Fish House Rest (The)
Last inspected: Jan 7, 2026
52
Score
Inspectors have visited Fish House Rest (The) eight times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent visit was on Jan 7, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near six violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “stop sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome”, which has been cited two times.
Restaurants in Bonita Springs average 80, so Fish House Rest (The) trails the local norm. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
8
Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 7, 2026
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In small Bain Marie - yellow rice (117 F - Hot Holding); chili (119 F - Hot Holding) per operator food was hot holding for 90 minutes. Operator reheated to: chili (149 F - Reheating); yellow rice (151 F - Reheating) **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. In walk in cooler 15 five gallon buckets of ice stored in reused empty chemical buckets.
14-15-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. In walk in cooler 15 five gallon buckets of ice stored in reused empty chemical buckets. Inside walk in cooler at the market prep room was 30 - 8 oz portions of Black Grouper and the case was clearly labeled to remove from package prior to thawing; 65 - 4 oz portions of ahi tuna in packaging clearly labeled to remove prior to thawing and 15 - 8 oz portions of salmon in packaging clearly labeled to remove prior to thawing. All fish was till under reduced oxygen packaging and completely thawed. This is a repeat violation from the previous inspection dated 12-11-2025 **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
01B-13-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. In the market prep room
36-32-5
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Inside walk in cooler at the market prep room was 30 - 8 oz portions of Black Grouper and the case was clearly labeled to remove from package prior to thawing; 65 - 4 oz portions of ahi tuna in packaging clearly labeled to remove prior to thawing and 15 - 8 oz portions of salmon in packaging clearly labeled to remove prior to thawing. All fish was till under reduced oxygen packaging and completely thawed. This is a repeat violation from the previous inspection dated 12-11-2025 **Repeat Violation**
06-09-1
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At hand sink in the market employee bathroom.
31B-04-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Kitchen area has unsealed concrete floor. This is a repeat violation from the previous inspection dated 12-11-2025 **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
52
Dec 11, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee wearing gloves on expo line using cell phone then delivering clean plates to table. Spoke to operator regarding proper hand washing procedures.
12A-09-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observered 8 pieces of 6oz salmon with a label bearing "Remove from package prior to thawing" that was fully thawed and still under reduced oxygen packaging.
01B-13-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Yellow substance in a Windex bottle.
41-17-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observered 8 pieces of 6oz salmon with a label bearing "Remove from package prior to thawing" that was fully thawed and still under reduced oxygen packaging.
06-09-1
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom in back area by dish machine.
36-02-5
61
Mar 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
74
Nov 18, 2024
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
29
Aug 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled in the dish area.
41-17-4
90
Feb 27, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 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. Provided operator with written procedures. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
06-09-1
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
10-17-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed packaged frozen seaweed salad and precooked frozen lobster thawing in standing water. Operator turned on cool running water. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Cook line. Operator discarded cloth. **Corrected On-Site**
21-09-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense dressing. Operator removed cup. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
70
Aug 4, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in dry storage, kitchen areas.
36-37-5
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth, durable and easily cleanable in bar, kitchen or dry storage areas.
36-11-4
90
Jun 27, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Fish House Rest (The) last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Fish House Rest (The) on file is from Jan 7, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Fish House Rest (The)?
Across the inspection record, “stop sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Fish House Rest (The).
How does Fish House Rest (The) compare to other restaurants in Bonita Springs?
Fish House Rest (The) most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Bonita Springs average of 80.
Has Fish House Rest (The)'s inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Fish House Rest (The) have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Fish House Rest (The) means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Fish House Rest (The) inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Fish House Rest (The) is inspected around three times per year on average.
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