Waffle House in Fort Myers
Last inspected:
4050 Boatway Rd, Fort Myers, FL 33905Part of: Waffle House Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Waffle House #870 in Fort Myers has accumulated 121 violations across 27 inspections since 2016, averaging 4.5 violations per visit. The facility has faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $200 fine. Proper ventilation, consumer advisory issues, and food contact surface violations are the most frequently cited problems. Recent inspections show continued compliance challenges, with violations documented as recently as November 2025.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Waffle House in Fort Myers: Comparison to Lee County Averages
Waffle House in Fort Myers: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2017043724 | $200.00 | Jul 26, 2017 | Miami (Doral) |
Waffle House in Fort Myers: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)
— 2 inspections3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections22 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 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· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Waffle House in Fort Myers: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Waffle House in Fort Myers last inspected?
- Waffle House #870 in Fort Myers was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 30, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Waffle House in Fort Myers?
- The most frequently cited violations at Waffle House #870 in Fort Myers are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Waffle House in Fort Myers had?
- Waffle House #870 in Fort Myers has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.3 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Waffle House in Fort Myers find?
- Waffle House #870 in Fort Myers was most recently inspected on April 30, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Waffle House in Fort Myers ever been shut down?
- No, Waffle House #870 in Fort Myers has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Waffle House in Fort Myers faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Waffle House #870 in Fort Myers has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Waffle House in Fort Myers been fined?
- Waffle House #870 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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