Mcgregor Food & Spirits Company
Last inspected: Nov 12, 2025
41
Score
Mcgregor Food & Spirits Company appears in inspection records 11 times, starting in 2022. The most recent report on file is from Nov 12, 2025. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around seven violations to closer to 12 violations.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used”, showing up nine times.
Mcgregor Food & Spirits Company's latest score of 41 falls below the Fort Myers average of 80. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
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Inspections
2
Critical latest
3
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 12, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed three 6lb cans of tomato sauce dented and one 6lb can of hot fudge topping rusted. Operator separated cans to be returned to distributor. **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed container of raw chopped beef stored over raw cod in reach in cooler in back food prep area. Operator switched containers. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ice bucket stored inside hand wash sink next to ice machine.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Spray bottles containing toxic substance not labeled in dishwash area.
41-17-4
Intermediate - Water pressure lacking at fixtures that require the use of water. Hand wash sink in men's restroom.
27-17-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sink in women's restroom and hand wash sink next to ice machine. Educated operator on importance of having hand sign. Provided operator with sign. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Educated operator on importance of inverting containers. **Repeat Violation**
25-06-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed packages of frozen raw fish thawing at room temperature.
06-01-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe underneath hand wash sink in back food prep area.
29-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of slime-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
41
Aug 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Food stored in ice used for drinks. Observed bottled water stored in drink ice. Operator removed bottled water. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-56-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored food and food equipment. Educated operator on proper storage of chemicals. Operator removed chemicals. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Spray bottles containing toxic substance not labeled.
41-17-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sinks in back food prep area blocked by bread cart. Educated operator on importance of not blocking hand wash sink. Operator removed bread cart. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink at bar used as a dump sink. Educated operator on hand wash sink only. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Operator discarded basting brush. **Corrected On-Site**
14-14-4
Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Operator removed beverage. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-12-5
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall in dishwash area.
36-24-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice at bar. Educated operator on proper storage of ice scoop. Operator fixed handle. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-08-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
10-17-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sink in women's restroom and hand wash sink next to ice machine. Educated operator on importance of having hand sign.
31B-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.
25-06-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour container.
02D-01-5
35
Dec 10, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored by clean food equipment.
41-10-4
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine concentration at 0 ppm. Educated operator on proper sanitizing concentration. Operator primed sanitizer and fixed dish machine. Rechecked concentration at 100 ppm. Repeat violation from 05/21/24 and 09/19/24. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed container of raw chicken stored over cooked chicken. Operator placed raw chicken on bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink in back food prep area blocked by bread cart. Educated operator on importance of keeping hand wash sink accessible. **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container stored in hand wash sink between dishwash area and cook line. Observed hand wash sink at bar used as a dump sink.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink next to outside ice machine.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pasta in walk in cooler not date marked.
02C-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense pasta salad.
14-01-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Bar.
10-08-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Educated operator on proper storage of tongs. **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Women's restroom and hand wash sink next to outside ice machine. Educated operator on importance of having hand wash sign. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen raw cod thawing at room temperature in dishwash area.
06-01-5
32
Sep 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine concentration at 0 ppm. Educated operator on proper sanitizing concentration. Operator added more sanitizer. Rechecked concentration at 50 ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink in back food prep area blocked by bread cart. Educated operator on importance of keeping hand wash sink accessible. **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
41-17-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cooks.
13-03-4
Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
14-42-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Educated operator on proper storage of tongs. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Women's restroom. Educated operator on importance of having hand wash sign. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.
25-06-4
Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Spoons at end of cook line.
25-02-4
52
May 28, 2024
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
May 21, 2024
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine concentration at 0 ppm. Educated operator on monitoring dish machine. Repeat violation from 11/16/23. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
22-41-4
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed turkey date marked 05/12/24. Stop Sale. Operator discarded turkey. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb in dishwash area. **Warning**
29-34-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink in dishwash area blocked by bread cart and mop bucket blocking hand wash sink next to outside ice machine. Educated operator on having hand wash sinks accessible. Operator removed cart. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink next to outside ice machine. Educated operator on importance of having paper towels at hand wash sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-02-4
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink next to outside ice machine. Educated operator on importance of having hand soap at hand wash sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Educated operator on proper storage of tongs. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - Accumulation of yellow-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Restrooms and hand wash sink next to outside ice machine. Educated operator on importance of having hand wash signs. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Objectionable odors in women's restroom and/or dining room entrance areas of the establishment. Establishment is aware of issue and has work order in place to redirect airflow. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
36-64-5
32
Nov 16, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine concentration at 0 ppm. Operator primed sanitizer. Rechecked concentration at 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed container of raw fish stored over bottle of salad oil in back reach in cooler. Operator placed raw fish on bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored by clean food equipment. Operator removed chemicals. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb next to outside mop sink.
29-34-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink in dishwash area and hand wash sink next to outside ice machine. Educated operator on importance of having soap at hand wash sink. Operator placed soap at hand wash sink. **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
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 written procedures. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink in dishwash area blocked by bread cart. Educated operator on importance of having hand wash sink accessible. Operator removed cart. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink at bar. Hand wash sink next to outside ice machine. Educated operator on having paper towels at hand wash sink next to outside ice machine. Operator placed paper towels at hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook.
13-03-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Bar.
10-08-5
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on top of outside ice machine between uses.
10-12-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sink next to outside ice machine. Educated operator on importance of having hand wash sign at hand wash sink next to outside ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Spoons at cook line. **Corrected On-Site**
25-02-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour bin in back food prep area. Educated operator on importance of labeling. Operator labeled container. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
25
Sep 11, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 13, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Warning**
29-42-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed container of raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat butter pats in reach in cooler at kitchen entrance. Operator placed raw shell eggs on bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink in dishwash area blocked by bread cart. Educated operator on importance of keeping hand wash sink unblocked. Operator removed bread cart. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink next to outside ice machine and hand wash sink at bar. **Warning**
31B-02-4
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink in dishwash area and hand wash sink next to outside ice machine. Educated operator on importance of having soap at hand wash sinks. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed bottled water stored on floor near back kitchen exit. **Warning**
08B-47-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sink in dishwash area, hand wash sink at bar, men's restroom, and hand wash sink next to outside ice machine. Educated operator on importance of having hand wash signs at hand wash sinks .**Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Objectionable odors in bathrooms of the establishment. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-64-5
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Coffee filters. **Warning**
25-06-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler across from fryers. **Warning**
29-49-6
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour bin. Operator labeled bin. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02D-01-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
35
Nov 21, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine concentration at 0 ppm. Operator changed sanitizer and Operator called technician. Rechecked concentration at 50ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
12A-07-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink in dishwash area blocked by bread cart. Operator removed cart. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed scrub brush stored in hand wash sink in dishwash area. Operator removed scrub brush. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink in dishwash area. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink next to outside ice machine. Educated operator on importance of having soap at hand wash sink near ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Basic - Ceiling tiles missing in dishwash area.
36-36-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed bag of onions stored on floor in kitchen.
08B-47-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall underneath window in dishwash area. **Repeat Violation**
36-24-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
10-20-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sink in dishwash area, men's restroom, and hand wash sink next to outside ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment.
36-64-5
Basic - Outdoor ice machine with no overhead protection.
08B-61-5
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.
25-06-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed container of raw frozen calamari and shrimp thawing at room temperature.
06-01-5
32
Jul 14, 2022
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored on shelving near food items. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine concentration at 0 ppm. Operator fixed. Rechecked concentration at 50 ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-41-4
High Priority - Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area on shelving near food items. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-24-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed container of raw chopped beef stored over container of raw shrimp. Operator switched containers. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink next to outside ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink next outside ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Basic - Ceiling soiled with accumulated food debris, grease substance above reach in cooler at end of cook line across from fryers.
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed bottled water stored on floor in hallway.
08B-47-4
Basic - Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Observed can opener blade rusting.
14-13-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall above underneath window in dishwash area. **Repeat Violation**
36-24-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sink in back food prep area, hand wash sink in men's restroom, and hand wash sink next outside ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour bin. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
32
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mcgregor Food & Spirits Company last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mcgregor Food & Spirits Company on file is from Nov 12, 2025. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mcgregor Food & Spirits Company?
Across the inspection record, “no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used” has been cited nine times, more than any other issue at Mcgregor Food & Spirits Company.
How does Mcgregor Food & Spirits Company compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
Mcgregor Food & Spirits Company most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has Mcgregor Food & Spirits Company's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Mcgregor Food & Spirits Company have averaged around 12 violations per visit, up from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Mcgregor Food & Spirits Company 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 Mcgregor Food & Spirits Company inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mcgregor Food & Spirits Company is inspected around three times per year on average.
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