Citrola's Italian Grill in Fort Myers
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16740 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33908Citrola's Italian Grill in Fort Myers has accumulated 188 violations across 25 inspections over the available record, averaging 7.5 violations per inspection—significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed. High-priority violations have been documented consistently across inspections, with recurring findings including food contact surface violations (appearing in 8 inspections), allergen awareness failures (7 inspections), shell stock requirements violations (4 inspections), and employee health policy lapses (3 inspections). Chemical storage violations, handwashing facility deficiencies, and improper cooking temperatures have also been cited multiple times. The facility received one disciplinary action with $280 in fines. Most recent inspections show improvement: a complaint-based inspection on September 11, 2025 documented 30 violations but was closed with no further action; a routine inspection on January 30, 2026 issued a warning and cited 27 violations including high-priority chemical storage and allergen failures; the most recent inspection on April 2, 2026 resulted in call back compliance with zero violations cited.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Citrola's Italian Grill in Fort Myers: Comparison to Lee County Averages
Citrola's Italian Grill in Fort Myers: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $280.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2023033507 | $280.00 | Apr 24, 2023 | Fort Lauderdale |
Citrola's Italian Grill in Fort Myers: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 2 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections27 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections22 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 6 inspections35 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Citrola's Italian Grill in Fort Myers: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Citrola's Italian Grill in Fort Myers last inspected?
- Citrola's Italian Grill in Fort Myers was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 2, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Citrola's Italian Grill in Fort Myers?
- The most frequently cited violations at Citrola's Italian Grill in Fort Myers are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Citrola's Italian Grill in Fort Myers had?
- Citrola's Italian Grill in Fort Myers has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Citrola's Italian Grill in Fort Myers find?
- Citrola's Italian Grill in Fort Myers was most recently inspected on April 2, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Citrola's Italian Grill in Fort Myers ever been shut down?
- No, Citrola's Italian Grill in Fort Myers has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Citrola's Italian Grill in Fort Myers faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Citrola's Italian Grill in Fort Myers has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $280.00 in fines.
- How much has Citrola's Italian Grill in Fort Myers been fined?
- Citrola's Italian Grill in Fort Myers has been fined a total of $280.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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