Shores Bar & Grill in Fort Myers
Last inspected:
12156 Palm Beach Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33905Shores Bar & Grill in Fort Myers has been inspected 20 times since 2022, accumulating 99 violations—an average of 4.95 violations per inspection, tracking near the Florida statewide average of 5.2. Hand washing violations appeared in at least 4 inspections, and toxic substance control violations were cited repeatedly. The facility received one disciplinary action resulting in a $200 fine. A portable fire extinguisher gauge was found in the red zone during an August 2021 inspection. The most recent inspection on November 12, 2025 found 12 violations including multiple high-priority hand washing and toxic substance control citations but was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Shores Bar & Grill in Fort Myers: Comparison to Lee County Averages
This Facility
4.9
violations / inspection
4.9 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
Shores Bar & Grill in Fort Myers: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2015040605 | $200.00 | Sep 8, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Shores Bar & Grill in Fort Myers: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed extinguisher by swinging doors entering the kitchen is in the red. Notified operator.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Shores Bar & Grill in Fort Myers: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Shores Bar & Grill in Fort Myers: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Shores Bar & Grill in Fort Myers last inspected?
- Shores Bar & Grill in Fort Myers was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 20, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Shores Bar & Grill in Fort Myers?
- The most frequently cited violations at Shores Bar & Grill in Fort Myers are: Proper hand/arm washing, Proper cooling equipment, Approved food source.
- How many health inspections has Shores Bar & Grill in Fort Myers had?
- Shores Bar & Grill in Fort Myers has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Shores Bar & Grill in Fort Myers find?
- Shores Bar & Grill in Fort Myers was most recently inspected on April 20, 2026 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Shores Bar & Grill in Fort Myers ever been shut down?
- No, Shores Bar & Grill in Fort Myers has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?
- Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
- 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.
- Has Shores Bar & Grill in Fort Myers had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Shores Bar & Grill in Fort Myers has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Shores Bar & Grill in Fort Myers faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Shores Bar & Grill in Fort Myers has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Shores Bar & Grill in Fort Myers been fined?
- Shores Bar & Grill in Fort Myers has been fined a total of $200.00 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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