Angel Restaurant & Jerk Center
Last inspected: Jan 23, 2026
67
Score
The health department has logged 10 inspections at Angel Restaurant & Jerk Center, the earliest from 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 23, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near five violations each time.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food”, showing up four times.
Compared to other Fort Myers restaurants (averaging 80), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
10
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 23, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Open, operating and serving to public with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license; 12/01/25.
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach in cooler; raw shell eggs stored over chopped plantains. Operator removed raw shell eggs to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. **Repeat Violation**
33-23-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In use spoon stored in standing water at 84F at cook line. Operator removed the spoon. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
67
Sep 10, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.
33-23-4
Basic - In-use scoop stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit at front counter. Operator discarded water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour in large plastic bin not labeled at prep area. Operator labeled the bin. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
86
May 16, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed knife holder with buildup of food debris on wall of prep kitchen.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand washing sink by front counter. Operator replaced soap. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastics bowl in bulk flour in prep kitchen. Operator replaced bowl with handled scoop. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in use ice cream scoops in standing water at 104F.
10-07-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bulk flour unlabeled in large plastic bin inside prep kitchen.
02D-01-5
70
Jan 16, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12/01/2024.
50-17-3
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed can of Raid in kitchen area next to reach in freezer. Operator removed from kitchen area. **Corrected On-Site**
41-05-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed soap dispenser empty in public restroom. Operator refilled soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic bowl used as scoop in bulk flour bin. **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
61
Oct 22, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed unisex bathroom door has no self closer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Time Extended**
32-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl used as a scoop in bulk flour bin. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Time Extended**
14-01-5
74
Jun 4, 2024
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Certified Food Manager expired 04/04/2024. Operator stated they are scheduled to renew. **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Provided Owner information to upload and submit a remodel application with plans and menu through their existing licensed account. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
51-16-7
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed unisex bathroom door has no self closer. **Warning**
32-04-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl used as a scoop in bulk flour bin. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
52
Mar 22, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
74
Jun 13, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
67
May 19, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided Operator with Clean up Form DBPR HR 5030-104 via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-19: **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided Operator with Employee Reporting Agreement DBPR Form HR 5030-103 via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-19: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles missing by three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-19: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in use ice cream scoop in standing water 84F. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-19: **Time Extended**
10-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop sitting in mop bucket next to water heater. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-19: **Time Extended**
42-01-4
70
Mar 16, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed spray can of Raid across from three compartment sink. Operator removed can. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-05-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-14-5
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided Operator with Clean up Form DBPR HR 5030-104 via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided Operator with Employee Reporting Agreement DBPR Form HR 5030-103 via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee not wearing a hair restraint while preparing food for customers. **Warning**
13-02-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles missing by three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in use ice cream scoop in standing water 84F. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop sitting in mop bucket next to water heater. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
42-01-4
52
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Angel Restaurant & Jerk Center last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Angel Restaurant & Jerk Center on file is from Jan 23, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Angel Restaurant & Jerk Center?
Across the inspection record, “bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Angel Restaurant & Jerk Center.
How does Angel Restaurant & Jerk Center compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
Angel Restaurant & Jerk Center most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has Angel Restaurant & Jerk Center's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Angel Restaurant & Jerk Center have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Angel Restaurant & Jerk Center means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Angel Restaurant & Jerk Center inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Angel Restaurant & Jerk Center is inspected around three times per year on average.
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