BIMINI BAIT SHACK
17501 HARBOUR POINTE DR · FORT MYERS · Lee County · FL 33908
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
14 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 4
14-31-5High Priority – Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with tomato. Operator removed bag. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6High Priority – Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed containers of raw shrimp stored over sandwiches in drawer reach in cooler at cook line. Operator switched containers. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced tomatoes 58F cold hold, cheddar cheese 60F cold hold less than 4 hours. Operator double panned with ice. Observed Stuffed oysters 58F cold hold and clams 58F cold hold more than 4 hours. Stop Sale **Repeat Violation**
41-10-4High Priority – Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored near clean equipment. Educated operator on proper storage of chemicals. Operator removed chemicals. **Corrected On-Site**
Intermediate 2
31A-11-4Intermediate – Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed tongs stored in hand wash sink at cook line. Operator removed tongs. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4Intermediate – No soap provided at handwash sink at cook line. Operator placed soap at hand wash sink. Operator placed soap at hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
Basic 8
14-01-5Basic – Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense sauce. Operator removed cup. **Corrected On-Site**
28-02-4Basic – Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Observed pipes leaking from underneath building. Educated operator on importance of fixing pipes. Note: Establishment has a work order in place to fix **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4Basic – Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris underneath shelving in downstairs chemical dry storage room. Educated operator on routine cleaning. **Repeat Violation**
08B-47-4Basic – Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed boxes of raw oysters stored underneath shelving in walk in cooler. Educated operator on importance of storing food off of floor. Operator placed boxes off of floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
16-46-4Basic – Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Operator removed labels. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5Basic – Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen hot dogs thawing in standing water. Operator turned on cool running water. **Corrective Action Taken**
29-11-4Basic – Water leaking from pipe underneath dishwasher area/building. Educated operator on the importance of fixing. Note: Establishment has a work order in process place to fix. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
21-38-4Basic – Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Educated operator on having sanitizer bucket off of floor. Operator fixed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 22, 2026 7:53 AM.
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Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.