Hooters Restaurant

4411 Cleveland Ave, Fort Myers, FL 339019011

American

Last inspected: Apr 23, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Inspectors have visited Hooters Restaurant eight times, with records going back to 2022. On Apr 23, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around three violations to closer to six violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, showing up two times.

By comparison, the average Fort Myers facility scores 80, putting Hooters Restaurant on the weaker side. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 23, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed stainless steel cleaner on top of dish machine. Operator relocated the item to the exterior back of establishment. **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

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. Observed Food Employee Reporting Agreement forms not fully completed due to no signature of permit holder. Operator completed the documents. **Corrected On-Site**

11-26-1

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operator able to provide the foodhandler training by the end of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

53B-01-5

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tile at office.

36-36-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple containers stacked with no airflow at dish shelf. **Repeat Violation**

24-08-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed multiple ice bags on the floor at Walk in Freezer and multiple water bottles at Beer Walk in Cooler. Operator removed the food items off the floor. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed multiple flour containers not labeled above poultry Reach in Cooler. Operator labeled the food item. **Corrected On-Site**

02D-01-5

Oct 2, 2025

Complaint Full

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Jan 8, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on prep table. Employee moved item for proper storage.

12B-07-4

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall damaged under 3 compartment sink. Operator states that they have contacted repair service

36-24-5

Jul 16, 2024

Routine - Food

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

View 4 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use

FL-06

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Nov 3, 2023

Complaint Full

3 minor violations.

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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 - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed buildup on beer lines in alcohol walk in cooler.

23-03-4

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Ob standing water in bottom of beer reach in cooler at outside bar area.

29-49-6

Jul 21, 2023

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling as soiled in keg cooler on ceiling and light fixture directly across from fans.

36-34-5

Jan 24, 2023

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Jul 27, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler on cook line: pasta (48F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (46F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (48F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (47F - Cold Holding); ambient air (39F - Cold Holding). Operator states that cooler had been open for a significant period of time due to the lunch rush. Operator instructed employees to keep the cooler closed for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled light covering in walk in cooler.

36-34-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed mold like substance near soda gun holster in bar area.

23-03-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hooters Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hooters Restaurant on file is from Apr 23, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hooters Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Hooters Restaurant.

How does Hooters Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?

Hooters Restaurant most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Myers average of 80.

Has Hooters Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Hooters Restaurant have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Hooters Restaurant 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 Hooters Restaurant inspected?

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

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