Thistle Lodge in Sanibel
Last inspected:
2255 W Gulf Dr, Sanibel, FL 33957Thistle Lodge in Sanibel has accumulated 145 violations across 27 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.4 per visit. The facility has not been shut down and faces one $200 disciplinary fine on record. Fire inspections documented extension cords in use at the prep station and beverage area in 2017. The facility's most recent inspection in February 2026 found 4 violations including one high-priority citation, following a pattern of compliance through 2024-2025.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Thistle Lodge in Sanibel: Comparison to Lee County Averages
This Facility
5.4
violations / inspection
5.4 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
Thistle Lodge in Sanibel: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2018039536 | $200.00 | Jun 26, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
Thistle Lodge in Sanibel: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 3 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 47-03-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2017-03-14: Observed extension cords in use in side prep station at end of cookline and side wait/beverage station. For reporting purposes only. - From follow-up inspection on 2017-03-15: - From follow-up inspection on 2017-05-17: For reporting purposes only.
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.
— Routine - Food · 47-03-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2017-03-14: Observed extension cords in use in side prep station at end of cookline and side wait/beverage station. For reporting purposes only. - From follow-up inspection on 2017-03-15:
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.
— Routine - Food · 47-03-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Observed extension cords in use in side prep station at end of cookline and side wait/beverage station. For reporting purposes only.
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.
Thistle Lodge in Sanibel: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections0 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.
— 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 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 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
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections34 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections27 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 21 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Thistle Lodge in Sanibel: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Thistle Lodge in Sanibel last inspected?
- Thistle Lodge in Sanibel was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 25, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Thistle Lodge in Sanibel?
- The most frequently cited violations at Thistle Lodge in Sanibel are: Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Thistle Lodge in Sanibel had?
- Thistle Lodge in Sanibel has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Thistle Lodge in Sanibel find?
- Thistle Lodge in Sanibel was most recently inspected on February 25, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Thistle Lodge in Sanibel ever been shut down?
- No, Thistle Lodge in Sanibel 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 V41 (Toilet facilities) mean?
- Violation 41 (Toilet facilities) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/41.
- Has Thistle Lodge in Sanibel had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Thistle Lodge in Sanibel has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Thistle Lodge in Sanibel faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Thistle Lodge in Sanibel has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Thistle Lodge in Sanibel been fined?
- Thistle Lodge in Sanibel has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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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