Emjays Tavern & Grill in Lehigh Acres
Last inspected:
700 Leeland Heights Blvd W, Lehigh Acres, FL 33936Emjays Tavern & Grill in Lehigh Acres has accumulated 160 violations across 28 inspections since 2017, averaging 5.7 per visit. The facility has not been shut down and faces no disciplinary actions or fines. Fire safety records document one citation in 2024 for a locked rear exit door. The most frequently cited violations involve food contact surfaces, proper hand and arm washing, and clean multi-use utensils.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Emjays Tavern & Grill in Lehigh Acres: Comparison to Lee County Averages
This Facility
5.7
violations / inspection
5.7 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
Emjays Tavern & Grill in Lehigh Acres: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 46-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only. Observed rear exit fire door locked.
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.
Emjays Tavern & Grill in Lehigh Acres: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections10 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections22 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections23 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 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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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections17 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections25 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 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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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections20 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Emjays Tavern & Grill in Lehigh Acres: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Emjays Tavern & Grill in Lehigh Acres last inspected?
- Emjays Tavern & Grill in Lehigh Acres was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 25, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Emjays Tavern & Grill in Lehigh Acres?
- The most frequently cited violations at Emjays Tavern & Grill in Lehigh Acres are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Emjays Tavern & Grill in Lehigh Acres had?
- Emjays Tavern & Grill in Lehigh Acres has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Emjays Tavern & Grill in Lehigh Acres find?
- Emjays Tavern & Grill in Lehigh Acres was most recently inspected on March 25, 2026 with 6 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Emjays Tavern & Grill in Lehigh Acres ever been shut down?
- No, Emjays Tavern & Grill in Lehigh Acres has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- Has Emjays Tavern & Grill in Lehigh Acres had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Emjays Tavern & Grill in Lehigh Acres has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
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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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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