LIGHTNING STRIKES
4140 FOWLER ST · FORT MYERS · Lee County · FL 33901
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
15 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 1
08A-20-5High Priority – Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed container of raw chicken stored over raw bacon in reach in cooler in back food prep area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
Intermediate 6
28-07-4Intermediate – Employee dumping mop water in the three-compartment sink / food preparation sink. **Warning**
31A-11-4Intermediate – Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sponge stored in front service handwash sink and observed spray bottle stored in handwash sink in dishwash area. Operator removed sponge and bottle. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
53A-01-7Intermediate – Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-07-6Intermediate – No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
31B-02-4Intermediate – No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in dishwash area. **Warning**
53B-01-5Intermediate – No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
Basic 8
16-03-4Basic – Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. **Warning**
22-20-5Basic – Accumulation of gray/black-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning**
36-22-4Basic – Floor area at cook line covered with standing water. **Warning**
36-73-4Basic – Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris at cook line, underneath shelving in dry storage, and underneath cooking equipment. **Warning**
14-13-4Basic – Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Observed can opener blade rusting. **Warning**
22-08-4Basic – Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of grease/food debris. **Warning**
23-03-4Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt on shelving underneath handwash sink and soda machine at front service area. Observed buildup of food debris on outside of fryers at cook line. **Warning**
02D-01-5Basic – Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt container at front service area. **Warning**
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 16, 2026 7:42 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.