Lumber Axe
Last inspected: Feb 5, 2026
50
Score
The health department has logged seven inspections at Lumber Axe, the earliest from 2022. The most recent visit was on Feb 5, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near five violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “no proof provided that food employees are informed”, which has been cited three times.
The city-wide average sits at 80, which Lumber Axe's 50 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
7
Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 5, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. In walk in cooler; commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged raw tuna bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Stop sale.
01B-13-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach in cooler; raw shrimp stored over mayo containers. Operator removed raw shrimp to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun soiled with food debris.
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. Provided operator employee health reporting agreement. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Bowl with no handle used to dispense ranch dressing. Operator removed the bowl. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Single-service drinking cups stored on floor at dry storage.
25-05-4
Basic - In walk in cooler; commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged raw tuna bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Stop sale.
06-09-1
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at cook line.
14-09-4
50
Oct 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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. Provided operator Employee Health Reporting Agreement. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Multiple ceiling tiles shows damage at dry storage.
36-32-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees near dishmachine. Provided operator handwashing sign. **Corrective Action Taken**
31B-04-4
82
May 15, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable at food storage area.
36-37-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Clean ice bucket not stored inverted at top of ice machine. Operator stored ice bucket inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Water bottle cases stored on floor at bar area.
08B-38-4
Basic - Multiple ceiling tiles shows damage or is in disrepair at food storage area.
36-32-5
82
Mar 6, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
50
May 17, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at bar. Operator labeled spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink used to stored cleaning items. Operator removed cleaning items to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
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. Provided operator employee health reporting agreement and employees signed agreement at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on top of ice bin between uses. Operator removed ice scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
22-20-5
67
Jun 15, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
58
Dec 7, 2022
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap provided at sink in dishroom area. Operator provided soap. Repeat 5/18/2022**Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Two CO2 containers behind the bar not secured Repeat 5/18/2022 **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food storage area. Repeat 5/18/2022 . **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Bathrooms on axe side of establishment does not have self closing doors on both men and women's restroom
32-04-4
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Lumber Axe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Lumber Axe on file is from Feb 5, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Lumber Axe?
Across the inspection record, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Lumber Axe.
How does Lumber Axe compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
Lumber Axe most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has Lumber Axe's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Lumber Axe have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Lumber Axe means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Lumber Axe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Lumber Axe is inspected around two times per year on average.
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