Monte Alban Bar and Grill
Last inspected: Jan 12, 2026
70
Score
Across the available record, Monte Alban Bar and Grill has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Monte Alban Bar and Grill was last inspected on Jan 12, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around five violations lately and about eight violations before that.
“Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.
By comparison, the average North Fort Myers facility scores 88, putting Monte Alban Bar and Grill on the weaker side. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 12, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken breast stored over raw beef steak in walk in cooler. Operator moved chicken to separate shelf during inspection.
08A-20-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips to test dishwasher or three compartment sink.
16-37-1
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracked and broken tile in front of walk in cooler door.
36-17-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed heavy ice buildup in walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
70
Aug 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee placing bags of frozen raw fish into a metal pan the scoop ready to eat rice onto plate for customer and shape the rice with same gloves. Discussed proper glove usage with Operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-09-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed ceramic bowl used as a scoop in diced tomatoes and onions in walk in cooler. Operator removed bowl.
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed fan covers in walk in cooler with buildup of dust.
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal and plastic pans wet nesting on shelf across from dishwasher. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bag of onions stored on floor in room next to server station.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed heavy ice buildup in walk in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen fish thawing at room temperature on prep table in kitchen. Operator moved fish to walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
64
Feb 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
64
Aug 19, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. Observed 1 - #10 can of Tomato purée with deep dents to seam in dry storage area combined with other cans in circulation. Operator removed can from circulation and threw away. See stop sale.
01B-01-4
High Priority - Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee wearing gloves touch his face then pick up clean utensils to prepare food on grill. Discussed proper glove usage with Operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-25-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand washing sink next to dishwasher. Operator refilled soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint preparing food in kitchen area. Employee put on hair restraint during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed buildup of ice in walk in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle in ice at soda station. Operator removed scoop. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-08-5
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed tongs stored in reach in cooler drawer with handles touching raw beef and raw chicken. Operator removed tongs. **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 tank not secured by soda syrup rack.
51-11-4
52
Mar 28, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
58
Jul 12, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over ready to eat salsa in walk-in cooler. Operator moved chicken to lowest shelf below salsa. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
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. Operator printed and hung during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
11-27-4
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** **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with blue liquid on cart next to bar.
41-17-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed ceramic bowl used as a scoop in diced tomato salsa in walk-in cooler. Operator removed from salsa. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal pans wet nesting on shelf above three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of frozen vegetables stored on floor of walk-in freezer. Operator moved to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk-in freezer behind fans. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Interior of ice machine/bin with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust on metal inside ice bin.
14-34-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bulk container of salt unlabeled. Operator labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
47
Mar 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Queso in steam table at 121F. Operator turned up heat source and checked water levels. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
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 - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee keys on shelf above reach in cooler with roll top on cooks line. Operator removed from shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee wearing no hair restraint while preparing food on cooks line. Operator had employee put on a hat. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal pans wet nesting on shelf above three compartment sink.
24-08-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk-in freezer door unable to close completely.
14-69-4
Basic - Light not functioning. Observed light not working in walk-in freezer.
36-62-4
50
Sep 21, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
52
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Monte Alban Bar and Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Monte Alban Bar and Grill on file is from Jan 12, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Monte Alban Bar and Grill?
Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Monte Alban Bar and Grill.
How does Monte Alban Bar and Grill compare to other restaurants in North Fort Myers?
Monte Alban Bar and Grill most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the North Fort Myers average of 88.
Has Monte Alban Bar and Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Monte Alban Bar and Grill have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Monte Alban Bar and Grill 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 Monte Alban Bar and Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Monte Alban Bar and Grill is inspected around two times per year on average.
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