Fort Myers — Food Safety Records
Fort Myers, Florida has 782 food establishments with 16,026 inspections on record. 11 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 91.7%, above the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 4.1 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Panaderia Y Restaurante La Bamba INC. in Fort Myers, shut down August 3, 2026 for rodent activity.
Largest fine: $1,400 assessed to Kumo Six Mile in Fort Myers on September 16, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated August 2026.
Fort Myers Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Fort Myers
91.7%
Pass Rate
91.7%
Florida Average
85.7%
Pass Rate
85.7%
Fort Myers
4.1
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.1
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Fort Myers
1.41
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.41
Florida Average
2
Closures per 100 Facilities
2
Fort Myers Restaurants: Recent Closures (3)
| Date | Business | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Panaderia Y Restaurante La Bamba INC. | Rodent activity | |
| El Estadio Latin Sports Bar | Fly activity | |
| Outback Steakhouse | Fly activity |
Fort Myers Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Watch Restaurant #54 | 6 (1 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Mucho Taco Mexicano INC | 4 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| East Coast Waffles | 3 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Subway 1126 | 4 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| First Watch Restaurant #96 | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Jimmy Johns Gourmet Sandwiches | 4 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Le Goute | 14 (2 high) | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended | |
| China Dragon | 8 (5 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| House of Omelets | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Dunkin 353075 | 2 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
Fort Myers Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 119,161 |
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 111,115 |
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 109,913 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 108,434 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 92,143 |
Fort Myers Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 16, 2025 | Kumo Six Mile | $1,400 | 7--2025059723 |
| Aug 26, 2025 | Sensaciones Restaurant | $800 | 7--2025056108 |
| Jun 23, 2026 | Edison's Lab at the Holiday Inn | $800 | 7--2026039522 |
| May 19, 2026 | Jalapeno's | $800 | 7--2026028103 |
| Oct 23, 2025 | Cava | $800 | 7--2025071113 |
| Jan 26, 2026 | Panaderia Y Restaurante La Bamba INC. | $800 | 7--2026001529 |
| Jan 13, 2026 | Nmr Restaurant | $800 | 7--2025090551 |
| Jan 29, 2026 | Vuelve a La Vida Seafood Restaurant | $600 | 7--2025091389 |
| Nov 17, 2025 | Library Pizza and Pub | $600 | 7--2025069827 |
| Sep 23, 2025 | Pelican Larrys Raw Bar & Grill | $600 | 7--2025057223 |
Fort Myers Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Exit blocked or locked | 81 |
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 62 |
| Other fire safety violation | 52 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 36 |
| Missing boiler certificate/report | 13 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 9 |
| Sprinkler system issue | 1 |
Fort Myers: Notable Restaurants
Tropical Creole Restaurant
46 inspections
272 violations
3 closures
Jingdu Japanese Buffet
43 inspections
403 violations
2 closures
Ginza Sushi
41 inspections
324 violations
2 closures
Edison Restaurant
54 inspections
300 violations
2 closures
Blu Sushi
51 inspections
300 violations
Le Goute
48 inspections
300 violations
Fort Myers: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunkin | 17 | 856 | 0 |
| McDonalds | 15 | 723 | 0 |
| Subway | 14 | 804 | 1 |
| Burger King | 8 | 266 | 0 |
| Wendys | 8 | 630 | 2 |
| Taco Bell | 7 | 464 | 0 |
| Tropical Smoothie | 6 | 219 | 0 |
| First Watch | 5 | 389 | 0 |
| Dairy Queen | 4 | 387 | 1 |
| Dominos | 4 | 133 | 0 |
Fort Myers Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Fort Myers?
- Fort Myers, Florida has 782 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Fort Myers?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Fort Myers is 91.7%. The Florida state average is 85.7%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Fort Myers this year?
- 11 food establishments in Fort Myers have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in Fort Myers?
- The most frequently cited violations in Fort Myers are: Clean multi-use utensils, Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Fort Myers?
- Dunkin has the most locations in Fort Myers with 17 establishments.
- What was the most recent restaurant closure in Fort Myers?
- Panaderia Y Restaurante La Bamba INC. in Fort Myers was shut down on August 3, 2026 for rodent activity.
- How does Fort Myers compare to the Florida state average?
- Fort Myers has a pass rate of 91.7%, which is 6 percentage points above the state average of 85.7%. The average violations per inspection is 4.1 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Fort Myers?
- Food establishments in Fort Myers have an average of 20.5 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Fort Myers been assessed?
- Food establishments in Fort Myers have been assessed $212,955 in fines across 626 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $345 and the largest single fine was $1,800.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Fort Myers restaurants?
- 254 fire safety violations have been documented across 162 food establishments in Fort Myers. The most common issue is exit blocked or locked.
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Fort Myers Restaurants & Food Establishments (765)
Arby's #5992 1 closure
9290 DANIELS PKWY, Fort Myers
23 inspections · 54 violations · Last: Apr 2026Empire Bagel Factory 1 closure
9961 INTERSTATE COMMERCE DR #195, Fort Myers
11 inspections · 50 violations · Last: Mar 2026Menchies Frozen Yogurt 1 closure
5100 DANIELS PKWY STE 500, Fort Myers
20 inspections · 48 violations · Last: Dec 2025Arby's #1319 1 closure
12126 S CLEVELAND AVE, Fort Myers
22 inspections · 38 violations · Last: Nov 2025Key Lime Bistro #1097 1 closure
11000 TERMINAL ACCESS RD D.06, Fort Myers
4 inspections · 18 violations · Last: Jun 2026Busters Sports Tavern & Family Eatery
16681 MCGREGOR BLVD, Fort Myers
33 inspections · 356 violations · Last: Apr 2026Fortune Cookie
4017 PALM BEACH BLVD, Fort Myers
30 inspections · 327 violations · Last: Jul 202641 Bistro
19050 S TAMIAMI TRL, Fort Myers
39 inspections · 314 violations · Last: Jan 2026El Patio
4444 CLEVELAND AVE STE E&F, Fort Myers
34 inspections · 312 violations · Last: Apr 2026Sandbar and Grille
4606 S CLEVELAND AVE, Fort Myers
34 inspections · 310 violations · Last: Jan 2026Le Goute
3533 FOWLER ST, Fort Myers
48 inspections · 300 violations · Last: Aug 2026Blu Sushi
13451 MCGREGOR BLVD #23, Fort Myers
51 inspections · 300 violations · Last: Jan 2026La Casita
15185 MCGREGOR BLVD, Fort Myers
32 inspections · 276 violations · Last: Jul 2026Bimini Bait Shack
17501 HARBOUR POINTE DR, Fort Myers
26 inspections · 270 violations · Last: Jan 2026Amore Brick Oven Pizza
9903 GULF COAST MAIN #115, Fort Myers
36 inspections · 269 violations · Last: Mar 2026Tung Hing Chinese Restaurant
3605 FOWLER ST, Fort Myers
31 inspections · 265 violations · Last: May 2026Nick & Stellas Pizza Perfecto
15271 MCGREGOR BLVD STE 14, Fort Myers
31 inspections · 259 violations · Last: Jan 2026Nomiki's Plakka
12901 MCGREGOR BLVD #3, Fort Myers
35 inspections · 259 violations · Last: Aug 2026Kumo Six Mile
7950 DANI DR UNIT 345, Fort Myers
38 inspections · 254 violations · Last: Aug 2026Wok Cuisine Chinese Restaurant
1910 BOY SCOUT DR, Fort Myers
29 inspections · 254 violations · Last: Feb 2026