Caloosa Grill in Alva
Last inspected:
3500 River Hall Pkwy, Alva, FL 33920Caloosa Grill in Alva has been emergency-closed once, on March 25, 2016, for rodent activity. The facility has accumulated 119 violations across 18 inspections dating back to 2016, averaging 6.6 violations per inspection—nearly 27% above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been persistent: handwashing and proper cooking temperatures were cited in multiple inspections, with hand washing violations appearing in at least 4 of the last 8 inspections; employee health policy violations were documented in at least 3 inspections; and food contact surface violations appeared repeatedly. The facility has been issued one formal disciplinary action with $400 in fines. Recent inspections show continuing compliance issues: the March 3, 2026 inspection found 21 violations including high-priority citations for employee health policy, proper cooking temperatures, and food contact surfaces, and was completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: March 25, 2016 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Caloosa Grill in Alva: Comparison to Lee County Averages
Caloosa Grill in Alva: Emergency Closure History (1)
| Date | Reason | Reopened |
|---|---|---|
| Rodent activity | 07:56:00 |
Caloosa Grill in Alva: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2016015556 | $400.00 | Mar 25, 2016 | Fort Lauderdale |
Caloosa Grill in Alva: Full Inspection History — DBPR (18)
— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections25 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Caloosa Grill in Alva: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Caloosa Grill in Alva last inspected?
- Caloosa Grill in Alva was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 3, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Caloosa Grill in Alva last shut down?
- Caloosa Grill in Alva was last shut down on March 25, 2016 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Caloosa Grill in Alva?
- The most frequently cited violations at Caloosa Grill in Alva are: Proper cooking temps, Employee health policy, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Caloosa Grill in Alva had?
- Caloosa Grill in Alva has had 18 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Caloosa Grill in Alva find?
- Caloosa Grill in Alva was most recently inspected on March 3, 2026 with 8 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Caloosa Grill in Alva ever been shut down?
- Yes, Caloosa Grill in Alva has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- Has Caloosa Grill in Alva faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Caloosa Grill in Alva has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Caloosa Grill in Alva been fined?
- Caloosa Grill in Alva has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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