Skillets
Last inspected: Oct 27, 2025
78
Score
Across the available record, Skillets has 10 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 27, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “missing drain plug at dumpster” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
The city-wide average is 80, putting Skillets squarely in typical territory. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at prep area. Operator labeled spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - In-use spoon stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit at front counter. Operator removed the spoon. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses at prep area. Operator stored wet wiping cloth in sanitizing solution. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar container not label at prep area. Operator labeled sugar container. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
78
Jul 15, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On steam table; Cooked sausage (118F- hot holding). Per operator raw poked sausage prepared and stored ion steamer for 30 minutes. Operator started reheating cooked sausage. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer 00ppm, not at proper minimum strength. Operator fixed dishmachine at time of inspection; dishmachine chlorine sanitizer 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at dishmachine area. Operator labeled spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Scoop handle in contact with sugar. Operator removed scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
64
Jan 17, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb on splitter added to hose bibb at mop sink.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink used to store food container. Operator removed food container. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - Single-service cups stored not inverted or protected from contamination at server station. Operator stored cups protected. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated dust at dishwashing area.
36-34-5
67
Oct 4, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at prep area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-04: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-04: **Time Extended**
33-11-4
90
Oct 3, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. In Reach in cooler near by handwashing sink; cooked pork sausage (48F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (47F - Cold Holding); cooked mushrooms (51F - Cold Holding); milk base cream (51F - Cold Holding) Per operator items placed in Reach in cooler the day before inspection. **Warning**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In Reach in cooler near by handwashing sink; cooked pork sausage (48F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (47F - Cold Holding); cooked mushrooms (51F - Cold Holding); milk base cream (51F - Cold Holding) Per operator items placed in Reach in cooler the day before inspection. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Sanitizing solution bucket stored next to apples. Operator removed sanitizing bucket solution to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at prep area. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Warning**
33-11-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Scoop handle in contact with flour at prep area. Operator removed the scoop **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-08-5
Basic - Single-service coffee filters improperly stored at coffee station. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Clean ice bucket not stored inverted at top of ice machine. Operator stored inverted. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
24-05-4
47
Apr 4, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 3, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach-in cooler at cook-line close to dishmachine; chicken salad (48F - Cold Holding); chicken salad (49F - Cold Holding); chopped tomatoes (49F - Cold Holding) In reach-in cooler at cook-line close to dry storage side; ham (47F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (49F - Cold Holding); cooked sausage (46F - Cold Holding) Per operator all items placed in coolers for 2 hours. Operator placed all items in ice and called technician. **Warning**
03A-02-5
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 DBPR HR 5030 5030-104 form and operators posted at back of the kitchen area.. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-27-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket no stored inverted placed top of ice machine. Operator stored inverted. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
24-05-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at cook-line close to dry storage area. Operator posted handwashing sign at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Coffee filters stored not protected at server station. Operator placed coffee filter in container with lid. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses at prep area and coffee station. Operator placed wiping cloth in sanitizing solution. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-12-4
64
Oct 4, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
12A-07-5
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sinks in kitchen.
31B-04-4
Basic - In-use spatula stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Operator removed spatula. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
74
May 9, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 21, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Skillets last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Skillets on file is from Oct 27, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Skillets?
Across the inspection record, “missing drain plug at dumpster” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Skillets.
How does Skillets compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
Skillets most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has Skillets' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Skillets have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Skillets 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 Skillets inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Skillets is inspected around three times per year on average.
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