Cowboy up Saloon

1609-1611 Hendry St, Fort Myers, FL 33901

Bar / Pub

Last inspected: Apr 6, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Inspectors have visited Cowboy up Saloon five times, with records going back to 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 6, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around seven violations per visit versus roughly two violations earlier in the record.

“Establishment has no written procedures for employees” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Cowboy up Saloon's latest score of 58 falls below the Fort Myers average of 80. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 6, 2026

Routine - Food

4 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 7 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. Observed no Vomit and Diarrhea Cleaning Written Procedure. **Warning**

11-27-4

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**

53A-01-7

Intermediate - 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. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

53B-01-5

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. Observed no proof provided for Food Employee Reporting Agreement. **Warning**

11-26-1

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Warning**

51-13-4

Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed straws not individually wrapped at bar counter. **Warning**

25-27-4

Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Observed no waste line at multiple soda gun holsters at bar. **Warning**

29-17-4

Jun 18, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Jan 22, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed both hand wash sinks at both bars as blocked at the time of inspection. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-22: **Time Extended**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-22: **Time Extended**

53B-01-5

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed beer on floor in front of keg cooler closest to front door. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-22: **Time Extended**

36-73-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash signs in bathrooms. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-22: **Time Extended**

31B-04-4

Apr 18, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed both hand wash sinks at both bars as blocked at the time of inspection. **Warning**

31A-09-4

53B-01-5

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed beer on floor in front of keg cooler closest to front door. **Warning**

36-73-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash signs in bathrooms. **Warning**

31B-04-4

Mar 15, 2023

Routine - Food

4 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 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. Emailed to operator. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

11-27-4

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**

53A-01-7

53B-01-5

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. Emailed to operator. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

11-26-1

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed unsecured tanks in weekend bar. **Warning**

51-11-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine as soiled. **Warning**

22-20-5

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cowboy up Saloon last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cowboy up Saloon on file is from Apr 6, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cowboy up Saloon?

Across the inspection record, “establishment has no written procedures for employees” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Cowboy up Saloon.

How does Cowboy up Saloon compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?

Cowboy up Saloon most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Myers average of 80.

Has Cowboy up Saloon's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Cowboy up Saloon have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Cowboy up Saloon 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 Cowboy up Saloon inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Cowboy up Saloon is inspected around two times per year on average.

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