Habaneros Mexican Grill in North Fort Myers

Last inspected:

547 Pine Island Rd, North Fort Myers, FL 33903
Overview

Habaneros Mexican Grill in North Fort Myers has accumulated 161 violations across 22 inspections since July 2022, averaging 7.3 violations per inspection—significantly higher than the statewide average of 5.2. Handwashing violations appeared in at least 8 inspections, toxic substance control violations in at least 7 inspections, and employee health reporting violations in at least 4 inspections, indicating systemic management issues across food safety fundamentals. High-priority violations for proper cooking temperatures, parasite destruction, and approved food sources have been documented repeatedly. The facility also received fire safety violations in April 2025 and March 2023 for improperly storing propane tanks larger than allowed capacity inside the building. A single disciplinary action totaling $200 in fines was issued. An administrative complaint was recommended following the March 12, 2024 inspection, which documented violations in employee health reporting, time as control, food contact surfaces, parasite destruction, shell stock requirements, and approved food source. The most recent inspection on October 20, 2025 resulted in 15 violations but was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

23Inspections
168Violations
0Closures
3Fire
$200in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Habaneros Mexican Grill in North Fort Myers: Comparison to Lee County Averages

This Facility 7.3 violations / inspection 7.3 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

Habaneros Mexican Grill in North Fort Myers: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $200.00

Disciplinary action history for Habaneros Mexican Grill in North Fort Myers
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
7--2024023804 $200.00 Mar 12, 2024 Miami (Doral)

Habaneros Mexican Grill in North Fort Myers: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed LP gas tank larger than 2.7 lbs connected and being used for cooking equipment inside kitchen area.
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed propane tank connected to burner in prep kitchen.
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed 2 LP tanks inside building stored near bathrooms.

Habaneros Mexican Grill in North Fort Myers: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)

— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 2 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 4 inspections29 violations · 20 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Habaneros Mexican Grill in North Fort Myers: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Habaneros Mexican Grill in North Fort Myers last inspected?
Habaneros Mexican Grill in North Fort Myers was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 8, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Habaneros Mexican Grill in North Fort Myers?
The most frequently cited violations at Habaneros Mexican Grill in North Fort Myers are: Proper hand/arm washing, Toxic substance control, Toilet facilities.
How many health inspections has Habaneros Mexican Grill in North Fort Myers had?
Habaneros Mexican Grill in North Fort Myers has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Habaneros Mexican Grill in North Fort Myers find?
Habaneros Mexican Grill in North Fort Myers was most recently inspected on April 8, 2026 with 7 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Habaneros Mexican Grill in North Fort Myers ever been shut down?
No, Habaneros Mexican Grill in North Fort Myers has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
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.
Has Habaneros Mexican Grill in North Fort Myers had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Habaneros Mexican Grill in North Fort Myers has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Habaneros Mexican Grill in North Fort Myers faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Habaneros Mexican Grill in North Fort Myers has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
How much has Habaneros Mexican Grill in North Fort Myers been fined?
Habaneros Mexican Grill in North Fort Myers has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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