Twisted Horse Bar and Grill in North Fort Myers
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3448 Marinatown Lane, #c, North Fort Myers, FL 33903Twisted Horse Bar and Grill in North Fort Myers has been emergency-closed twice for rodent activity, most recently on August 17, 2023. The facility has accumulated 109 violations across 25 inspections since 2016, averaging 4.4 violations per inspection, slightly below the statewide average of 5.2. Rodent activity violations triggered the first closure on August 17, 2023, with follow-up inspections documenting handwashing failures, food contact surface contamination, and employee health reporting violations in the days immediately following. A second rodent closure occurred on April 7, 2022. The facility has been subject to two disciplinary actions totaling $800 in fines. Recurring violations include improper chemical storage cited in five of the last seven inspections, handwashing facility deficiencies appearing in multiple inspections, and shell stock handling failures documented in four inspections between July 2023 and February 2025. A fire safety violation was documented on October 26, 2022, involving improper propane tank storage inside the facility. The most recent inspection on March 17, 2026 was completed with no further action required after the facility passed a food-licensing inspection with zero violations.
Most recent closure: August 17, 2023 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Twisted Horse Bar and Grill in North Fort Myers: Comparison to Lee County Averages
Twisted Horse Bar and Grill in North Fort Myers: Emergency Closure History (2)
Twisted Horse Bar and Grill in North Fort Myers: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2023046907 | $400.00 | Aug 17, 2023 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2022017906 | $400.00 | Apr 7, 2022 | Miami (Doral) |
Twisted Horse Bar and Grill in North Fort Myers: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 48-04-4 · Warning Issued
Twisted Horse Bar and Grill in North Fort Myers: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections7 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections30 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections15 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Twisted Horse Bar and Grill in North Fort Myers: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Twisted Horse Bar and Grill in North Fort Myers last inspected?
- Twisted Horse Bar and Grill in North Fort Myers was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 17, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Twisted Horse Bar and Grill in North Fort Myers last shut down?
- Twisted Horse Bar and Grill in North Fort Myers was last shut down on August 17, 2023 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Twisted Horse Bar and Grill in North Fort Myers?
- The most frequently cited violations at Twisted Horse Bar and Grill in North Fort Myers are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Twisted Horse Bar and Grill in North Fort Myers had?
- Twisted Horse Bar and Grill in North Fort Myers has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Twisted Horse Bar and Grill in North Fort Myers find?
- Twisted Horse Bar and Grill in North Fort Myers was most recently inspected on March 17, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Twisted Horse Bar and Grill in North Fort Myers ever been shut down?
- Yes, Twisted Horse Bar and Grill in North Fort Myers has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- Has Twisted Horse Bar and Grill in North Fort Myers had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Twisted Horse Bar and Grill in North Fort Myers has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Twisted Horse Bar and Grill in North Fort Myers faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Twisted Horse Bar and Grill in North Fort Myers has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has Twisted Horse Bar and Grill in North Fort Myers been fined?
- Twisted Horse Bar and Grill in North Fort Myers has been fined a total of $800.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Twisted Horse Bar and Grill in North Fort Myers operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Blackbeard's Tavern (2022).
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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).
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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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