The Whale
Last inspected: Mar 2, 2026
39
Score
The Whale, located at 1249 Estero Blvd in Fort Myers Beach, FL, underwent a high-risk inspection on March 2, 2026. This inspection resulted in 8 major and 3 minor violations, including improper food dispensing and storage of utensils. Previous inspections for The Whale have generally been low-risk.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Inspection History
Mar 2, 2026
Complaint Full
8 major violations. 3 minor violations.
39
Nov 6, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
86
Violations — Mar 2, 2026 Inspection
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Ramekin used as scoop in container strawberry whipped cream. Observed operator correct violations in order to meet inspection standards.
14-01-5
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Forks and knives not stored inverted. Observed operator correct violations in order to meet inspection standards. **Corrected On-Site**
24-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on shelf with clean and sanitized bowls in dish room.
40-06-5
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Sergio Ramirez certified on 06-26-2020 and expired on 06-26-2025
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand washing sink behind bar used as dump sink.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Identity of food or food product misrepresented. Operator has Gulf Shrimp listed on the menu yet the product sold is Farm Raised shrimp and county of origin in Ecuador. **Admin Complaint**
52-01-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Ahi Tuna Nachos not designates as containing raw tuna. Operator began reprinting menu during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operator can only provide proof of training for two employees of over 100 employees.
53B-02-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Behind bar. Observed operator correct violations in order to meet inspection standards. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Emailed operator DBPR Form HR 5025-131 and it was printed and posted during the inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02A-01-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at mop sink.
41-17-4
Priority (Critical)
Priority Foundation (Major)
Core (Minor)
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