Olive Garden Italian Restaurant in Fort Myers
Last inspected:
10020 University Plaza Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33913Part of: Olive Garden Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant #1895 in Fort Myers has accumulated 78 violations across 23 inspections since 2016, averaging 3.4 violations per inspection—below the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been recurring, particularly employee health reporting (cited in at least 4 inspections including July 2025 and December 2024), shell stock handling requirements (appearing in multiple inspections), and time-as-control violations (documented in July 2025 and January 2023). A single disciplinary action resulted in a $200 fine. A fire safety violation was documented on July 9, 2025, when a portable fire extinguisher gauge was found in the red zone at the prep line. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. The most recent inspection on November 17, 2025 identified 2 high-priority violations related to shell stock requirements and time as control, along with 1 intermediate and 3 basic violations, with the disposition "Inspection Completed - No Further Action."
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant in Fort Myers: Comparison to Lee County Averages
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant in Fort Myers: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024057331 | $200.00 | Aug 16, 2024 | Miami (Doral) |
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant in Fort Myers: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant in Fort Myers: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 2 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections9 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections13 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 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.
— 2 inspections6 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant in Fort Myers: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Olive Garden Italian Restaurant in Fort Myers last inspected?
- Olive Garden Italian Restaurant #1895 in Fort Myers was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 17, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Olive Garden Italian Restaurant in Fort Myers?
- The most frequently cited violations at Olive Garden Italian Restaurant #1895 in Fort Myers are: Proper ventilation, Proper cooling equipment, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Olive Garden Italian Restaurant in Fort Myers had?
- Olive Garden Italian Restaurant #1895 in Fort Myers has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Olive Garden Italian Restaurant in Fort Myers find?
- Olive Garden Italian Restaurant #1895 in Fort Myers was most recently inspected on November 17, 2025 with 6 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Olive Garden Italian Restaurant in Fort Myers ever been shut down?
- No, Olive Garden Italian Restaurant #1895 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 V33 (Proper cooling equipment) mean?
- Violation 33 (Proper cooling equipment) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/33.
- Has Olive Garden Italian Restaurant in Fort Myers had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Olive Garden Italian Restaurant #1895 in Fort Myers has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Olive Garden Italian Restaurant in Fort Myers faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Olive Garden Italian Restaurant #1895 in Fort Myers has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Olive Garden Italian Restaurant in Fort Myers been fined?
- Olive Garden Italian Restaurant #1895 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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