained by FloridaFoodSafety.org and is not affiliated with TOMMY BAHAMA MARLIN BAR.