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Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar

23150 Fashion Dr #101, Estero, FL 33928
Bar / Pub
Last inspected: Mar 16, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2023, Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar has 10 inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 16, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance”, which has been cited two times.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Estero restaurants. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 16, 2026
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed slime like substance inside ice machine bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bag of onions on the floor. Operator moved the onions. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed sanitizer bucket on the floor in the kitchen. Operator moved bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on reach in cooler at the bar soiled.
23-03-4
82
Sep 17, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 10, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employed placing fruit garnish on drinks with their bare hands. Spoke with operator regarding Ready to eat food handling, drink was discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
09-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bag of onions stored on the floor in storage area.
08B-38-4
82
Dec 18, 2024
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Dec 10, 2024
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water in establishment Hot water at 77F. Operator states repair person is arriving at 5 a.m. tomorrow to repair heater. **Warning**
27-16-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no covered trash receptacle in either unisex restroom. **Warning**
32-12-5
86
Jul 17, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
90
Jan 18, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance on the interior back of plastic chute.
22-20-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop not stored to dry on mop sink. Operator inverted mop handle. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
90
Aug 3, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
May 4, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 1, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar on file is from Mar 16, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar?

Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar.

How does Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar compare to other restaurants in Estero?

Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Estero average of 82.

Has Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar 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 Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar is inspected around three times per year on average.

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