Cravings by Chef Hector
2000 Cranford Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33916 · Permanent Food Service · License 4607371
What drove the grade
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.
How the score was calculated
- Starting score100
- Violations at the Sep 30 routine inspection1 high priority (fixed on the spot, 1 repeat), 2 intermediate (1 fixed on the spot), 2 basic-12
- Safety score88
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Inspection history
1 inspection · 1 visitRoutine inspection
- First visitSep 30, 2026 Warning issued
Problems were found that had to be fixed. The inspector will come back to check.
5 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
High priority1
Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.
In reach in cooler near service window; raw shell eggs stored over cheese. Operator removed raw shell eggs to bottom shelf.
Fixed on the spotRepeat violation
Intermediate2
Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Operator provided paper towels.
Fixed on the spot
Code 53, Manager certification and employee training: Food manager certification expired on 04/28/26.
A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. No other CFM for this establishment.
Basic2
Code 25, Single-service items: Single-service drinking cups lids not stored inverted or protected from contamination.
Operator stored inverted.
Fixed on the spot
Code 36, Floors, walls, ceilings and ventilation: Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Reading this report
Priority levels
- High priority The problems most likely to make someone sick directly.
- Intermediate Could lead to a high-priority problem if not fixed.
- Basic Best practices and general upkeep.
Terms in the inspectors’ reports
- Ready-to-eat food
- Food eaten without further cooking, such as salads, sandwiches, deli meats and cooked dishes.