The Lean Box

4432 Hancock Bridge Pkwy #6, North Fort Myers, FL 33903

Vegetarian

Last inspected: Jan 16, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged six inspections at The Lean Box, the earliest from 2022. The most recent visit was on Jan 16, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around three violations lately and about six violations before that.

When inspectors have written things up, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

The city-wide average sits at 89, which The Lean Box's 78 doesn't quite reach. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 16, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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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 DBPR Form 5030-103 via email. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-26-1

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed buildup of oil next to oven on cook's line.

36-73-4

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

31B-04-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed stained and damaged ceiling tiles in prep area.

36-32-5

Jun 23, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Mar 29, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Nov 29, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over open bag of ready to eat chocolate chips in walk-in cooler. Operator moved bag to separate shelf. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

High Priority - Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee wipe gloved hand on uniform pants then move to using clean utensils without changing gloves or washing hands. Discussed with operator proper glove usage and hand washing practices. **Corrective Action Taken**

12A-28-4

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

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** **Repeat Violation**

11-27-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink near service counter.

31B-02-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed damaged ceiling tiles in cooking area and prep kitchen.

36-32-5

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign at sink across from cook's line and in prep kitchen.

31B-04-4

May 26, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Nov 29, 2022

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed buildup of food on can opener blade in prep area.

22-02-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing sink with dirty dishes in it at end of dishwasher table. Operator removed dishes. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic bowl used as scoop in bulk container of bread crumbs. Operator removed from container. **Corrected On-Site**

14-01-5

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

13-07-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bag of quick oats stored on floor across from reach in freezer next to prep area. Operator moved to shelf during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bulk container of bread crumbs unlabeled in prep area.

02D-01-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Lean Box last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Lean Box on file is from Jan 16, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Lean Box?

Across the inspection record, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Lean Box.

How does The Lean Box compare to other restaurants in North Fort Myers?

The Lean Box most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the North Fort Myers average of 89.

Has The Lean Box's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at The Lean Box have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Lean Box 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 Lean Box inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Lean Box is inspected around two times per year on average.

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