Farmers Market Restaurant
Last inspected: Oct 15, 2025
67
Score
Farmers Market Restaurant appears in inspection records 11 times, starting in 2022. Farmers Market Restaurant was last inspected on Oct 15, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around five violations, down from roughly eight violations earlier in the record.
The pattern that stands out is “single-service articles not stored inverted or protected”, which has been cited three times.
That's lower than the typical Fort Myers restaurant, which scores around 80. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
11
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
67
Jul 9, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured at prep area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-09: **Time Extended**
51-11-4
95
Jul 7, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
52
Feb 5, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw ground beef and raw pork chops over raw fish in reach in cooler on cook's line. Operator moved items to correct shelves for proper storage during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed 2 brown shell eggs cracked in tray in walk in cooler. Operator discarded eggs. **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-14-4
High Priority - Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee wipe hands on pants then pick up clean spatula to work food on flat top. Discussed proper hand washing practices with Operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-28-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink at end of cook's line. Operator refilled. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no food handler training for kitchen crew who have been working more than 60 days. Observed 5 cook and prep cooks no proof of training. Operator stated they ordered books.
53B-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed roasting pan on top of hand washing sink in kitchen. Operator removed pan. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 tank by soda rack unsecured.
51-11-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed prep cook wearing black wristband while preparing food on cook's line.
13-07-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clean plastic containers on bottom shelf of prep table ion cook's line.
16-46-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed coffee filters uncovered on counter by coffee machine. Operator covered. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
25-05-4
39
Jul 17, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
58
Mar 28, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
61
Sep 28, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 2 50 oz cans of Mushroom soup with dented rims in dry storage area. Operator voluntarily discarded cans during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee loading dirty dishes into dishwasher and removing clean dishes without changing gloves. Discussed proper glove use and hand washing with Operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee on cook's line without a hair restraint preparing food. Operator had employee put in a hat during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light shield missing in dishwasher area.
38-01-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Operator closed lids during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed styrofoam to go containers on cook's line not inverted. Operator inverted items. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed powdered sugar and brown sugar unlabeled at server station. Operator labeled items during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
58
Mar 20, 2023
Complaint Full
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 tank not secured by soda syrup rack.
51-11-4
Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed steam table set up next to hand washing sink on cooks line with no splash guard. **Repeat Violation**
24-27-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee wearing no hair restraint while preparing food.
13-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
82
Mar 9, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed #10 can of Tomato sauce with dented seam. Operator removed from circulation. **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-01-4
Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed steam table set up next to hand washing sink on cooks line with no splash guard.
24-27-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of pork tenderloins stored on floor in walk-in freezer. Operator moved to shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filter on counter at server station not covered with fresh coffee grounds. Operator covered during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken thawing in standing water on prep table next to three compartment sink. Operator put chicken under running water. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
70
Mar 3, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken breast stored over raw ground beef in reach in cooler on cooks line. Operator moved chicken to lowest shelf and beef above chicken. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed buildup of food debris on can opener blade **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal pans wet nesting on wire rack next to steam table on cooks line.
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed melted and separated gaskets in standup hot holding unit across from three compartment sink.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bag of flour stored on floor near dishwasher area. Operator moved to shelf during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
67
Aug 31, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw bone in chicken over cooked ham. Operator moved chicken to shelf with Raw chicken. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed cleaning supplies stored next to Cutting boards in dishwasher area. Operator separated items during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade with buildup of food debris on prep table next to steam table. Operator cleaned blade. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a watch while preparing food for customers on cooks line.
13-07-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed tile missing in front of three compartment sink.
36-17-5
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed insect control device over soup kettle on wait station. Operator moved kettle from under device. **Corrected On-Site**
35B-02-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed styrofoam to go containers on cook's line not inverted. Operator corrected. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
25-06-4
55
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Farmers Market Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Farmers Market Restaurant on file is from Oct 15, 2025. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Farmers Market Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “single-service articles not stored inverted or protected” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Farmers Market Restaurant.
How does Farmers Market Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
Farmers Market Restaurant most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has Farmers Market Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Farmers Market Restaurant have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Farmers Market Restaurant 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 Farmers Market Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Farmers Market Restaurant is inspected around four times per year on average.
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