Gatorbites Tail & Ale in Fort Myers
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20351 Summerlin Rd #120-121, Fort Myers, FL 33908Gatorbites Tail & Ale in Fort Myers has accumulated 190 violations across 30 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.3 violations per inspection—more than 20 percent above the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been recurring throughout the record, including proper hand and arm washing violations cited in at least 4 inspections, food contact surface violations appearing in 7 of the last 8 inspections, and shell stock requirement violations in multiple inspections. Chemical storage violations and consumer advisory failures have also appeared repeatedly. The facility has not been emergency-closed. Recent inspection activity shows ongoing compliance challenges: the August 2024 inspection documented 27 violations including 4 high-priority findings; the March 2024 inspection resulted in a Warning Issued disposition; and the May 2024 inspection triggered an Admin Complaint Recommended action by the inspector. The most recent inspection on November 12, 2025 documented 9 violations and was completed with no further action, though high-priority food contact surface and consumer advisory violations remained present.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Gatorbites Tail & Ale in Fort Myers: Comparison to Lee County Averages
Gatorbites Tail & Ale in Fort Myers: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 2 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections24 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections24 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections24 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections21 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 6 inspections31 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Gatorbites Tail & Ale in Fort Myers: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Gatorbites Tail & Ale in Fort Myers last inspected?
- Gatorbites Tail & Ale in Fort Myers was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 12, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Gatorbites Tail & Ale in Fort Myers?
- The most frequently cited violations at Gatorbites Tail & Ale in Fort Myers are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Proper sanitizing.
- How many health inspections has Gatorbites Tail & Ale in Fort Myers had?
- Gatorbites Tail & Ale in Fort Myers has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Gatorbites Tail & Ale in Fort Myers find?
- Gatorbites Tail & Ale in Fort Myers was most recently inspected on November 12, 2025 with 5 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Gatorbites Tail & Ale in Fort Myers ever been shut down?
- No, Gatorbites Tail & Ale in Fort Myers has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- 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.
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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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