Best Western Fort Myers Inn & Suites

4400 Ford Street Ext, Fort Myers, FL 33916

American

Last inspected: Apr 15, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2023, Best Western Fort Myers Inn & Suites has seven inspections in the public record. Best Western Fort Myers Inn & Suites was last inspected on Apr 15, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Compared to the prior visit, the count dropped from four violations to two.

The most common issue across all inspections has been basic - Open dumpster lid, showing up three times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Fort Myers restaurant scores 81. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 15, 2026

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Dec 16, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in cooler at buffet area. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Jul 10, 2025

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag stored over cream bottle. Operator removed employee bag to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in cooler at front counter.

14-69-4

Basic - Open dumpster lid.

33-16-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Coffee filters stored uncovered at dry storage. Operator stored coffee filters covered. **Corrected On-Site**

25-05-4

Jan 10, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pork sausage at 129F on hot table buffet line. Operator stated item was put out about 45 minutes ago and brought product to kitchen to reheat. Temperature now 168F. **Corrected On-Site**

03B-01-6

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed food stored in front of hand washing sink. Recommended Operator keep area free to approach sink.

31A-09-4

Basic - Open dumpster lid.

33-16-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed small bottles of hand lotion on shelf above prep table in food storage area.

40-06-5

Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed cracked light shield in food storage area with reach in coolers.

38-01-4

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Operator located an ambient thermometer and placed in reach in cooler with butter, cream cheese and yogurt. **Corrected On-Site**

05-09-4

May 7, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed stand up reach-in freezer in kitchen gasket torn. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-07: **Time Extended**

14-11-5

Mar 5, 2024

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

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. All personnel has to read and sign form. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

11-26-1

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**

53B-05-5

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/ **Warning**

53A-03-7

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed stand up reach-in freezer in kitchen gasket torn. **Warning**

14-11-5

Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning**

33-16-4

Feb 21, 2023

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

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 Form DBPR HR 5030-104 via email. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-27-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed plastic container in hand washing sink by dry storage. Operator removed from sink during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

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**

11-26-1

Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. **Repeat Violation**

25-27-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Best Western Fort Myers Inn & Suites last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Best Western Fort Myers Inn & Suites on file is from Apr 15, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Best Western Fort Myers Inn & Suites?

Across the inspection record, basic - Open dumpster lid has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Best Western Fort Myers Inn & Suites.

How does Best Western Fort Myers Inn & Suites compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?

Best Western Fort Myers Inn & Suites most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Myers average of 81.

Has Best Western Fort Myers Inn & Suites's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Best Western Fort Myers Inn & Suites have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about four previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Best Western Fort Myers Inn & Suites means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Best Western Fort Myers Inn & Suites inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Best Western Fort Myers Inn & Suites is inspected around two times per year on average.

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