Rib City in Fort Myers
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6830 Shoppes at Plantation Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33912Rib City in Fort Myers averaged 5.5 violations per inspection across 26 routine and complaint-based inspections from 2023 to February 2026, slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced emergency closures. However, high-priority violations appeared repeatedly throughout the record, including employee health policy violations cited in at least 4 inspections, proper cooking temperature violations in at least 3 inspections, and hand washing violations in at least 2 inspections. The facility also received two administrative complaints recommending formal enforcement action in August 2024 and April 2024, resulting in combined fines of $600. The most recent inspection on February 18, 2026 documented 33 violations—the highest single-inspection count on record—with high-priority findings in employee health policy, shell stock requirements, food contact surfaces, proper cooking temperatures, and consumer advisory. That inspection was completed with no further action, though the volume and pattern of violations suggest ongoing compliance challenges in food preparation, employee training, and temperature control practices.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Rib City in Fort Myers: Comparison to Lee County Averages
Rib City in Fort Myers: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024060961 | $400.00 | Aug 28, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 7--2024028333 | $200.00 | Apr 11, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale |
Rib City in Fort Myers: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 1 inspection11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections26 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 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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— 4 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 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· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— 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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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Rib City in Fort Myers: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Rib City in Fort Myers last inspected?
- Rib City in Fort Myers was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 18, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Rib City in Fort Myers?
- The most frequently cited violations at Rib City in Fort Myers are: Clean multi-use utensils, Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Rib City in Fort Myers had?
- Rib City in Fort Myers has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Rib City in Fort Myers find?
- Rib City in Fort Myers was most recently inspected on February 18, 2026 with 14 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Rib City in Fort Myers ever been shut down?
- No, Rib City in Fort Myers has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- 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.
- Has Rib City in Fort Myers faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Rib City in Fort Myers has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has Rib City in Fort Myers been fined?
- Rib City in Fort Myers has been fined a total of $600.00 across 2 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).
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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