Rush Inn Bar & Grille
Last inspected: Mar 4, 2026
67
Score
Across the available record, Rush Inn Bar & Grille has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 4, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around four violations across recent inspections versus roughly eight violations before.
By comparison, the average Estero facility scores 82, putting Rush Inn Bar & Grille on the weaker side. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 4, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed turkey (46F - Cold Holding); roast beef (45F - Cold Holding); turkey (46F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The manager moved all deli meat into walk-in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
16-23-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed bathroom doors not tight fitting.
32-04-4
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach-in cooler across from cook line ambient temperature 45F.
14-74-7
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. The manager removed tongs from oven door. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. The manager is having microwave on cook line cleaned. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-08-4
67
Sep 2, 2025
Complaint Full
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test strips for either chlorine or quaternary sanitizer. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
90
Jul 29, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Observed operator merit hash chlorine's test strips or quaternary test strips.
16-33-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed buildup of food debris on can opener blade, operator cleaned. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed not all employees have food handler training.
53B-13-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black substance on interior of ice bin, operator cleaned during inspection . **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on bar reach in coolers with black substance. Observatory cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
67
Mar 13, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 20, 2024
Routine - Food
8 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 16 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
19
Sep 6, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
61
May 23, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
39
Jan 24, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 6 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 19 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Rush Inn Bar & Grille last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Rush Inn Bar & Grille on file is from Mar 4, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
How does Rush Inn Bar & Grille compare to other restaurants in Estero?
Rush Inn Bar & Grille most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Estero average of 82.
Has Rush Inn Bar & Grille's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Rush Inn Bar & Grille have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Rush Inn Bar & Grille 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 Rush Inn Bar & Grille inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Rush Inn Bar & Grille is inspected around three times per year on average.
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