REDS BONES
3604 Palm Beach Boulevard
Fort Myers, Florida, 33916
Lee County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★½☆☆☆ (1.8/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 3/26/2025
High Priority
2
Intermediate
2
Basic
4
Total
8
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 32-04-4:Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Repeat Violation
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign at outside bar.
- 29-49-6:Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in bottom of reach in cooler in kitchen across from fryer.
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish over cooked beef in reach in cooler across from fryers. Operator moved cooked above raw. Corrected On-Site
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef in walk in cooler. Operator moved raw beef above raw chicken. Corrected On-Site
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board on reach in cooler in kitchen with buildup of food debris. Repeat Violation
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels in employees bathroom. Operator refilled towels. Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/26/2025 revealed 8 total violations (2 high priority, 2 intermediate, 4 basic).
Inspection on 9/30/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
3
Basic
1
Total
4
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 32-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed no doors on entry to men and women's bathrooms by inside bar. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-15: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-30: **Time Extended**
- 01C-05-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Observed oyster tags stored out of order in zip llc bag on end of cook's line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-15: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-30: **Time Extended**
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled on cook's line. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-15: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-30: **Time Extended**
- 27-16-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water faucet shut off at hand washing sink in men's bathroom by inside bar. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-15: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-30: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 9/30/2024 revealed 4 total violations (0 high priority, 3 intermediate, 1 basic).
Inspection on 7/15/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
6
Basic
2
Total
8
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 32-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed no doors on entry to men and women's bathrooms by inside bar. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-15: **Time Extended**
- 31B-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing signs in men and women bathrooms by inside bar. Observed employee leaving women's restroom. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-15: **Time Extended**
- 01C-05-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Observed oyster tags stored out of order in zip llc bag on end of cook's line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-15: **Time Extended**
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled on cook's line. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-15: **Time Extended**
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink for employee bathroom. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-15: **Time Extended**
- 53B-01-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed no proof of any employee training. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-15: **Time Extended**
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with purple liquid unlabeled. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-15: **Time Extended**
- 27-16-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water faucet shut off at hand washing sink in men's bathroom by inside bar. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-15: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 7/15/2024 revealed 8 total violations (0 high priority, 6 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 7/11/2024
High Priority
6
Intermediate
6
Basic
2
Total
14
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 32-04-4:Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed no doors on entry to men and women's bathrooms by inside bar. Repeat Violation Warning
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing signs in men and women bathrooms by inside bar. Observed employee leaving women's restroom. Repeat Violation Warning
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over ready to eat cole slaw in walk-in cooler. Warning
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw fish and raw ground beef stored over raw shrimp in reach in cooler on cook's line. Employee separated items properly. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 02C-01-5:High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed Cooked ribs in reach in cooler on cook's line date marked 06/29/2024. Operator stated that was the correct date item was placed in refrigeration. Operator discarded item. Warning
- 35A-04-4:High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 17-20 rodent droppings inside wood cabinet in the inside bar. Admin Complaint
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Milk (49F - Cold Holding); Cooked sausage (47F - Cold Holding); Pasteurized liquid eggs (49F - Cold Holding); Shredded cheese (50F - Cold Holding) stored in reach in cooler on cook's line overnight per Operator. Items discarded. Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed reach in cooler on cook's line Milk (49F - Cold Holding); Cooked sausage (47F - Cold Holding); Pasteurized liquid eggs (49F - Cold Holding); Shredded cheese (50F - Cold Holding). Per Operator items stored over night in cooler. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 01C-05-4:Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Observed oyster tags stored out of order in zip llc bag on end of cook's line. Warning
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled on cook's line. Repeat Violation Warning
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink for employee bathroom. Warning
- 53B-01-5: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. Observed no proof of any employee training. Warning
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with purple liquid unlabeled. Warning
- 27-16-4:Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water faucet shut off at hand washing sink in men's bathroom by inside bar. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 7/11/2024 revealed 14 total violations (6 high priority, 6 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 3/25/2024
High Priority
2
Intermediate
5
Basic
5
Total
12
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 32-04-4:Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed No doors on bathrooms mens or women's.
- 36-32-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
- 14-74-7:Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed ambient temperature or reach-in cooler in kitchen 49F.
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
- 38-01-4:Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair.
- 12A-07-5:High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed operator place gloves on without washing hands. Educated operator on washing hands with soap and hot water prior to placing gloves on before initiating working with food. I did observe operator wash hands after we discussed proper handwashing. Corrected On-Site
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw chicken (49F - Cold Holding); raw steak (48F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (49F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (49F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler in kitchen. The manager placed ice on all raw products. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled.
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. The operator placed soap and paper towels at handwashing sink beside cook line. Corrected On-Site
- 02A-01-4: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 manager Oyster Consumer Advisory. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 02C-02-5:Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken wings and ribs not date marked in walk-in cooler.
- 53B-14-5:Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/25/2024 revealed 12 total violations (2 high priority, 5 intermediate, 5 basic).
Inspection on 9/19/2023
High Priority
0
Intermediate
3
Basic
3
Total
6
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 13-07-4:Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a watch while preparing food on cook's line.
- 24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal trays wet nesting on wire shelf above three compartment sink.
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen beef thawing at room temperature. Operator turned on running water over beef. Corrected On-Site
- 01C-03-4:Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed tags not marked with last date served. Repeat Violation
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink on cook's line. Repeat Violation
- 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. Operator completed printed copy during inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
Food safety inspection conducted on 9/19/2023 revealed 6 total violations (0 high priority, 3 intermediate, 3 basic).