Cravings by Chef Hector in Fort Myers
Last inspected:
2000 Cranford Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33916Cravings by Chef Hector in Fort Myers has been cited for 57 violations across 12 inspections since September 2022, averaging 4.8 violations per inspection—slightly below the statewide average of 5.2. However, the facility shows a concerning pattern of recurring high-priority violations. Proper hand and arm washing failures appeared in 9 of the last 3 inspections alone, including 6 citations in a single routine inspection on February 24, 2026. Allergen awareness violations were documented in 4 separate inspections. Employee health reporting failures and food in good condition violations each appeared across multiple inspections, indicating systemic management issues. The most recent inspection on February 24, 2026 resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation after 9 violations, including three separate hand-washing and allergen awareness citations. A prior inspection on August 27, 2025 also resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation following 12 violations including employee health reporting and food condition failures.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Cravings by Chef Hector in Fort Myers: Comparison to Lee County Averages
Cravings by Chef Hector in Fort Myers: Full Inspection History — DBPR (12)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Cravings by Chef Hector in Fort Myers: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Cravings by Chef Hector in Fort Myers last inspected?
- Cravings by Chef Hector in Fort Myers was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 24, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Cravings by Chef Hector in Fort Myers?
- The most frequently cited violations at Cravings by Chef Hector in Fort Myers are: Proper ventilation, Allergen awareness, Adequate lighting.
- How many health inspections has Cravings by Chef Hector in Fort Myers had?
- Cravings by Chef Hector in Fort Myers has had 12 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.8 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Cravings by Chef Hector in Fort Myers find?
- Cravings by Chef Hector in Fort Myers was most recently inspected on February 24, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Cravings by Chef Hector in Fort Myers ever been shut down?
- No, Cravings by Chef Hector in Fort Myers has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V25 (Allergen awareness) mean?
- Violation 25 (Allergen awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/25.
- What does Florida violation V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?
- Violation 50 (Adequate lighting) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/50.
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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.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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