The Cove
Going back to 2023, The Cove has five inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Sep 29, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “no handwashing sign provided at a hand sinks facing water used” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
The city-wide average for Fort Myers sits at 80, putting The Cove on the better side of that line. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Cove last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Cove on file is from Sep 29, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Cove?
Across the inspection record, “no handwashing sign provided at a hand sinks facing water used” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Cove.
How does The Cove compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
The Cove most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has The Cove's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Cove have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at The Cove 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 The Cove inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Cove is inspected around two times per year on average.