The Summit of Fort Myers
Last inspected: Nov 21, 2025
58
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at The Summit of Fort Myers, the earliest from 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Nov 21, 2025. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near six violations per visit.
“Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
That's lower than the typical Fort Myers restaurant, which scores around 80. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
3
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 21, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
58
Aug 26, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
32
Jan 29, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. In reach-in cooler near by reach in freezer at cook-line; raw burger patties (49F - Cold Holding) Per operator raw burger patties stored in reach-in cooler at overnight. Operator discarded raw burger patties.
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 reach in freezer at cook-line; raw burger patties (49F - Cold Holding) Per operator raw burger patties stored in reach-in cooler at overnight. Operator discarded raw burger patties.
03A-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
22-20-5
70
Sep 30, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Sanitizing solution bucket stored next to oil container at cook line. Sanitizing solution bucket stored above clean utensil at Dish machine area. Operator removed sanitizing buckets to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at splitter added to hose bibb at mop sink.
29-34-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soda dispenser between uses at near by bar area. Operator removed the ice scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
Basic - Single-service coffee filters improperly stored at coffee stations. Operator stored coffee filters at proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Clean ice bucket stored not inverted or protected manner at top of the ice machine. Operator stored inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
64
Apr 12, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw burger patties stored over carrots at reach in freezer. Operator removed raw burger patties to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Sanitizing solution bucket place above honey at prep area. Operator removed sanitizing solution bucket to bottom shelf. Sternos stored over single service straws at dry storage. Operator removed sternos to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink used to store wiping cloth. Operator placed wiping cloth in sanitizing solution. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Multiple cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at prep area.
14-09-4
Basic - Scoop handle in contact with oatmeal. Operator stored scoop properly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Single service coffee filters not stored protected at server station. Operator placed coffee filters in container with lid. Single service forks stored not protected at kitchen entrance. Operator placed forks in container with lid. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses at prep area. Operator placed wiping cloth in sanitizing solution. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
55
Dec 20, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
70
Jun 20, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 19, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher (Chlorine 10ppm); Operator called in for repair and set up triple sink to sanitize . Triple Sink (Quaternary 200ppm)Repeat 12/07/2022 **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw pork on same pan as cooked Turkey in meat walk-in cooler. Operator moved pork to a different shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Current manager is not on premise during inspection while four or more employees. Cook recently expired and is scheduled for certification on Friday. Repeat 12/07/2022 **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operator could not provide proof of food handler training for any employees hired over 60 days **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Ice cream scoops sitting in standing water at 75 F. Discussed with operator that water needs to be 135 F or keep utensils in container with out water and wash every four hours. Operator removed utensils from water and put in dish area to be cleaned. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-07-4
58
Dec 6, 2022
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm); company called to fix. Operator set up Triple Sink (Quaternary 200ppm) to sanitize all dishes **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Ice cream scoop stored in 72 F. Operator removed bin with water. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-05-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw Bacon stored over muffin batter in walk-in cooler. Operator moved bacon to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked chicken (118 F - Hot Holding).Per operator it was in there less than 30 minutes. Operator reheated to 165 F **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. No test kit available to check proper sanitization on dish machine. **Warning**
16-33-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-05-6
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. CO2 in back office is not secure. **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Cove molding broken/ disrepair under walk-in door #1 and 2, 5 and Nader storage room shelf behind door. Repeat 3/28/2022. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-03-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Total of five dead roaches One in back office One in storage area across from back office One in ladies bathroom across from lockers One next to lockers One behind large ice Machine Repeat 3/28/2022 **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35A-03-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Summit of Fort Myers last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Summit of Fort Myers on file is from Nov 21, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Summit of Fort Myers?
Across the inspection record, “toxic substance/chemical improperly stored” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Summit of Fort Myers.
How does The Summit of Fort Myers compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
The Summit of Fort Myers most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has The Summit of Fort Myers' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Summit of Fort Myers have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at The Summit of Fort Myers 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 The Summit of Fort Myers inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Summit of Fort Myers is inspected around three times per year on average.
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