FLIPPER'S
8771/8767 ESTERO BLVD, FORT MYERS BEACH, FL 33931
License #4605245
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Solid Health Score
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FLIPPER'S in FORT MYERS BEACH currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 90.8 out of 100 — a B grade — generally clean with some minor or moderate violations on record. This restaurant has 2 inspections on record from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on July 27, 2026. Across those visits, DBPR recorded 10 total findings; InspectFL has detailed violation rows for 8 of them so far.
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What stands out in this inspection history
The latest inspection on July 27, 2026 shows 1 observation row, all minor, which is usually a better sign than repeat high-priority findings.
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Inspection History
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- Disposition: Call Back - Complied
- [14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Inside reach in freezers
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