Fiddlesticks Cafe in Fort Myers
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13750 Fiddlesticks Blvd Ste 302, Fort Myers, FL 33912Fiddlesticks Cafe in Fort Myers has accumulated 97 violations across 26 inspections since June 2022, averaging 3.7 violations per inspection—below the statewide average of 5.2 but with a concerning pattern of recurring high-priority findings. Shell stock requirements violations appeared in 5 of the last 6 inspections; employee health policy violations (including failure to report illness and improper health practice) were cited in at least 4 inspections; time-as-control violations appeared in multiple recent inspections; and chemical storage violations were documented repeatedly. High-priority violations dominated recent inspections: the March 2024 routine inspection found 1 high-priority violation among 12 total violations, and the October 2025 inspection recorded 3 high-priority violations. The facility received an administrative complaint recommendation in December 2024 following violations for employee health reporting and consumer advisory failures. One disciplinary action totaling $200 in fines has been issued. The facility has not been emergency-closed. The most recent inspection on March 4, 2026 was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Fiddlesticks Cafe in Fort Myers: Comparison to Lee County Averages
Fiddlesticks Cafe in Fort Myers: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025004397 | $200.00 | Oct 22, 2024 | Miami (Doral) |
Fiddlesticks Cafe in Fort Myers: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections18 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 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.
Fiddlesticks Cafe in Fort Myers: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Fiddlesticks Cafe in Fort Myers last inspected?
- Fiddlesticks 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 Fiddlesticks Cafe in Fort Myers?
- The most frequently cited violations at Fiddlesticks Cafe in Fort Myers are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Fiddlesticks Cafe in Fort Myers had?
- Fiddlesticks Cafe in Fort Myers has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.7 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Fiddlesticks Cafe in Fort Myers find?
- Fiddlesticks Cafe in Fort Myers was most recently inspected on March 4, 2026 with 8 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Fiddlesticks Cafe in Fort Myers ever been shut down?
- No, Fiddlesticks Cafe in Fort Myers has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- What does Florida violation V21 (Time as control) mean?
- Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
- What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?
- Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
- Has Fiddlesticks Cafe in Fort Myers faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Fiddlesticks Cafe in Fort Myers has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Fiddlesticks Cafe in Fort Myers been fined?
- Fiddlesticks Cafe in Fort Myers has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 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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