Sandtrap at Lake Fairways Country Club

19371 N Tamiami Trl, North Fort Myers, FL 33903

American

Last inspected: Mar 23, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Sandtrap at Lake Fairways Country Club has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 23, 2026. 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.

When inspectors have written things up, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Sandtrap at Lake Fairways Country Club scores about where you'd expect for a North Fort Myers restaurant. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 23, 2026

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Oct 15, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Mar 11, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations.

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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed surface cleaner stored next to hot dog rolls on counter. Operator removed cleaner. **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade with buildup of food debris. Operator put in dish area. **Corrective Action Taken**

22-02-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink on cook's line. Operator refilled towels. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Oct 23, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a bracelet on wrist while preparing food.. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-23: **Time Extended**

13-07-4

Oct 4, 2024

Routine - Food

4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed white stand up reach in cooler items held over night per Operator Potato salad (54F - Cold Holding); Coleslaw (53F - Cold Holding); Sausage gravy (54F - Cold Holding); Corn beef hash (58F - Cold Holding); Milk (55F - Cold Holding); Swiss cheese (54F - Cold Holding); Cottage cheese (55F - Cold Holding); Hot dogs (55F - Cold Holding); Cooked ham (56F - Cold Holding); Blue cheese (54F - Cold Holding). Items were discarded. See stop sale.

03A-02-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed 1 gallon of Lasagna soup in steamwell at 113F for 3 hours 45 minutes per Operator statement. Operator discarded soup. See stop,sale.

03B-01-6

High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 1-#10 can of Beef Chili without beans with deep dent. Operator removed from circulation.

01B-01-4

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed 1 gallon of Lasagna soup in steamwell at 113F for 3 hours 45 minutes per Operator statement. Operator discarded soup.

01B-02-5

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken salad and coleslaw prepared yesterday per operator no date marking.

02C-02-5

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents above grill and over reach in coolers with buildup of dust and debris.

36-34-5

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a bracelet on wrist while preparing food..

13-07-4

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen chicken breast in standing water of three compartment sink. Operator turned on water. **Corrected On-Site**

06-01-5

Mar 21, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Sep 26, 2023

Routine - Food

2 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 food debris on can opener blade in prep area.

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. Operator completed printed form during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

11-26-1

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign at hand washing sink in kitchen area.

31B-04-4

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a watch while preparing food on cook's line. Employee removed watch during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

13-07-4

Mar 7, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

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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

11-26-1

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sandtrap at Lake Fairways Country Club last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sandtrap at Lake Fairways Country Club on file is from Mar 23, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sandtrap at Lake Fairways Country Club?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sandtrap at Lake Fairways Country Club.

How does Sandtrap at Lake Fairways Country Club compare to other restaurants in North Fort Myers?

Sandtrap at Lake Fairways Country Club most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the North Fort Myers average of 89.

Has Sandtrap at Lake Fairways Country Club's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sandtrap at Lake Fairways Country Club have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sandtrap at Lake Fairways Country Club 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 Sandtrap at Lake Fairways Country Club inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Sandtrap at Lake Fairways Country Club is inspected around three times per year on average.

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