Seed & Bean Market in Fort Myers
Last inspected:
1520 Broadway, Fort Myers, FL 33901Seed & Bean Market in Fort Myers has accumulated 128 violations across 33 inspections since 2016, averaging 3.9 per visit. The facility was shut down in September 2025 for unsanitary conditions following an administrative complaint. Recent inspections show a pattern of recurring non-compliance: shell stock handling violations (10 total), improper sewage disposal (9), and missing consumer advisories (9). The market faced one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines.
Most recent closure: September 16, 2025 for unsanitary conditions.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Seed & Bean Market in Fort Myers: Comparison to Lee County Averages
This Facility
3.9
violations / inspection
3.9 violations per inspection
Lee County Avg
4.36
violations / inspection
4.36 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Lee County Avg
0.1
closures / facility
0.1 county average
Seed & Bean Market in Fort Myers: Emergency Closure History (1)
Seed & Bean Market in Fort Myers: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025067858 | $400.00 | Sep 16, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale |
Seed & Bean Market in Fort Myers: Full Inspection History — DBPR (33)
— 5 inspections24 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections5 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections6 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections14 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 6 inspections27 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections11 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 4 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
Seed & Bean Market in Fort Myers: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Seed & Bean Market in Fort Myers last inspected?
- Seed & Bean Market in Fort Myers was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 16, 2025. The result was: Emergency Order Callback Complied.
- When was Seed & Bean Market in Fort Myers last shut down?
- Seed & Bean Market in Fort Myers was last shut down on September 16, 2025 for unsanitary conditions. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Seed & Bean Market in Fort Myers?
- The most frequently cited violations at Seed & Bean Market in Fort Myers are: Shell stock requirements, Consumer advisory, Proper sewage disposal.
- How many health inspections has Seed & Bean Market in Fort Myers had?
- Seed & Bean Market in Fort Myers has had 33 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Seed & Bean Market in Fort Myers find?
- Seed & Bean Market in Fort Myers was most recently inspected on September 16, 2025 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Emergency Order Callback Complied.
- Has Seed & Bean Market in Fort Myers ever been shut down?
- Yes, Seed & Bean Market in Fort Myers has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?
- Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
- 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.
- 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 Seed & Bean Market in Fort Myers faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Seed & Bean Market in Fort Myers has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Seed & Bean Market in Fort Myers been fined?
- Seed & Bean Market in Fort Myers has been fined a total of $400.00 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).
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.
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