Bay Street Butcher

2136 Bay St, Fort Myers, FL 33901
Grocery / Market
Last inspected: Apr 30, 2026
67
Score
Medium Risk

Across the available record, Bay Street Butcher has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. Bay Street Butcher was last inspected on Apr 30, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around six violations each, up from closer to four violations before.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “food stored outside”, showing up two times.

Bay Street Butcher's latest score of 67 falls below the Fort Myers average of 80. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 30, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ During inspection the operator was able to produce a current manager certification. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
53A-03-7
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. Decal expired 12/1/25. Operator placed current decal on during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
50-03-4
Basic - Food stored outside. Observed multiple containers of vegetable oil stored outside unit near grease trap. **Warning**
08B-42-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Handwash sink plumbing is leaking within cabinet. **Warning**
29-08-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Single service containers and bowls not inverted. **Warning**
25-06-4
67
Mar 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine.
16-32-5
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Observed trap door style opening service window with no sliding panels or screening.
35B-14-4
Basic - Food stored outside. Observed reach in freezer stored outside in between units.
08B-42-4
Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
36-68-5
78
Oct 25, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink as blocked by items stored in sink. Operator removed items from sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine.
16-32-5
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
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.
50-04-4
70
May 14, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bay Street Butcher last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Bay Street Butcher on file is from Apr 30, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Bay Street Butcher?

Across the inspection record, “food stored outside” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Bay Street Butcher.

How does Bay Street Butcher compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?

Bay Street Butcher most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Myers average of 80.

Has Bay Street Butcher's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Bay Street Butcher have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Bay Street Butcher means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Bay Street Butcher inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Bay Street Butcher is inspected around two times per year on average.