Lodge at Heritage Palms

11070 Seminole Palm Way, Fort Myers, FL 33966-5745
American
Last inspected: Dec 19, 2025
58
Score
Medium Risk

Public records show five inspections at Lodge at Heritage Palms stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 19, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around six violations per visit versus roughly two violations earlier in the record.

Across the inspection history, “equipment in poor repair” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

That's lower than the typical Fort Myers restaurant, which scores around 80. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
5
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 19, 2025
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sinks.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sinks.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Wash solution in three-compartment sink less than 110 degrees Fahrenheit.
16-52-4
Basic - Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. The plans are approved for the originally licensed number of seats only. DBPR cannot record the proposed increase from the previously maximum seating level of 20 to the proposed 216 without proof of local fire and plumbing authority approval in the proposed increase.
51-15-4
58
Apr 23, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 4, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in bottom of Keg Cooler.
29-49-6
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on reach in cooler by grill.
14-11-5
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee beverage in reach in freezer unit.
12B-13-4
86
Apr 11, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on cooler next to cook line.
14-11-5
95
Dec 20, 2022
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed unsecured tank in front bar area and inside bar. Operator secured tanks. **Corrected On-Site**
51-11-4
Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed hood vents as soiled with grease buildup.
36-68-5
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lodge at Heritage Palms last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Lodge at Heritage Palms on file is from Dec 19, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Lodge at Heritage Palms?

Across the inspection record, “equipment in poor repair” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Lodge at Heritage Palms.

How does Lodge at Heritage Palms compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?

Lodge at Heritage Palms most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Myers average of 80.

Has Lodge at Heritage Palms' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Lodge at Heritage Palms have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Lodge at Heritage Palms 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 Lodge at Heritage Palms inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Lodge at Heritage Palms is inspected around two times per year on average.