Flipper's
Last inspected: Mar 23, 2026
78
Score
Going back to 2022, Flipper's has 11 inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 23, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.
“Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
By comparison, the average Fort Myers Beach facility scores 82, putting Flipper's on the weaker side. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
11
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 23, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. In walk in cooler, nineteen 8 ounce portions of Ani Tuna with a label stating to remove from package prior to thawing under refrigeration were still in sealed reduced oxygen packaging and fully thawed. This is a repeat violation from the previous inspection dated 10-28-2025 **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
01B-13-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. In walk in cooler, nineteen 8 ounce portions of Ani Tuna with a label stating to remove from package prior to thawing under refrigeration were still in sealed reduced oxygen packaging and fully thawed. This is a repeat violation from the previous inspection dated 10-28-2025 **Repeat Violation**
06-09-1
78
Nov 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Non food grade hose added to dish sink and no vacuum breaker present - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-06: New spray arm has been ordered. **Time Extended**
29-34-4
86
Oct 28, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On cooks line steam table Spanish hollandaise (95 F). This is a repeat violation from the previous inspection dated 03-10-2025 **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. In reach in cooler on cooks line, five 8 oz packages of Ahi Tune with a label stating to removed from package prior to thawing still sealed and completely thawed.
01B-13-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Non food grade hose added to dish sink and no vacuum breaker present
29-34-4
Intermediate - Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. After three attempts at the surface of the plates: Dishwasher (Temperature 152 F)
22-56-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. This is a repeat violation from the previous inspection dated 03-10-2025 **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. In reach in cooler on cooks line, five 8 oz packages of Ahi Tune with a label stating to removed from package prior to thawing still sealed and completely thawed.
06-09-1
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils stored in 78 F water next to food warmers. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
50
Mar 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
55
Oct 17, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 2, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish stored over ready to eat sliced cheese and lobster meat. Operator moved food to proper storage. This is a repeat violation from previous inspection dated 04-18-2024 **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Dishwasher (Temperature 149 F) after three attempts at the surface of the plate; operator to set up three compartment sink for sanitizing. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-56-4
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. **Warning**
16-62-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Scalloped potatoes, per operator made more than 24 hours prior not date marked **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Coffee on shelf with clean food containers in dish area. Operator removed drink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
61
Jun 24, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 18, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw tuna stored over ready to eat croissants. Operator moved to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee remove hat while on cooks line and adjust, place hat back on head and failed to wash hands prior to returning to work. Discussed with operator and observed hand washing. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-25-4
High Priority - Employee dried hands on clothes/apron/soiled towel after washing. Observed employee wash hands then dry hands on pants. Discussed with operator the need of single use towels to dry hands and to repeat hand washing. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
12A-18-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand washing sink in dish machine area used as dump sink. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator has added dry storage, reach in coolers and reach in freezers to off site building. Violation was previously cited but due to Hurricane Ian and the need for complete remodel p, application was cancelled. Operator will no need to reapply. **Warning**
51-16-7
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 Health Reporting Agreement DBPR Form HR 5030-103 (English) and DBPR Form HR 5030-203 (Spanish) **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Bottle water on prep table next to steam table, coffee next to clean plates on shelf. **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand washing sign in bathroom located within newly remodeled dry storage area. **Warning**
31B-04-4
43
Oct 17, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. WD 40 stored on shelf with food in back prep area. Operator moved WD 40 **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Dish machine operator changed gloves when going from soiled dished to unloading clean dishes without washing hands. Discussed proper hand washing with operator **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-09-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish and raw bacon stored over cooked ready to eat bacon. Operator moved food to proper storage **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Mold like substance on lid of frozen drink machine behind bar has a build up of a mold like substance.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Tuna Ceviche on menu is served raw but is not designated as raw. Operator designated menu item to reference consumer advisory **Corrected On-Site**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Scalloped potatoes not date marked with date of preparation in walk in cooler
02C-02-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Three employees working with food; no hair restraints. Operator provided hats to employees **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
45
May 30, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
55
Oct 27, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
45
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Flipper's last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Flipper's on file is from Mar 23, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Flipper's?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Flipper's.
How does Flipper's compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers Beach?
Flipper's most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Myers Beach average of 82.
Has Flipper's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Flipper's have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Flipper's 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 Flipper's inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Flipper's is inspected around three times per year on average.
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