Lightning Strikes in Fort Myers
Last inspected:
4140 Fowler St, Fort Myers, FL 33901Lightning Strikes in Fort Myers has accumulated 103 violations across 24 inspections since 2016, averaging 4.3 violations per inspection, slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed. However, the record shows a concerning pattern of recurring high-priority violations: employee health policy violations appeared in 5 inspections, proper hand-washing violations in 4 inspections, and chemical storage violations in 2 recent inspections. The facility received Warning Issued dispositions in December 2025 and February 2025, escalating from routine compliance status. The most recent inspection on March 11, 2026 documented 21 violations including multiple high-priority findings across employee health, chemical storage, consumer advisory, proper cooking temperatures, and food contact surfaces, though the disposition was Call Back - Complied, indicating the facility responded to correct the cited issues.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Lightning Strikes in Fort Myers: Comparison to Lee County Averages
Lightning Strikes in Fort Myers: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 3 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 4 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 4 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections17 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 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· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 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· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Lightning Strikes in Fort Myers: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Lightning Strikes in Fort Myers last inspected?
- Lightning Strikes in Fort Myers was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 14, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Lightning Strikes in Fort Myers?
- The most frequently cited violations at Lightning Strikes in Fort Myers are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Lightning Strikes in Fort Myers had?
- Lightning Strikes in Fort Myers has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Lightning Strikes in Fort Myers find?
- Lightning Strikes in Fort Myers was most recently inspected on July 14, 2026 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- Has Lightning Strikes in Fort Myers ever been shut down?
- No, Lightning Strikes in Fort Myers has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
- Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
- 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 V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
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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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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