El Nuevo Maguey Bar and Grill
Last inspected: Mar 30, 2026
90
Score
Going back to 2022, El Nuevo Maguey Bar and Grill has eight inspections in the public record. El Nuevo Maguey Bar and Grill was last inspected on Mar 30, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around three violations compared to roughly six violations earlier on.
When inspectors have written things up, “no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
Restaurants in Fort Myers average 80, so El Nuevo Maguey Bar and Grill is doing better than most peers. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 30, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Manager certification expired 11/27/2025. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-30: One time time extension. **Time Extended**
53A-03-7
90
Dec 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12/01/2025. **Warning**
50-17-3
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Manager certification expired 11/27/2025. **Warning**
53A-03-7
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign in men's bathroom. Printed a hand washing sign for Operator and they hung it up. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-04-4
74
May 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker at mop sink threaded hose bibb.
29-34-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beef thawing in three compartment sink without running water. Operator turned on water over beef during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed ceramic bowl used as a scoop in bulk dry rice bin. Operator removed bowl. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed fluorescent lights over kitchen area not shielded. **Repeat Violation**
38-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign in men's bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
70
Jan 9, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken over unwashed limes in walk in cooler. Operator moved chicken to lowest shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign in men's bathroom.
31B-04-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clean plastic containers in prep area. **Repeat Violation**
16-46-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed lights over cook's line missing shields. **Repeat Violation**
38-07-4
74
Apr 25, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 1-#10 can of Trattoria spaghetti sauce with deep dented rim on canned goods shelf next to Manager's office. Operator voluntarily discarded. **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed can of Hot Shot on shelf next to three compartment sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-05-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
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**
11-26-1
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed missing light shield over light on cook's line.
38-07-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clean metal pans stored under prep table across from cook's line. **Repeat Violation**
16-46-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bulk sugar unlabeled in clear plastic container under microwave behind cook's line.
02D-01-5
50
Nov 28, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored ocpver unwashed produce peppers in reach in cooler. Operator moved eggs to lower shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter on prep table next to stove at 54F. Operator stated it was out for an hour. Operator put butter into reach in cooler during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board on prep table across from cook's line has deep grooves.
14-09-4
Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed handle to cold water stripped at hand washing sink next to three compartment sink. Operator stated repair is scheduled for this week.
29-09-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on containers stored under prep table across from cook's line.
16-46-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen raw chicken thawing at room temperature in prep sink across from cook's line. Operator turned on cold water over chicken during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
61
May 30, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
55
Dec 21, 2022
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Observed drain cover missing in floor drain in dry storage area. **Repeat Violation**
29-18-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed missing light shields for fluorescent bulbs in kitchen above prep table next to flat top.
38-01-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign in men's restroom. Operator put up hand washing sign. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clean metal pans next to prep sink under prep table.
16-46-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was El Nuevo Maguey Bar and Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at El Nuevo Maguey Bar and Grill on file is from Mar 30, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at El Nuevo Maguey Bar and Grill?
Across the inspection record, “no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at El Nuevo Maguey Bar and Grill.
How does El Nuevo Maguey Bar and Grill compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
El Nuevo Maguey Bar and Grill most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has El Nuevo Maguey Bar and Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at El Nuevo Maguey Bar and Grill have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at El Nuevo Maguey Bar and Grill 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 El Nuevo Maguey Bar and Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, El Nuevo Maguey Bar and Grill is inspected around two times per year on average.
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