Sanibel Inn & Song of the Sea in Sanibel

Last inspected:

863 E Gulf Dr, Sanibel, FL 33957
Overview

Sanibel Inn & Song of the Sea, a 150-seat permanent food service establishment in Sanibel, has completed 21 inspections since 2021 with 29 total violations and no emergency closures. The facility averaged 1.4 violations per inspection, well below the statewide average of 5.2. A single disciplinary action resulted in $160 in fines. Allergen awareness violations appeared in three separate inspections (2021–2022). The most recent inspection on January 20, 2026 was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

21Inspections
29Violations
0Closures
$160in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Sanibel Inn & Song of the Sea in Sanibel: Comparison to Lee County Averages

This Facility 1.4 violations / inspection 1.4 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

Sanibel Inn & Song of the Sea in Sanibel: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $160.00

Disciplinary action history for Sanibel Inn & Song of the Sea in Sanibel
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
7--2019060376 $160.00 Oct 29, 2019 Fort Lauderdale

Sanibel Inn & Song of the Sea in Sanibel: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)

— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 5 inspections2 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Administrative complaint recommended

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied

Basic Violations

— 3 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 3 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
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

Sanibel Inn & Song of the Sea in Sanibel: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sanibel Inn & Song of the Sea in Sanibel last inspected?
Sanibel Inn & Song of the Sea in Sanibel was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 20, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Sanibel Inn & Song of the Sea in Sanibel?
The most frequently cited violations at Sanibel Inn & Song of the Sea in Sanibel are: Outer openings protected, Allergen awareness, Proper cooking temps.
How many health inspections has Sanibel Inn & Song of the Sea in Sanibel had?
Sanibel Inn & Song of the Sea in Sanibel has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 1.4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Sanibel Inn & Song of the Sea in Sanibel find?
Sanibel Inn & Song of the Sea in Sanibel was most recently inspected on January 20, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Sanibel Inn & Song of the Sea in Sanibel ever been shut down?
No, Sanibel Inn & Song of the Sea in Sanibel has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Sanibel Inn & Song of the Sea in Sanibel faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Sanibel Inn & Song of the Sea in Sanibel has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
How much has Sanibel Inn & Song of the Sea in Sanibel been fined?
Sanibel Inn & Song of the Sea in Sanibel has been fined a total of $160.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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