Mcalisters Deli #101117
Last inspected: Feb 17, 2026
90
Score
Inspectors have visited Mcalisters Deli #101117 10 times, with records going back to 2022. On Feb 17, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.
“Employee personal items stored” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Fort Myers restaurant scores 80. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 17, 2026
Complaint Full
2 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal pans wet nesting on shelf above three compartment sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-17: **Time Extended**
24-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Observed self closing device broken on men's bathroom door. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-17: **Time Extended**
32-17-4
90
Feb 13, 2026
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towel dispenser unable to dispense paper towels at hand washing sink next to commercial ice machine. **Warning**
31B-05-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal pans wet nesting on shelf above three compartment sink. **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle laying in shredded cheese at build table on cook's line. Operator removed handle from cheese. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-01-5
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed soiled dry wiping cloth on counter in front of oven on cook's line. Operator removed cloth from line. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-10-4
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed unnecessary/unused reach in cooler in prep kitchen disconnected and empty. **Warning**
33-31-5
Basic - Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Observed self closing device broken on men's bathroom door. **Warning**
32-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed 10-12 dead roaches in a commercial control device in manager office under desk. **Warning**
35A-06-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 4-5 dead roaches inside old equipment in prep kitchen. Disconnected and empty reach in cooler back prep area. **Warning**
35A-03-4
64
Jul 1, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee wipe dirty counter with gloved hands then change gloves without washing hands first to build a ready to eat sandwich and handle clean knife. Discussed proper glove usage and hand washing with Operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-07-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink by front counter and sink adjacent to cook's line. Operator replaced towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed wall molding separating from wall exposing wall behind frp next to mop sink.
36-03-4
74
Jan 28, 2025
Complaint Full
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic pans wet nesting on shelf next to three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Observed self closing device disconnected from men's bathroom door.
32-17-4
90
Nov 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ice dumped in hand washing sink by front counter. Operator spoke to employees about not using sink as a dump sink. **Corrective Action Taken**
31A-11-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone on prep table across from steam table. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing runner bracelets on wrist while preparing food on cook's line.
13-07-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers wet nesting on shelf above three compartment sink.
24-08-4
78
Jul 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
82
Dec 19, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
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Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
74
Jul 14, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed buildup of mold like substance in ice machine.
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 with Employee Reporting Agreement DBPR Form HR 5030-103 via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
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. Provided Operator with Clean up Form DBPR HR 5030-104 via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on hot holding unit for baked potatoes. Operator mov3d to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on prep table across from ice machine. Operator removed cloth and put in dirty linen. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
67
Oct 31, 2022
Complaint Full
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed expired license on wall. 12/01/2021. Operator replaced with current license. **Corrected On-Site**
50-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed damaged light shield in ladies restroom above handicap stall. Operator has stall blocked off until repaired. **Corrective Action Taken**
38-01-4
86
Jul 15, 2022
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance inside ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee purse on top of microwave next to cooks line. Operator moved during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers wet nesting on wire shelf next to three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mcalisters Deli #101117 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mcalisters Deli #101117 on file is from Feb 17, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mcalisters Deli #101117?
Across the inspection record, “employee personal items stored” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Mcalisters Deli #101117.
How does Mcalisters Deli #101117 compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
Mcalisters Deli #101117 most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has Mcalisters Deli #101117's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mcalisters Deli #101117 have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Mcalisters Deli #101117 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 Mcalisters Deli #101117 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mcalisters Deli #101117 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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