Hogbody's of North Ft Myers
Last inspected: Apr 24, 2026
78
Score
Hogbody's of North Ft Myers has been inspected eight times since 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 24, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near six violations per visit across recent inspections.
Across the inspection history, “open dumpster lid” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded five times.
Restaurants in North Fort Myers average 89, so Hogbody's of North Ft Myers trails the local norm. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 24, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed over 4 people working with food on cook line, manager stepped out. PIC name Krystal. No CFM.
53A-05-6
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between equipment across from fryers. **Repeat Violation**
10-17-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed server rolling silverware with some food contact surfaces pointed up at host stand.
24-18-4
78
Sep 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee on cook's line wearing gloves handling clean equipment and ready to eat wings removed gloves leave kitchen area and return put on new gloves p, no hand washing Knives under. Discussed proper glove usage with operator and hand washing. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink by wait station. Operator refilled paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing floor tiles in front of fryers. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed in use knives stored under spice rack on cook's line. Operator removed knives. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-17-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed buildup of dust on paper towel dispenser and circular fan above hand washing sink on wait station.
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Operator closed lid. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
61
Apr 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee bread raw chicken then change gloves without washing hands. Discussed proper hand washing with Operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-07-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-6
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed tiles missing in front of fryers on cook's line. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of straight cut fries stored on floor of walk in freezer.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed buildup of ice in walk in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives stored under spice rack on prep shelf across from fryers. Operator removed knives. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light bulb unshielded in walk in cooler by door.
38-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed heavy buildup on hood filters above fryers on cook's line. Operator stated hood company coming out tonight.
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Operator closed lids. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
58
Sep 17, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 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 pork ribs in walk in cooler. Operator moved chicken to sit above other raw chicken. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink by server station in kitchen. Operator refilled towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-14-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind soup station in server area with buildup of grease.
36-27-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bulk flour in plastic bin unlabeled end of cook's line.
02D-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage to two ceiling tiles by bar area and two tiles by expo area in kitchen.
36-32-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers on shelf above three compartment sink wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing floor tiles in front of fryers. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
52
Sep 20, 2023
Complaint Full
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents on air blower by rear exit by cook's line with buildup of dust and debris.
36-34-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food on cook's line with no hair restraint.
13-03-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing and cracked tiles by fryers on cook's line. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed buildup of ice on back of walk-in freezer condenser. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
82
Aug 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
64
Apr 5, 2023
Complaint Full
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers wet nesting on shelf above dishwasher. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-05: **Time Extended**
24-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles missing in front of fryers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-05: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed buildup of ice in walk-in freezer . **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-05: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-05: **Time Extended**
33-16-4
82
Jan 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Hogbody's of North Ft Myers last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Hogbody's of North Ft Myers on file is from Apr 24, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Hogbody's of North Ft Myers?
Across the inspection record, “open dumpster lid” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Hogbody's of North Ft Myers.
How does Hogbody's of North Ft Myers compare to other restaurants in North Fort Myers?
Hogbody's of North Ft Myers most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the North Fort Myers average of 89.
Has Hogbody's of North Ft Myers' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Hogbody's of North Ft Myers have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Hogbody's of North Ft Myers 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 Hogbody's of North Ft Myers inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Hogbody's of North Ft Myers is inspected around two times per year on average.
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