Timbers Rest & Fish Mkt (the) in Sanibel
Last inspected:
703 Tarpon Bay Rd, Sanibel, FL 339573113The Timbers has recorded 23 inspections with 213 total violations over its inspection history, averaging 9.3 violations per inspection — nearly double Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations dominate the record: proper hand and arm washing violations appear in 7 of the last 8 inspections; management awareness violations were cited in 5 of the last 6 inspections; employee health policy and employee health reporting violations appear repeatedly across multiple inspections; shell stock handling violations were documented in at least 4 inspections. The facility has incurred 2 disciplinary actions totaling $920 in fines. The most recent inspection on February 17, 2026 identified 12 violations including high-priority hand washing, consumer advisory, and management awareness violations, with an administrative complaint recommended. A prior inspection on May 9, 2025 also resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation after 11 violations were found. The facility has not been emergency-closed.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Timbers Rest & Fish Mkt (the) in Sanibel: Comparison to Lee County Averages
Timbers Rest & Fish Mkt (the) in Sanibel: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $920.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025044916 | $200.00 | May 9, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2017011296 | $720.00 | Feb 20, 2017 | Orlando |
Timbers Rest & Fish Mkt (the) in Sanibel: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections21 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections25 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections23 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections24 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 20 violations (15 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Timbers Rest & Fish Mkt (the) in Sanibel: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Timbers Rest & Fish Mkt (the) in Sanibel last inspected?
- Timbers Rest & Fish Mkt (the) in Sanibel was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 23, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Timbers Rest & Fish Mkt (the) in Sanibel?
- The most frequently cited violations at Timbers Rest & Fish Mkt (the) in Sanibel are: Proper hand/arm washing, Management awareness, Shell stock requirements.
- How many health inspections has Timbers Rest & Fish Mkt (the) in Sanibel had?
- Timbers Rest & Fish Mkt (the) in Sanibel has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Timbers Rest & Fish Mkt (the) in Sanibel find?
- Timbers Rest & Fish Mkt (the) in Sanibel was most recently inspected on April 23, 2026 with 9 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Timbers Rest & Fish Mkt (the) in Sanibel ever been shut down?
- No, Timbers Rest & Fish Mkt (the) 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 V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- Has Timbers Rest & Fish Mkt (the) in Sanibel faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Timbers Rest & Fish Mkt (the) in Sanibel has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $920.00 in fines.
- How much has Timbers Rest & Fish Mkt (the) in Sanibel been fined?
- Timbers Rest & Fish Mkt (the) in Sanibel has been fined a total of $920.00 across 2 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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