How many health inspections has SAUCY MEATBALL had?

SAUCY MEATBALL has had 18 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has SAUCY MEATBALL ever been shut down?

No, SAUCY MEATBALL has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at SAUCY MEATBALL?

The most frequently cited violations at SAUCY MEATBALL are: Employee health reporting, Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory.

What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?

OUTBREAK ENABLER: Food workers who fail to report illness symptoms are the #1 cause of multi-victim outbreaks. Norovirus is shed in billions of viral particles per gram of stool — as few as 18 particles cause infection. One symptomatic worker can infect hundreds of customers before detection. CDC links 70% of Norovirus outbreaks to infected food handlers. Employees must immediately report: vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever, infected wounds or boils. Must also report diagnosed illness with Salmonella Typhi, Shigella, E. coli O157:H7, Hepatitis A virus, or Norovirus. Person in charge must exclude or restrict employees per FDA Food Code guidelines.

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

TECHNIQUE FAILURE: Improper handwashing technique leaves pathogens on hands even when a handwashing attempt is made. Studies show 95% of people wash hands incorrectly — most don't scrub for 20 seconds or miss fingertips, thumbs, and between fingers. Incomplete washing creates a false sense of security while still transferring E. coli, Norovirus, and Salmonella to food. Correct technique requires: wet hands with clean warm water, apply soap, lather and scrub for 20+ seconds covering all surfaces including fingertips/nails/between fingers/back of hands, rinse thoroughly, dry with single-use towel. Use towel to turn off faucet. Do NOT use hand sanitizer as substitute for handwashing.

What does Florida violation V09 (No contamination) mean?

ADULTERATION HAZARD: Food contaminated by chemicals (sanitizers, cleaners, pesticides), physical hazards (glass, metal, bandages), or biological agents (bacteria, viruses, parasites) can cause acute poisoning, choking, injury, or severe foodborne illness. Chemical contamination can cause burns to mouth/throat. Foreign objects cause choking, broken teeth, and lacerations. Protect food from ALL contamination sources. Store chemicals below and away from food. Use food-grade containers only. Inspect food upon receipt and before preparation. Maintain clean equipment and work surfaces. Cover food during storage. Separate raw from ready-to-eat. Remove contaminated food immediately — do not serve.

SAUCY MEATBALL

12401 COMMERCE LAKES DR, Fort Myers, FL 33913

Lee County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: MEATBALLS ITALIAN KITCHEN LLC · License: SEA4607113

SAUCY MEATBALL in Fort Myers, FL has 18 inspections on record with 112 total violations (6.2 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

18Inspections

112Violations

0Closures

Data current as of January 29, 2025

Inspection History (18)

Jan 29, 2025 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V09 No contamination

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Sep 18, 2024 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Sep 16, 2024 — Routine - Food· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

Feb 27, 2024 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Feb 26, 2024 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued

Nov 6, 2023 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Sep 5, 2023 — Routine - Food· 12 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V06 Handwashing facilities

V09 No contamination

V11 Food in good condition

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 20, 2023 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V11 Food in good condition

V13 Parasite destruction

V21 Time as control

Oct 28, 2022 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V13 Parasite destruction

V21 Time as control

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

May 12, 2022 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Feb 1, 2022 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V13 Parasite destruction

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

Mar 10, 2021 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Dec 10, 2020 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Feb 19, 2020 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V13 Parasite destruction

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Nov 6, 2019 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V10 Approved food source

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Jun 25, 2019 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Feb 27, 2019 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Nov 9, 2017 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

How Does This Facility Compare?

SAUCY MEATBALL has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Lee County average of 0.07 closures per facility. It has averaged 6.2 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 2.72.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has SAUCY MEATBALL had?: SAUCY MEATBALL has had 18 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has SAUCY MEATBALL ever been shut down?: No, SAUCY MEATBALL has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at SAUCY MEATBALL?: The most frequently cited violations at SAUCY MEATBALL are: Employee health reporting, Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

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.

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