Steve's Place
Last inspected: Jan 7, 2026
70
Score
Across the available record, Steve's Place has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 7, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near six violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Steve's Place's latest score of 70 falls below the North Fort Myers average of 89. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 7, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw sausage patties stored over washed / cut ready to eat produce in walk in cooler. Operator moved vegetables above raw pork sausage. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed commercial can opener blade with build up of food debris at prep table.
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed pink mold like substance inside ice bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers wet nesting on shelf over dish table.
24-08-4
70
Apr 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee breading raw pork then change gloves no hand wash while handling clean equipment on cook's line. Discussed proper glove usage and hand washing practices with Operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-07-5
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.
13-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Operator put hat on during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed open bag of potatoes stored on floor by dry storage shelves. Operator moved to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed large knife stored between reach in cooler and reach in freezer on cook's line. Operator removed knife. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Operator moved tongs. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on counter next to microwave.
21-12-4
64
Sep 19, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed pink mold like substance inside ice bin. Operator cleaned and sanitized bin during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed silverware forks in a basket tongs up.
24-18-4
86
Apr 1, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
70
Oct 3, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee breading raw veal in an egg wash with clean gloves. Employee then changed gloves without washing hands to plate ready to eat food on clean plate ware. Discussed proper glove and hand washing practices with operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-07-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed commercial can opener blade with buildup of food next to three compartment sink.
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 copy during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic container with no handle used as scoop in bulk flour. Operator removed container during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers across from three compartment sink wet nesting. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters not protected at server station. Operator covered filters. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
61
May 16, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
39
Nov 7, 2022
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 over raw cod in walk-in cooler. Operator moved cod above chicken during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed buildup of food debris on can opener blade next to three compartment sink.
22-02-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee sunglasses on stainless steel shelf next to clean plastic containers. Operator removed glasses from shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers wet nesting on wire rack across from dishwasher. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Steve's Place last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Steve's Place on file is from Jan 7, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Steve's Place?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Steve's Place.
How does Steve's Place compare to other restaurants in North Fort Myers?
Steve's Place most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the North Fort Myers average of 89.
Has Steve's Place's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Steve's Place have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Steve's Place 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 Steve's Place inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Steve's Place is inspected around two times per year on average.
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