Edison Lunch Box
Last inspected: Apr 29, 2026
58
Score
Across the available record, Edison Lunch Box has 11 inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 29, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around five violations lately compared to roughly zero violations before.
Looking across the full record, “dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
That's lower than the typical Fort Myers restaurant, which scores around 80. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
11
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 29, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken stored over cooked chicken in the stand up reach in cooler next to the cook line. Employee removed the raw chicken. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit for the dish machine. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. No original copies provided for any food handler training. **Warning**
53B-09-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer blade soiled. Employee disassembled and cleaned the slicer. Mixer head soiled. Employee cleaned the mixer head. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-02-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drinks stored on a preparation tabled in the expo area. Employee removed the drinks. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Bag of potatoes stored on the floor next to the cook line area. Employee placed the potatoes on a shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
58
Sep 5, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 2 cans of black beans dented at seam. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-05: Observed one dented can, operator separated and will send back to supplier. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-01-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed winded and simple green spray bottles on drink prep area. Observed chemical spray bottles on rear prep area and prep table across from dish machine. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-05: Observed chemicals on prep table near dishwasher. The operator removed the chemicals. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
74
Aug 27, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken 51F and sliced cheese 57F above fill line on reach in cooler. Operator removed excess and placed in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 2 cans of black beans dented at seam.
01B-01-4
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dish machine at 0ppm. Operator set up 3 compartment sink and calling maintenance. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
22-41-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed winded and simple green spray bottles on drink prep area. Observed chemical spray bottles on rear prep area and prep table across from dish machine.
41-10-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle used for sugar below product. Operator removed handle. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop near mop sink not hung to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl used as scoop no handle in black pepper.
14-01-5
47
Feb 26, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 25, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed machine at 0ppm chlorine. **Warning**
22-41-4
86
Nov 6, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 26, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations.
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High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dishwasher machine at (Chlorine 0ppm). Directed operator to use 3 compartment sink for sanitization. **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw bacon stored over ready to eat ham and sauces in glass reach in cooler by 3 compartment sink. Operator moved item for proper storage. **Warning**
08A-05-6
74
Mar 28, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
86
Sep 21, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler labeled B and C: heavy cream (56F - Cold Holding); butter (50F - Cold Holding); ambient air (48F - Cold Holding). Refrigeration technician arrived during inspection to work on unit. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed accumulation of debris at bottom of white reach in freezer.
22-16-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Operator discarded item. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed unwrapped piece of cheese on cooler shelves in reach in cooler next to double ovens. Operator covered item. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
74
May 22, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
95
Jan 12, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Edison Lunch Box last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Edison Lunch Box on file is from Apr 29, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Edison Lunch Box?
Across the inspection record, “dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Edison Lunch Box.
How does Edison Lunch Box compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
Edison Lunch Box most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has Edison Lunch Box's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Edison Lunch Box have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Edison Lunch Box 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 Edison Lunch Box inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Edison Lunch Box is inspected around three times per year on average.
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