Lee County — Food Safety Records
Lee County, Florida has 1747 food establishments with 36,209 inspections on record. 19 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 91.6%, above the state average of 85.8%. Inspections average 4.4 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: El Estadio Latin Sports Bar in Fort Myers, shut down July 16, 2026 for fly activity.
Largest fine: $2,500 assessed to Tween Waters Inn (main Kitchen) in Captiva on May 4, 2026.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated August 2026.
Lee County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Lee County
91.6%
Pass Rate
91.6%
Florida Average
85.8%
Pass Rate
85.8%
Lee County
4.4
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.4
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Lee County
1.09
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.09
Florida Average
1.98
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.98
Lee County Restaurants: Recent Closures (4)
| Date | Business | City | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Estadio Latin Sports Bar | Fort Myers | Fly activity | |
| Outback Steakhouse | Fort Myers | Fly activity | |
| Perkins Restaurant and Bakery 1251 | Cape Coral | Rodent, Roach & Fly activity | |
| Omelet Shop/drifters | Cape Coral | Roach & fly activity |
Lee County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kentucky Fried Chicken | Bonita Springs | 4 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| First Watch Restaurant #96 | Fort Myers | 5 (2 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Embassy Suites Fort Myers Estero | Estero | 3 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| China Tokyo Express | Cape Coral | 8 | Warning Issued | |
| McDonald's # 4254 | Fort Myers | 3 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Sweet Melissa's Ice Cream Shoppe | Bonita Springs | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Panera Bread #1963 | Cape Coral | 2 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Pirate Hook Seafood and Chicken | Fort Myers | 11 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Dunkin' | Cape Coral | 3 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Pure Green | Cape Coral | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
Lee County Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 268,265 |
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 265,643 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 237,088 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 226,229 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 214,043 |
Lee County Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 4, 2026 | Tween Waters Inn (main Kitchen) | $2,500 | 7--2026014829 |
| Dec 1, 2025 | Old' Cuban Restaurant & Bar | $2,400 | 7--2025066762 |
| Sep 16, 2025 | Kumo Six Mile | $1,400 | 7--2025059723 |
| Aug 12, 2025 | That Ny Bagel Place | $1,200 | 7--2025029158 |
| Nov 3, 2025 | Captain Hook's Sushi/ Pho/thai | $1,100 | 7--2025066877 |
| Jun 23, 2026 | Edison's Lab at the Holiday Inn | $800 | 7--2026039522 |
| Oct 14, 2025 | Tween Waters Inn (main Kitchen) | $800 | 7--2025058987 |
| Oct 21, 2025 | Omelet Shop/drifters | $800 | 7--2025067836 |
| Jan 21, 2026 | Muji Thai Country and Sushi | $800 | 7--2025087930 |
| Oct 23, 2025 | Cava | $800 | 7--2025071113 |
Lee County Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Exit blocked or locked | 176 |
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 138 |
| Other fire safety violation | 99 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 78 |
| Missing boiler certificate/report | 34 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 18 |
| Sprinkler system issue | 1 |
Lee County: Notable Restaurants
Maria's Pizzeria & Restaurant
33 inspections
278 violations
3 closures
Tropical Creole Restaurant
46 inspections
272 violations
3 closures
Sea-craft Waterfront Tiki
31 inspections
239 violations
3 closures
China Star
66 inspections
800 violations
Edison Restaurant
54 inspections
300 violations
2 closures
Blu Sushi
51 inspections
300 violations
Lee County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunkin | 33 | 1,855 | 1 |
| Subway | 30 | 1,810 | 2 |
| McDonalds | 29 | 1,666 | 0 |
| Burger King | 16 | 671 | 1 |
| Wendys | 16 | 1,245 | 4 |
| Taco Bell | 12 | 884 | 0 |
| Culvers | 11 | 676 | 0 |
| Hyatt | 10 | 684 | 0 |
| Tropical Smoothie | 9 | 410 | 0 |
| Dominos | 9 | 340 | 0 |
Lee County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Lee County?
- Lee County, Florida has 1747 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Lee County?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Lee County is 91.6%. The Florida state average is 85.8%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Lee County this year?
- 19 food establishments in Lee County have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in Lee County?
- The most frequently cited violations in Lee County are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Lee County?
- Dunkin has the most locations in Lee County with 33 establishments.
- What was the most recent restaurant closure in Lee County?
- El Estadio Latin Sports Bar in Fort Myers was shut down on July 16, 2026 for fly activity.
- How does Lee County compare to the Florida state average?
- Lee County has a pass rate of 91.6%, which is 5.8 percentage points above the state average of 85.8%. The average violations per inspection is 4.4 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Lee County?
- Food establishments in Lee County have an average of 20.7 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Lee County been assessed?
- Food establishments in Lee County have been assessed $412,980 in fines across 1,164 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $359 and the largest single fine was $3,200.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Lee County restaurants?
- 544 fire safety violations have been documented across 338 food establishments in Lee County. The most common issue is exit blocked or locked.
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Lee County Restaurants & Food Establishments (1,717)
Maria's Pizzeria & Restaurant 3 closures
1224 SE 46 LN, Cape Coral
33 inspections · 278 violations · Last: Jan 2026Tropical Creole Restaurant 3 closures
3440 FOWLER ST UNIT C, Fort Myers
46 inspections · 272 violations · Last: May 2026Sea-craft Waterfront Tiki 3 closures
3440 MARINATOWN LANE NW, North Fort Myers
31 inspections · 239 violations · Last: Apr 2026Havana Bakery 3 closures
522 A JOEL BLVD, Lehigh Acres
36 inspections · 162 violations · Last: Jan 2026New England Moorings Sea Rest 2 closures
1326 SE 16 PL, Cape Coral
51 inspections · 441 violations · Last: May 2026Jingdu Japanese Buffet 2 closures
13300 S CLEVELAND AVE #53, Fort Myers
43 inspections · 403 violations · Last: Nov 2025Ginza Sushi 2 closures
4429 CLEVELAND AVE UNIT 170, Fort Myers
41 inspections · 324 violations · Last: Mar 2026Perkins Restaurant and Bakery 1251 2 closures
1551 DEL PRADO BLVD S, Cape Coral
38 inspections · 321 violations · Last: Jul 2026Edison Restaurant 2 closures
3583 MCGREGOR BLVD, Fort Myers
54 inspections · 300 violations · Last: Mar 2026Annie's Restaurant 2 closures
814 SE 47 ST, Cape Coral
32 inspections · 274 violations · Last: May 2026Club at Westminster 2 closures
2199 BERKLEY WAY, Lehigh Acres
43 inspections · 273 violations · Last: Mar 2026El Tarasco Mexican Restaurant 2 closures
1320 BUSINESS WAY, Lehigh Acres
33 inspections · 263 violations · Last: Feb 2026Cape Brazilian Grill 2 closures
159 HANCOCK BRIDGE PKWY UNIT 2, Cape Coral
35 inspections · 221 violations · Last: Feb 2026Morning Bloom 2 closures
12901 MCGREGOR BLVD STE 6 & 7, Fort Myers
45 inspections · 220 violations · Last: Feb 2026Whiskey Creek Station 2 closures
11481 MCGREGOR BLVD, Fort Myers
32 inspections · 214 violations · Last: Nov 2025Carrabba's Italian Grill 2 closures
27220 BAY LANDING DR, Bonita Springs
36 inspections · 188 violations · Last: May 2026Pinchers Crab Shack 2 closures
18100 SAN CARLOS BLVD, Ft Myers Beach
33 inspections · 181 violations · Last: Mar 2026Dantes Coal Fired Pizza 2 closures
937 E GULF DR, Sanibel
32 inspections · 178 violations · Last: Mar 2026Headpinz Ft Myers 2 closures
14513 GLOBAL PARKWAY, Fort Myers
35 inspections · 172 violations · Last: Feb 2026Waffle House #793 2 closures
9420 DANIELS PKWY, Fort Myers
36 inspections · 170 violations · Last: Feb 2026