Hideaway Sports Bar

1418 Dean Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901

Bar / Pub

Last inspected: Mar 23, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Public records show seven inspections at Hideaway Sports Bar stretching back to 2022. Hideaway Sports Bar was last inspected on Mar 23, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.

“No proof provided that food employees are informed” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

The city-wide average sits at 80, which Hideaway Sports Bar's 61 doesn't quite reach. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 23, 2026

Routine - Food

4 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ice being dumped at bar handwash sink. Educated the operator and employees of strictly to use for handwash sink.

31A-11-4

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. Emailed the form which was completed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

11-26-1

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. Emailed the form which was printed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

11-27-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a container with ice at bar handwash sink. Operator removed the container with ice. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

31A-09-4

Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concert at beer cooler.

36-02-5

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed the choking sign which was printed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

51-13-4

Mar 13, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Mar 5, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Feb 20, 2024

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 4 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information.

53B-10-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled.

22-02-4

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. Emailed manager DBPR Form HR 5030-103. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-26-1

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

22-20-5

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.

32-12-5

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn.

14-11-5

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.

36-17-5

Jul 17, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dish machine at 0ppm chlorine in kitchen. Operator is to use triple sink for sanitization or dish machine is bar area until machine dispenses chemicals at the proper concentration. **Corrected On-Site**

22-41-4

Feb 27, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dish machine at 0ppm chlorine. Operator began to set up 3 compartment. **Corrective Action Taken**

22-41-4

11-26-1

11-27-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed buildup in interior of ice machine.

22-20-5

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed container used as scoop in bulk pretzel salt. Operator moved item for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**

14-01-5

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed 2 unsecured tanks in kitchen. Operator secured tanks. **Corrected On-Site**

51-11-4

Jul 29, 2022

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed container used as scoop in tomato sauce in walk in cooler. Operator discarded cup. **Corrected On-Site**

14-01-5

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed tanks as unsecured near beer walk in cooler and in main bar area.

51-11-4

Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach on shelf above carbon dioxide tanks. Operator cleaned and sanitized area. **Corrected On-Site**

35A-03-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hideaway Sports Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hideaway Sports Bar on file is from Mar 23, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hideaway Sports Bar?

Across the inspection record, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Hideaway Sports Bar.

How does Hideaway Sports Bar compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?

Hideaway Sports Bar most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Myers average of 80.

Has Hideaway Sports Bar's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Hideaway Sports Bar have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Hideaway Sports Bar 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 Hideaway Sports Bar inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Hideaway Sports Bar is inspected around two times per year on average.

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