Harold's
Last inspected: Jan 28, 2026
70
Score
Going back to 2022, Harold's has eight inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 28, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near six violations each time.
When inspectors have written things up, “working containers of food removed” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
The city-wide average sits at 80, which Harold's 70 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 28, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Operator replaced brush with food grade brush. **Corrected On-Site**
14-14-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed container of potatoes stored on floor in front of walk in cooler. Operator placed potatoes off of floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Operator discarded cloth. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Operator placed sanitizer bucket inside another bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour bins. Operator labeled bins. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Operator discarded beverage. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-12-5
70
Aug 26, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed strainer stored in hand wash sink at front bar area. Educated operator on hand wash sink only. Operator removed strainer. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - Ceiling vent soiled with accumulated dust above hand wash near walk in cooler.
36-34-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphone stored on cutting board. Operator removed cellphone. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated gray/black-like substance in corner at end of cook line near reach in freezer. Educated operator on cleaning wall.
36-27-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour bins.
02D-01-5
74
Nov 15, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
58
Aug 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed strainer stored in hand wash sink at front bar area.
31A-11-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
10-20-4
86
Dec 20, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
61
Sep 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
58
Mar 21, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed five 16 oz cans of garbanzo beans dented.
01B-01-4
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.
11-27-4
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.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Educated operator on importance of labeling. Operator labeled bottle. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Basic - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination different than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Establishment using reduced oxygen packaging for raw fish.
03G-50-1
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphone stored on table in food prep in kitchen.
40-06-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed containers of sauces stored on floor in walk in cooler.
08B-47-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
10-20-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt/sugar container.
02D-01-5
47
Sep 13, 2022
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-07-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink at cook line. Operator placed paper towels at hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Dishwash area. **Warning**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink used to rinse beater. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-13-4
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Harold's last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Harold's on file is from Jan 28, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Harold's?
Across the inspection record, “working containers of food removed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Harold's.
How does Harold's compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
Harold's most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has Harold's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Harold's have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Harold's 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 Harold's inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Harold's is inspected around two times per year on average.
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