Southern Charm Bistro & Bakery
Last inspected: Feb 11, 2026
90
Score
The health department has logged eight inspections at Southern Charm Bistro & Bakery, the earliest from 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 11, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.
Looking across the full record, “working containers of food removed” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
Among Fort Myers restaurants, the typical score is 80; Southern Charm Bistro & Bakery is comfortably above that bar. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Feb 11, 2026
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Food stored on floor. Oil container stored on floor near cook line.
08B-38-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar container not labeled near dry storage. Operator labeled sugar container. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
90
Oct 1, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing on splitter added to hose bibb at triple sink.
29-34-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior of the hood soiled with grease.
23-03-4
Basic - Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected.
32-17-4
78
Jun 9, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing on splitter added to hose bibb at triple sink.
29-34-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical bottle stored over spices. Operator removed chemical bottles to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles around the vents soiled with mold like substance at kitchen.
36-34-5
70
Feb 4, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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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 Health Reporting Agreement. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior of the hood soiled with grease.
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Multiple tiles and vents soiled with dust in the kitchen.
36-34-5
74
May 31, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
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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 health agreement and operator started signing with employees at time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
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 DBPR HR 5030-104 form and operator posted at kitchen at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Clean spoons not stored inverted at bar area. Operator stored inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator chocking sign and operator posted sign at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
51-13-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Single-service food containers not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Operator stored inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen raw salmon thawing in standing water in the kitchen. Discussed operator proper thawing procedures and operator removed salmon to reach-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses at prep area. Operator stored in sanitizing solution. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
61
Jan 11, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 8, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
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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
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar container on shelving in dry storage. Educated operator on proper labeling. Operator labeled container. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02D-01-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Warning**
51-11-4
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. Operator removed fish from packaging. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
06-09-1
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Floor area in front of beverage reach in cooler at front bar area covered with standing water. **Warning**
36-22-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Restroom. **Warning**
31B-04-4
61
Dec 15, 2022
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.Repeat 6/16/2022 **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar and Brown sugar in container not labeled. Operator labeled items **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Southern Charm Bistro & Bakery last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Southern Charm Bistro & Bakery on file is from Feb 11, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Southern Charm Bistro & Bakery?
Across the inspection record, “working containers of food removed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Southern Charm Bistro & Bakery.
How does Southern Charm Bistro & Bakery compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
Southern Charm Bistro & Bakery most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has Southern Charm Bistro & Bakery's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Southern Charm Bistro & Bakery have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Southern Charm Bistro & Bakery 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 Southern Charm Bistro & Bakery inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Southern Charm Bistro & Bakery is inspected around three times per year on average.
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