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RIB CITY

With 8 documented inspections, RIB CITY in FORT MYERS has achieved a 2.1/5 food safety rating. Food safety practices have remained consistent.

Last inspection: 3 weeks ago · 8 reports on file

11561 Majestic Palms Boulevard
Fort Myers, Florida, 33908
Lee County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★☆☆☆ (2.1/5)
Based on 8 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

2/18/2026· 3w ago

Visit ID: 13548021

Met Inspection Standards

3 high, 4 int, 7 basic

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Educated operator on cleaning ice machine daily. Operator had employee to start cleaning ice machine. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation
  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense bacon bits. Operator removed cups and replaced with ladle. Corrected On-Site
  • 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in kitchen above indoor smoker. Educated operator on cleaning vents. Repeat Violation
  • 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Operator removed employee beverage. Corrected On-Site
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
  • 22-16-4:Basic - Walk in cooler shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Educated operator on importance of cleaning shelving. Repeat Violation
  • 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar/flour bins.
  • 29-37-4:High Priority - Spray hose at mop sink lower than flood rim of sink. Operator fixed hoses. Corrected On-Site
  • 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Roasted chicken 129F hot hold, roasted pork 125F hot hold less than 4 hours inside hot holding unit at cook line. Educated operator on reheating foods to 165F and hot holding at 135F. Operator turned up heat element. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 29-42-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. After splitter, end attached to red hose missing vacuum breaker. Educated operator on importance of having vacuum breaker on hose bibb. Repeat Violation
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
  • 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. Operator completed form. Corrected On-Site
  • 31B-05-4:Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Handwashing sink at end of cook line. Operator had employee fix. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Educated operator on importance of labeling bottles. Operator labeled bottle. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

10/13/2025· 5mo ago

Visit ID: 10885576

Met Inspection Standards

2 high, 1 int, 5 basic

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in main kitchen.
  • 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Dust on vents on front line.
  • 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Uncovered coffee filters in back container above iced tea machine front line.
  • 22-16-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
  • 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Two on counter under pass through window.
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish and raw shrimp over ready-to-eat cooked beef brisket in walk-in cooler. Operator rearranged for proper storage. Corrected On-Site
  • 29-42-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. After splitter, end attached to red hose missing vacuum breaker.
  • 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. One by office chemical storage, one at front entrance to kitchen table, one under table by smoker. Operator labeled. Corrected On-Site

11/13/2024· 1y 3mo ago

Visit ID: 10718556

Met Inspection Standards

2 int, 2 basic

  • 16-21-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Repeat Violation
  • 13-03-4:Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Corrected on site employee donned cap
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strip for dish machine. Repeat Violation
  • 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle no label. Corrected on site

8/28/2024· 1y 6mo ago

Visit ID: 8750342

Follow-up Inspection Required

3 high, 4 int, 3 basic

  • 16-21-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris on top of warewashing machine.
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in men's restroom.
  • 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. In walk-in cooler cooked baked beans (45F - Ambient Cooling) overnight per operator. Repeat 9/21/2023, 4/11/2024 Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
  • 03D-06-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. In walk-in cooler cooked baked beans (45F - Ambient Cooling) overnight per operator. Repeat 9/21/2023, 4/11/2024 Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
  • 29-42-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Three way splitter added, right side after splitter missing vacuum breaker.
  • 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. Operator unable to provide written plan at time of inspection. Provided operator with Clean-up Of Vomiting And Diarrheal Events handout HR 5030-104. Corrected On-Site
  • 03D-15-4:Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Cooked baked beans, in walk-in cooler observed cooling in large, deep containers, plastic, covered. Repeat 9/21/2023, 4/11/2024. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Dishwasher uses chlorine sanitizer, no test strips available.
  • 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. Cook line middle area reach-in cooler, cooked pork, cooked sausage, cooked beef cooked between one to two days ago per operator, no date marking. Operator labeled all foods. Corrected On-Site

6/11/2024· 1y 9mo ago

Visit ID: 8655240

Met Inspection Standards

2 basic

  • 36-34-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Dust on ceiling tiles and vents in kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-16: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-11: **Time Extended**
  • 25-05-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Single service coffee filters stored uncovered on front line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-16: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-11: **Time Extended**

4/16/2024· 1y 11mo ago

Visit ID: 8651495

Follow-up Inspection Required

2 int, 3 basic

  • 22-20-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in kitchen near walk-in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-16: **Time Extended**
  • 36-34-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Dust on ceiling tiles and vents in kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-16: **Time Extended**
  • 25-05-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Single service coffee filters stored uncovered on front line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-16: **Time Extended**
  • 53A-03-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Anastasia F Goldbacher 1/12/2019 is only present food manager, expired 1/12/2024. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-16: Time extension given to allow for manager certification. **Time Extended**
  • 53A-05-6:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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/ 3 servers, 2 cooks preparing food, no current certified food manager present. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-16: Time extension given to allow for manager certification. **Time Extended**

4/11/2024· 1y 11mo ago

Visit ID: 8505942

Follow-up Inspection Required

6 high, 3 int, 3 basic

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in kitchen near walk-in cooler. Warning
  • 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Dust on ceiling tiles and vents in kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Single service coffee filters stored uncovered on front line. Warning
  • 12A-16-4:High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee ended building after removing trash and change gloves, no handwash, begin food prep in back of kitchen. Discussed with employee, employee washed hands before continuing work. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
  • 35A-02-6:High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 12 small flying insects around dishwashing area. Warning
  • 12A-02-4:High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then prepared a beverage without washing hands at front line of kitchen. Spoke with operator, operator washed hands proper before returning to work. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
  • 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. In walk-in cooler, cooked baked beans (52F - ambient cooling) overnight per operator. Repeat 9/21/2023. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
  • 03D-06-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. In walk-in cooler, cooked baked beans (52F - ambient cooling) overnight per operator. See stop sale. Repeat 9/21/2023 Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
  • 29-42-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Three way splitter added, missing one vacuum breaker. Repeat 9/21/2023. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 03D-15-4:Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Cooked beans, cooked macaroni and cheese, raw chicken breasts in walk-in cooler observed cooling in large, deep containers, some plastic, some covered. Repeat 9/21/2023 Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
  • 53A-03-7:Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Anastasia F Goldbacher 1/12/2019 is only present food manager, expired 1/12/2024. Warning
  • 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/ 3 servers, 2 cooks preparing food, no current certified food manager present. Warning

9/21/2023· 2y 5mo ago

Visit ID: 8365059

Met Inspection Standards

3 high, 4 int, 4 basic

  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In walk-in cooler and bbq bins, round portion cups no handle. Repeat 1/13/2023 Repeat Violation
  • 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Dust on ceiling vents in kitchen and dry storage.
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor, 2 boxes pork on floor in walk-in freezer , operator moved to shelving. Corrected On-Site
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
  • 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. In walk-in cooler cooked beans (48F - Cold Holding) stored overnight per operator.
  • 03D-06-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. In walk-in cooler cooked beans (48F - Cold Holding) stored overnight per operator.
  • 29-42-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Three way splitter added to mop sink, missing one vacuum breaker.
  • 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. Provided operator with Clean-up Of Vomiting And Diarrheal Events handout HR 5030-104. Corrected On-Site
  • 03D-15-4:Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Cooked beans, cooked macaroni and cheese, raw chicken breasts in walk-in cooler observed cooling in large, deep containers, some plastic, some covered. Operator spread out and uncovered for proper cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at drink service station in kitchen. Operator placed towels at the sink. Corrected On-Site
  • 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 employee reporting agreement, (HR 5030-309) manager health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-101)and employee health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-103], discussed with operator importance of employee heath. Discussed employee heath with operator, operator began filling outform at time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**