Fords Garage

2207 First St, Fort Myers, FL 33901

American

Last inspected: Dec 8, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Fords Garage seven times, with records going back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 8, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around two violations, down from roughly four violations earlier in the record.

“Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.

Among Fort Myers restaurants, the typical score is 80; Fords Garage is comfortably above that bar. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 8, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - Cooked poultry not reaching a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (158F - Cooking) plated for service. The operator discarded the chicken. **Corrected On-Site**

03C-44-5

Feb 25, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Aug 26, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water by ice machine.

36-22-4

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.

36-17-5

Feb 21, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 5 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand washing sink beside dishwashing machine being used as a dump sink. The manager spoke to operators about using hand washing sink as a dump sink. **Corrective Action Taken**

31A-11-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink near walk-in cooler. The manager placed paper towels at hand washing sink near walk-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container of panko and flour. The manager removed utensils from products. **Corrected On-Site**

10-01-5

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from hand washing sink near wall-in cooler.

29-11-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Repeat Violation**

36-34-5

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler under steam table gasket not sealed.

14-11-5

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.

36-17-5

Sep 13, 2023

Complaint Full

4 minor violations.

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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Feb 27, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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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 stored over raw pork in walk in cooler. Operator moved item for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-20-5

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed damaged and broken floor tiles in dry storage room.

36-17-5

Aug 24, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in drawers under flat top grill: brisket (49F - Cold Holding); salmon (50F - Cold Holding); raw beef (48F - Cold Holding). Operator moved items to walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken floor tiles on cook line.

36-17-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Fords Garage last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Fords Garage on file is from Dec 8, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Fords Garage?

Across the inspection record, “floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Fords Garage.

How does Fords Garage compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?

Fords Garage most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Myers average of 80.

Has Fords Garage's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Fords Garage have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Fords Garage 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 Fords Garage inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Fords Garage is inspected around two times per year on average.

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