Sandbar and Grille in Fort Myers

Last inspected:

4606 S Cleveland Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33907
Overview

Sandbar and Grille in Fort Myers has accumulated 310 violations across 34 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.1 per visit. The restaurant has faced repeated warnings and callbacks for high-priority violations, with issues concentrated in sanitation and ventilation. A single fire safety citation in 2026 documented a portable fire extinguisher in the red zone. The facility has received one disciplinary action resulting in a $160 fine.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.

37Inspections
326Violations
0Closures
1Fire
$160in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Sandbar and Grille in Fort Myers: Comparison to Lee County Averages

This Facility 8.8 violations / inspection 8.8 violations per inspection
Lee County Avg 4.38 violations / inspection 4.38 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Lee County Avg 0.1 closures / facility 0.1 county average

Sandbar and Grille in Fort Myers: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $160.00

Disciplinary action history for Sandbar and Grille in Fort Myers
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
7--2025044331 $160.00 May 6, 2025 Miami (Doral)

Sandbar and Grille in Fort Myers: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Complaint Full · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone near office. For reporting purposes only.

Sandbar and Grille in Fort Myers: Full Inspection History — DBPR (37)

— 4 inspections28 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections43 violations · 28 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections20 violations · 11 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections44 violations · 27 high priority
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 18 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection9 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 8 inspections46 violations · 24 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 5 inspections26 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections5 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Sandbar and Grille in Fort Myers: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sandbar and Grille in Fort Myers last inspected?
Sandbar and Grille in Fort Myers was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 2, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
What are the most common violations at Sandbar and Grille in Fort Myers?
The most frequently cited violations at Sandbar and Grille in Fort Myers are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Clean multi-use utensils.
How many health inspections has Sandbar and Grille in Fort Myers had?
Sandbar and Grille in Fort Myers has had 37 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Sandbar and Grille in Fort Myers find?
Sandbar and Grille in Fort Myers was most recently inspected on September 2, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Sandbar and Grille in Fort Myers ever been shut down?
No, Sandbar and Grille in Fort Myers has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
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.
Has Sandbar and Grille in Fort Myers had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Sandbar and Grille in Fort Myers has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Sandbar and Grille in Fort Myers faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Sandbar and Grille in Fort Myers has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
How much has Sandbar and Grille in Fort Myers been fined?
Sandbar and Grille in Fort Myers has been fined a total of $160.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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