Pinchers Crab Shack in Fort Myers

Last inspected:

10029 Gulf Center Dr Ste F-250, Fort Myers, FL 33913
Overview

Pinchers Crab Shack in Fort Myers has accumulated 145 violations across 26 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.6 violations per inspection — slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been cited in at least 8 of the most recent 9 inspections, including recurring findings for handwashing facilities, chemical storage, and food contact surfaces. The facility has received two disciplinary actions totaling $400 in fines. In February 2025, an administrative complaint was recommended following violations including employee health policy and improper chemical storage; the facility complied with a follow-up inspection two days later. The most recent routine inspection on March 20, 2026 documented 18 violations (2 high-priority) and was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

26Inspections
145Violations
0Closures
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Pinchers Crab Shack in Fort Myers: Comparison to Lee County Averages

This Facility 5.6 violations / inspection 5.6 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

Pinchers Crab Shack in Fort Myers: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Pinchers Crab Shack in Fort Myers
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
7--2025016591 $200.00 Feb 12, 2025 Miami (Doral)
7--2019031779 $200.00 May 2, 2019 Miami (Doral)

Pinchers Crab Shack in Fort Myers: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)

— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 3 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 3 inspections29 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

Pinchers Crab Shack in Fort Myers: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pinchers Crab Shack in Fort Myers last inspected?
Pinchers Crab Shack in Fort Myers was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 20, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Pinchers Crab Shack in Fort Myers?
The most frequently cited violations at Pinchers Crab Shack in Fort Myers are: Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces.
How many health inspections has Pinchers Crab Shack in Fort Myers had?
Pinchers Crab Shack in Fort Myers has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Pinchers Crab Shack in Fort Myers find?
Pinchers Crab Shack in Fort Myers was most recently inspected on March 20, 2026 with 8 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Pinchers Crab Shack in Fort Myers ever been shut down?
No, Pinchers Crab Shack in Fort Myers has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
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 V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
Has Pinchers Crab Shack in Fort Myers faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Pinchers Crab Shack in Fort Myers has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Pinchers Crab Shack in Fort Myers been fined?
Pinchers Crab Shack in Fort Myers has been fined a total of $400.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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