Sea Street Food & Bar
Last inspected: Mar 30, 2026
55
Score
Sea Street Food & Bar has been inspected 11 times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 30, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around three violations compared to roughly six violations earlier on.
Looking across the full record, “food stored on floor” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.
That's lower than the typical Fort Myers restaurant, which scores around 80. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
11
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 30, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw pork over unwashed whole red onion at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Observed raw beef over cooked chicken at Make Table. Operator removed the cooked chicken to a different location. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-13-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board stained at Make Table.
22-02-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed inoperable Reach in Freezer.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed multiple food items on the floor at Walk in Cooler and Freezer.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed multiple tongs on oven handle at cookline. Operator removed the tongs and placed on shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - Large spoons not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed multiple large spoons not inverted on shelf across front counter. Operator inverted the spoons. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
55
Jan 22, 2026
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/vents soiled with accumulated dust above cook line. Operator plans on cleaning end of December. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-22: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
95
Jan 13, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : 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. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-13: Operator states dish machine has not been fixed, is using 3 compartment sink. **Admin Complaint**
22-41-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/vents soiled with accumulated dust above cook line. Operator plans on cleaning end of December. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-13: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
82
Dec 16, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 13 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. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed container of raw quail stored over limes. Operator placed raw food on bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed soup in walk in cooler and cooked meats not date marked. **Warning**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink at cook line. Operator turned on hot water. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
27-16-4
Basic - Ceiling/vents soiled with accumulated dust above cook line. Operator plans on cleaning end of December. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface with herbs. Operator removed cloth. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-05-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed packages of frozen meat stored underneath shelving in walk in freezer. **Warning**
08B-47-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator fixed scoop. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-08-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Educated operator on proper storage of tongs. Operator removed tongs. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Operator removed water. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Operator removed cloth. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-10-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed buckets of frozen stew thawing at room temperature in kitchen. **Warning**
06-01-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Spices at front counter. **Warning**
02D-01-5
39
Feb 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
70
Nov 5, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 24, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 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 dish machine at 0ppm chlorine. Instructed operator to utilize 3 compartment sink until dishwasher machine provides correct level of sanitization. **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed non food grade bags in direct contact with food in walk in freezer. **Warning**
14-31-5
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink in kitchen and hand wash sink in women's restroom. **Warning**
31B-03-4
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 one food handler certification available. **Warning**
53B-13-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice scoop in standing water at 76F. **Warning**
10-07-4
52
Apr 4, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
82
Sep 5, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
78
Mar 21, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter : bean sprouts (64F - Cold Holding). Operator put ice on items for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
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. Emailed to operator. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink at front counter ad blocked due to items stored in sink. **Warning**
31A-09-4
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. Emailed to operator. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-27-4
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. Operator is unable to locate employee training certificates at the time of inspection. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water near walk in cooler and walk in freezer. **Warning**
36-22-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed multiple cases of food stored on the floor of the walk in freezer. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice scoop in standing water at 73F. **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed multiple open bags with food spilling out in reach in freezer. **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on table next to cutting board. **Warning**
12B-07-4
45
Oct 19, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sea Street Food & Bar last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sea Street Food & Bar on file is from Mar 30, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sea Street Food & Bar?
Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sea Street Food & Bar.
How does Sea Street Food & Bar compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
Sea Street Food & Bar most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has Sea Street Food & Bar's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Sea Street Food & Bar have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Sea Street Food & Bar 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 Sea Street Food & Bar inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sea Street Food & Bar is inspected around three times per year on average.
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