Cracker Barrel #119

4260 Boatways Rd, Fort Myers, FL 33905
American
Last inspected: Jan 5, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged nine inspections at Cracker Barrel #119, the earliest from 2022. The most recent visit was on Jan 5, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.

Compared to the broader Fort Myers restaurant scene, where the average is 80, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 5, 2026
Complaint Full
2 minor violations.
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Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
90
Dec 11, 2025
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Single-Use/Single-Service Articles Properly Stored and Used
FL-45
82
Mar 31, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with clear liquid hanging over large kettles in prep kitchen. Operator removed spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed bag of potatoes thawing in prep sink no running water. Operator discarded potatoes during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
86
Aug 15, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee cracking raw she'll eggs no gloves, pick up clean utensils then pick up clean plate ware to serve food on. Discussed proper hand washing and glove usage with Operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-27-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed buildup of debris on fan vents in walk in cooler with raw chicken and steak.
36-34-5
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed standing water in hand washing sink in men's bathroom. Operator stated he has work call out and plumber getting parts to repair. **Corrective Action Taken**
29-20-5
78
Jan 12, 2024
Complaint Full
5 minor violations.
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Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee food stored on shelf in walk in cooler above food served to customers. Operator moved item for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in 2 reach in freezer units on cook line across from flat top grills.
14-69-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed accumulation of debris in bottom of oven.
22-08-4
Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed 2 missing drip trays in hood system on cook line.
14-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease buildup on shelf above fryers.
23-03-4
78
Sep 1, 2023
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
64
Aug 21, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
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Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
74
May 31, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
82
Dec 8, 2022
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal pans wet nesting back prep area.
24-08-4
Basic - Exhaust system operated with filters removed. No means to capture grease and/or condensation to prevent dripping. Observed hoods removed over fryers. Operator had them put back in. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-72-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed dry wash cloth on cooks line next to steam table. Operator removed from area. **Corrected On-Site**
21-10-4
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cracker Barrel #119 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cracker Barrel #119 on file is from Jan 5, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

How does Cracker Barrel #119 compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?

Cracker Barrel #119 most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Myers average of 80.

Has Cracker Barrel #119's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cracker Barrel #119 have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Cracker Barrel #119 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 Cracker Barrel #119 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Cracker Barrel #119 is inspected around three times per year on average.