Echo
Last inspected: Mar 6, 2026
55
Score
Echo appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 6, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around five violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “operating with an expired division of hotels”, which has been cited two times.
Compared to other Fort Myers restaurants (averaging 80), there's room to close the gap. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
7
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 6, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 12/01/25. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with onions. Operator placed in food grade container. **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Can opener. Operator cleaned can opener. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Operator inverted containers. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Cornmeal.
02D-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of gray-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with accumulation of debris inside cabinet underneath ice bin at bar.
23-03-4
55
May 28, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed scrub brush stored in hand wash sink at bar.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed precooked frozen chicken wings not date marked.
02C-04-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense parmesan cheese.
14-01-5
74
Sep 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 12/01/23. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink in kitchen blocked by brooms.
31A-09-4
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. Operator completed form. Educated operator on importance of completing forms. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Kitchen and bar.
41-17-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Acoustic ceiling in kitchen.
36-37-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
58
Sep 21, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
64
Jan 30, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 28, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle of cleaning chemical stored on shelving near pizza trays. Observed removed chemicals. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Microwave oven in kitchen. **Warning**
22-02-4
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt/sugar container. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02D-01-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense salt/sugar. **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris underneath hand wash sink in kitchen. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on top of ice machine between uses. **Warning**
10-12-5
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Forks. **Warning**
24-18-4
55
Jul 21, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-21: Observed Required employee training expired for all employees. **Admin Complaint**
53B-05-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Echo last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Echo on file is from Mar 6, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Echo?
Across the inspection record, “operating with an expired division of hotels” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Echo.
How does Echo compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
Echo most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has Echo's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Echo have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Echo 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 Echo inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Echo is inspected around two times per year on average.
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