The Lodge
Last inspected: Mar 13, 2026
78
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at The Lodge, the earliest from 2022. On Mar 13, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around three violations to closer to nine violations.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler”, showing up three times.
The city-wide average is 80, putting The Lodge squarely in typical territory. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 13, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-13: Observed some food handler training certificates expired. **Time Extended**
53B-14-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed 1-men's and 1-women's restrooms not tight fitting. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-13: Observed 1-men's and 1-women's restrooms not tight fitting. **Time Extended**
32-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed grease accumulation on ceiling tiles at various locations of kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-13: Observed grease accumulation on ceiling tiles at ware washing area. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed multiple handwash sinks with no handwashing sign. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-13: Observed no handwash sign at handwash sink. **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
78
Mar 12, 2026
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 6 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Observed reheating in the Hot Holding Unit: beans 82F, chicken 131F, Beef 128F, Meatloaf 153F, Queso 101F, Chili 90F, Shredded chicken 109F, Beef sausage 129F. The operator had placed all the food items at 8:45am. The temperatures of food items were taken at 11:30am. Operator discarded the food items. The items wet not reheated within the 2 hour time frame. **Warning**
03E-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed stainless steel cleaner on shelf next to seasonings. Operator removed the chemical to the proper location with other chemical items. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no vacuum breaker at mop sink. **Warning**
29-42-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp over cooked pork at Reach in Drawers. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed reheating in the Hot Holding Unit: beans 82F, chicken 131F, Beef 128F, Meatloaf 153F, Queso 101F, Chili 90F, Shredded chicken 109F, Beef sausage 129F. The operator had placed all the food items at 8:45am. The temperatures of food items were taken at 11:30am. Operator discarded the food items. The items wet not reheated within the 2 hour time frame to 165F. **Warning**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed no installation or replacement date on water treatment device located above exterior mop sink. **Warning**
29-28-4
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed open gallon of chocolate milk not date marked at beer walk in cooler. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-03-5
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. Observed no Vomit and Diarrhea Cleaning Written Procedure. Emailed the operator the written procedure which was printed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-27-4
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. Observed document not completed with no signatures. Operator had all the employees in the establishment signed the document. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-14-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed water 81F at multiple handwashing sinks. **Warning**
27-16-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed multiple handwash sinks with no handwashing sign. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed 1-men's and 1-women's restrooms not tight fitting. **Warning**
32-04-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed grease accumulation on ceiling tiles at various locations of kitchen. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed clean pans exposed to splash next to handwash sink at dish shelf in the hallway of kitchen. **Warning**
24-27-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed multiple old labels on containers at dish shelf. **Warning**
16-46-4
20
Feb 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
50
Jul 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
70
Feb 21, 2024
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed soap dispenser as not functioning across from walk in cooler.
31B-03-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven handle in kitchen. Operator moved item for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed buildup on lines in keg walk in cooler.
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in bottom of cooler in main bar area. **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6
78
Oct 30, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in bottom of 2 door reach in cooler next to salad station. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-30: **Time Extended**
29-49-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed debris on floor around reach in freezer units in second floor storage room. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-30: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
90
Oct 23, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed at least 7 small flying insects at beer tap drain closest to main bar. **Warning**
35A-02-6
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in bottom of 2 door reach in cooler next to salad station. **Warning**
29-49-6
Basic - Employee chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area. Observed employee chewing gum in kitchen while preparing food. **Warning**
12B-09-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed debris on floor around reach in freezer units in second floor storage room. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Observed 2 hood filters as missing over cook line. Operator replaced filters. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-42-4
70
Mar 27, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed mold like growth around wall and lines in keg walk in cooler.
36-27-5
95
Nov 17, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Lodge last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Lodge on file is from Mar 13, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Lodge?
Across the inspection record, “standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The Lodge.
How does The Lodge compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
The Lodge most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has The Lodge's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at The Lodge have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at The Lodge 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 Lodge inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Lodge is inspected around three times per year on average.
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