Chef R 71

11770 A Metro Pkwy, Fort Myers, FL 33993
Other
Last inspected: Oct 13, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Chef R 71 has four inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent visit was on Oct 13, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “establishment has no written procedures for employees”, showing up three times.

Compared to the broader Fort Myers restaurant scene, this is about average. The record reflects steady performance over time.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 13, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
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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. Printed Out Clean Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR Form HR 5030-204 for Owner. The owner posted form during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink blocked by pot and cups. The owner removed pot and cups from handwashing sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
82
Apr 14, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations.
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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. Printed out Clean Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR Form HR 5030-203 for Owner. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink blocked by dishes and soap. The owner removed items from handwashing sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed ground beef in reach-in cooler not date marked.
02C-02-5
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.
53B-14-5
67
Dec 12, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
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. Printed out Clean Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR Form HR 5030-204. for Owner. The owner posted form during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
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. Printed out Employee Reporting Form HR 5030-203 for Owner. The owner filled out form during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
82
Jul 7, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chef R 71 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chef R 71 on file is from Oct 13, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Chef R 71?

Across the inspection record, “establishment has no written procedures for employees” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Chef R 71.

How does Chef R 71 compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?

Chef R 71 most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Fort Myers average of 80.

Has Chef R 71's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Chef R 71 have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Chef R 71 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Chef R 71 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Chef R 71 is inspected around two times per year on average.