When was Whale in Fort Myers Beach last inspected?

Whale in Fort Myers Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 2, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.

What are the most common violations at Whale in Fort Myers Beach?

The most frequently cited violations at Whale in Fort Myers Beach are: Employee health policy, Outer openings protected, Clean multi-use utensils.

How many health inspections has Whale in Fort Myers Beach had?

Whale in Fort Myers Beach has had 2 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.

What did the most recent inspection of Whale in Fort Myers Beach find?

Whale in Fort Myers Beach was most recently inspected on March 2, 2026 with 11 violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.

Has Whale in Fort Myers Beach ever been shut down?

No, Whale in Fort Myers Beach 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 V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?

Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.

What does Florida violation V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?

Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.

Whale in Fort Myers Beach

Last inspected: March 2, 2026

1249 Estero Blvd, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931

Lee County · Permanent Food Service
Owner: Beached Whale INC
DBPR License: SEA4608001

Overview

Whale in Fort Myers Beach accumulated 24 violations across a complaint-driven inspection on March 2, 2026, including 6 high-priority findings: three instances of employee health policy violations, two food contact surface violations, and one toxic substance control violation. The facility had previously received a routine licensing inspection on November 6, 2025 that documented three high-priority proper cooking temperature violations and resulted in no further action. The March 2026 inspection prompted an administrative complaint recommendation from the inspector.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

2Inspections

13Violations

0Closures

Last inspected DBPR: March 2, 2026

Whale in Fort Myers Beach: Comparison to Lee County Averages

This Facility 6.5 violations / inspection 6.5 violations per inspection

Lee County Avg 4.36 violations / inspection 4.36 county average

This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures

Lee County Avg 0.1 closures / facility 0.1 county average

Whale in Fort Myers Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (2)

2026 — 1 inspection8 violations · 3 high priority

Mar 2, 2026 — Complaint Full· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

2025 — 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority

Nov 6, 2025 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

Whale in Fort Myers Beach: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Whale in Fort Myers Beach last inspected?: Whale in Fort Myers Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 2, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
What are the most common violations at Whale in Fort Myers Beach?: The most frequently cited violations at Whale in Fort Myers Beach are: Employee health policy, Outer openings protected, Clean multi-use utensils.
How many health inspections has Whale in Fort Myers Beach had?: Whale in Fort Myers Beach has had 2 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Whale in Fort Myers Beach find?: Whale in Fort Myers Beach was most recently inspected on March 2, 2026 with 11 violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
Has Whale in Fort Myers Beach ever been shut down?: No, Whale in Fort Myers Beach 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 V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?: Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
What does Florida violation V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?: Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.