Fancy's Southern Cafe in Fort Myers
Last inspected:
8890 Salrose Lane Suite 101, Fort Myers, FL 33912Fancy's Southern Cafe in Fort Myers has accumulated 217 violations across 32 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.8 per visit. The facility has faced 6 disciplinary actions totaling $2,600 in fines, with the largest single penalty of $800. Inspection records show a pattern of recurring non-compliance: from April 2024 through March 2025, the facility received multiple administrative complaints and callback inspections, with high-priority violations including improper ventilation, unsafe food handling, and unsanitary conditions. The most frequently cited violations involve proper ventilation (26 instances), consumer advisories (16), and clean multi-use utensils (16).
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Fancy's Southern Cafe in Fort Myers: Comparison to Lee County Averages
This Facility
6.8
violations / inspection
6.8 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
Fancy's Southern Cafe in Fort Myers: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (6)
Total fines on record: $2,600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025029229 | $600.00 | Mar 5, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2024064519 | $400.00 | Sep 17, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2024035115 | $200.00 | May 14, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2021042783 | $200.00 | Aug 12, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2016029492 | $800.00 | Jun 10, 2016 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 7--2016019921 | $400.00 | Mar 31, 2016 | Fort Lauderdale |
Fancy's Southern Cafe in Fort Myers: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)
— 1 inspection7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 6 inspections48 violations · 27 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections32 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections22 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections10 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections14 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Fancy's Southern Cafe in Fort Myers: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Fancy's Southern Cafe in Fort Myers last inspected?
- Fancy's Southern Cafe in Fort Myers was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 4, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Fancy's Southern Cafe in Fort Myers?
- The most frequently cited violations at Fancy's Southern Cafe in Fort Myers are: Proper ventilation, Clean multi-use utensils, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Fancy's Southern Cafe in Fort Myers had?
- Fancy's Southern Cafe in Fort Myers has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Fancy's Southern Cafe in Fort Myers find?
- Fancy's Southern Cafe in Fort Myers was most recently inspected on March 4, 2026 with 8 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Fancy's Southern Cafe in Fort Myers ever been shut down?
- No, Fancy's Southern Cafe in Fort Myers 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 V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- 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.
- Has Fancy's Southern Cafe in Fort Myers faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Fancy's Southern Cafe in Fort Myers has 6 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,600.00 in fines.
- How much has Fancy's Southern Cafe in Fort Myers been fined?
- Fancy's Southern Cafe in Fort Myers has been fined a total of $2,600.00 across 6 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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).
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