DirtyFLRestaurant Inspection Data

FIREHOUSE SUBS

Based on 5 health inspections, FIREHOUSE SUBS in FORT MYERS has earned a 3.2/5 food safety rating. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.

Dynasty Drive
Fort Myers, Florida, 33966
Lee County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★★☆☆ (3.2/5)
Based on 5 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

Inspection Date: 7/25/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10915507

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice bin with black mold like substance. Repeat Violation
  • 13-07-4:Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing bracelets while preparing food on cook's line. Repeat Violation
  • 12A-07-5:High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee handle money with bare hands, touch apron then put on gloves without washing hands prior to preparing food. Discussed proper hand washing practices with Operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 03E-03-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety, commercially processed food reheating for hot holding not heated to a minimum temperature of 135 degrees Fahrenheit in all parts. Observed commercially processed meatballs at 123F at 1.5 hours in steam well. Operator increased heat to high and meatballs are now at 138F at 2 hours. Corrected On-Site

Inspection Date: 2/14/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8841703

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance inside ice machine.
  • 13-07-4:Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing wristband while preparing food at front counter. Operator had employee remove item. Corrected On-Site
  • 13-03-4:Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food at front counter with no hair restraint. Employee put on hat during inspection. Corrected On-Site
  • 24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers wet nesting on shelf next to three compartment sink.
  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed cracked gaskets in standup reach in cooler across from cash register. Repeat Violation
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed knife in hand washing sink by three compartment sink. Operator removed knife. Corrected On-Site
  • 53A-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/ Observed four employees preparing food and working as food handlers. No CFM present.

Inspection Date: 7/26/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8768611

  • 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open employee beverage on dry storage shelf across from slicer. Employee removed beverage from shelf. Corrected On-Site
  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed cracked gaskets in double door stand up reach in cooler by soup station at front counter. Repeat Violation
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed buildup of dust and debris on top of iced tea brewing machine next to soda dispenser in dining room.
  • 21-10-4:Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed soiled wiping cloths on make table. Operator changed out towels. Corrected On-Site
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed air dryer in men's bathroom not functioning and no paper towels to dry hands at hand washing sink.

Inspection Date: 3/1/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8451627

  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic ramekins no handles left in containers of bulk spices in prep area. Operator removed from containers. Corrected On-Site
  • 12B-02-4:Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed open employee beverage on wire shelf above dry seasonings. Operator moved drink. Corrected On-Site
  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed cracked gaskets in three door reach in cooler across from three compartment sink.
  • 41-17-4:Intermediate - Plastic squirt bottle containing blue toxic substance not labeled by three compartment sink. Operator labeled during inspection. Corrected On-Site

Inspection Date: 7/21/2023

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8370491

  • 24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers wet nesting on wire rack next to three compartment sink.
  • 10-08-5:Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle in contact with ice in ice bin. Operator removed from bin. Corrected On-Site
  • 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mops not hung to dry in mop sink area. Repeat Violation
  • 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on prep table at front counter not stored in sanitizer solution.
  • 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. Provided Operator with Employee Reporting Agreement DBPR Form HR 5030-103 via email. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation