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DEEP DOWN SOUTH BBQ N SEAFOOD

Health inspection records show DEEP DOWN SOUTH BBQ N SEAFOOD in FORT MYERS has 6 inspections with a food safety rating of 2.7/5. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.

Last inspection: 1 months ago · 6 reports on file

2027 Linhart Avenue
Fort Myers, Florida, 33901
Lee County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★½☆☆ (2.7/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

2/25/2026· 1mo ago

Visit ID: 10941088

Met Inspection Standards

5 high, 4 basic

  • 50-03-4:Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
  • 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses. The operator removed the tongs from handle. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
  • 50-04-4:Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over raw fish in the reach in freezer, the operator corrected while on site. Corrected On-Site
  • 03A-03-5:High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. The operator discarded the eggs. Corrected On-Site
  • 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed raw shell eggs and cream cheese stored at front counter at room temperature. The operator discarded the items. Corrected On-Site
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw pork (53F - Cold Holding) near 3 compartment sink, the operator stated it has been out less than an hour and placed in cooker. Observed cream cheese at room temperature, operator discarded. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Lighter fluid stored next to corn bread and pasta, the operator moved to a safe area. Corrected On-Site

3/21/2025· 1y ago

Visit ID: 10803101

Met Inspection Standards

3 basic

  • 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on reach in cooler by fryers. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-21: **Time Extended**
  • 36-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed uneven flooring in food truck. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-21: **Time Extended**
  • 36-27-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-21: **Time Extended**

3/19/2025· 1y ago

Visit ID: 8710009

Follow-up Inspection Required

1 high, 5 basic

  • 35A-03-4:Basic - Dead roaches on premises, observed 1 dead roach in cabinet by 3 compartment sink. Warning
  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on reach in cooler by fryers. Warning
  • 36-11-4:Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed uneven flooring in food truck. Warning
  • 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses. Warning
  • 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Warning
  • 35A-05-4:High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach in cabinet by 3 compartment sink and 1 live roach on counter by register. Warning

4/10/2024· 2y ago

Visit ID: 8529945

Follow-up Inspection Required

1 high, 2 int, 4 basic

  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler beside cook line gasket torn and stand up reach-in doors is off hinges. Repeat Violation
  • 50-03-4:Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.
  • 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Repeat Violation
  • 50-17-3:High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Admin Complaint
  • 27-19-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Observed hot water turned off at handwashing sink. The operator turned on hot water during Inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 11-26-1: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. The owner had form posted on bulletin board just need all staff to sign form. **Corrective Action Taken**

1/12/2024· 2y 3mo ago

Visit ID: 8529817

Met Inspection Standards

3 basic

  • 14-01-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed container used as a scoop in bulk sugar container. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-12: Observed container used a scoop in Mac and cheese. **Time Extended**
  • 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed door to reach in cooler by 3 compartment sink as damaged. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-12: **Time Extended**
  • 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed shelves under prep tables near register as soiled. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-12: **Time Extended**

10/18/2023· 2y 6mo ago

Visit ID: 8332240

Follow-up Inspection Required

2 int, 8 basic

  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed container used as a scoop in bulk sugar container. Warning
  • 14-05-4:Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard used to line containers with cooked ribs. Operator moved food to food grade containers. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
  • 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink bottle stored on roll top reach in cooler cutting board. Operator moved item for proper storage. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed door to reach in cooler by 3 compartment sink as damaged. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 08B-42-4:Basic - Food stored outside. Observed cooler of crabs and reach in freezer stored behind truck. Warning
  • 51-36-1:Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle is not self-propelled or otherwise movable from place to place. Observed 3 tires on unit as flat. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed shelves under prep tables near register as soiled. Warning
  • 36-10-4:Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed floor coverings as worn near smoker. Warning
  • 11-27-4: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. Emailed to Operator. Warning
  • 11-26-1: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. Emailed form to Operator. Warning