Keylime Bistro Boca Grande & the Loose Caboose Ice Cream Shoppe in Boca Grande
Last inspected:
433 4 St W, Boca Grande, FL 33921Keylime Bistro Boca Grande & The Loose Caboose Ice Cream Shoppe in Boca Grande was emergency-closed on April 29, 2024 for roach and rodent activity. The facility has recorded 24 inspections with 150 total violations between 2022 and March 2026, averaging 6.3 violations per inspection — above the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been frequent and recurring: proper hand and arm washing violations appeared in at least 5 inspections, employee health policy violations in at least 3, and food contact surface violations in at least 4. The facility has also faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $700 in fines. A fire safety violation documented exposed electrical wiring on November 4, 2022. Most recent inspection on March 3, 2026 resulted in 5 basic violations with disposition Inspection Completed - No Further Action, though the October 17, 2025 inspection with 21 violations (4 high-priority) resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation.
Most recent closure: April 29, 2024 for roach & rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Keylime Bistro Boca Grande & the Loose Caboose Ice Cream Shoppe in Boca Grande: Comparison to Lee County Averages
This Facility
6.3
violations / inspection
6.3 violations per inspection
Lee County Avg
4.36
violations / inspection
4.36 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Lee County Avg
0.1
closures / facility
0.1 county average
Keylime Bistro Boca Grande & the Loose Caboose Ice Cream Shoppe in Boca Grande: Emergency Closure History (1)
Keylime Bistro Boca Grande & the Loose Caboose Ice Cream Shoppe in Boca Grande: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $700.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025054428 | $300.00 | Jul 7, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2024025962 | $400.00 | Apr 29, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale |
Keylime Bistro Boca Grande & the Loose Caboose Ice Cream Shoppe in Boca Grande: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Food-Licensing Inspection · 47-03-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Exposed wires coming out of wall at left hand side of ice cream counter.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Keylime Bistro Boca Grande & the Loose Caboose Ice Cream Shoppe in Boca Grande: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections12 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections37 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections24 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Keylime Bistro Boca Grande & the Loose Caboose Ice Cream Shoppe in Boca Grande: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Keylime Bistro Boca Grande & the Loose Caboose Ice Cream Shoppe in Boca Grande last inspected?
- Keylime Bistro Boca Grande & the Loose Caboose Ice Cream Shoppe in Boca Grande was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 3, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Keylime Bistro Boca Grande & the Loose Caboose Ice Cream Shoppe in Boca Grande last shut down?
- Keylime Bistro Boca Grande & the Loose Caboose Ice Cream Shoppe in Boca Grande was last shut down on April 29, 2024 for roach & 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 Keylime Bistro Boca Grande & the Loose Caboose Ice Cream Shoppe in Boca Grande?
- The most frequently cited violations at Keylime Bistro Boca Grande & the Loose Caboose Ice Cream Shoppe in Boca Grande are: Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Keylime Bistro Boca Grande & the Loose Caboose Ice Cream Shoppe in Boca Grande had?
- Keylime Bistro Boca Grande & the Loose Caboose Ice Cream Shoppe in Boca Grande has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Keylime Bistro Boca Grande & the Loose Caboose Ice Cream Shoppe in Boca Grande find?
- Keylime Bistro Boca Grande & the Loose Caboose Ice Cream Shoppe in Boca Grande was most recently inspected on March 3, 2026 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Keylime Bistro Boca Grande & the Loose Caboose Ice Cream Shoppe in Boca Grande ever been shut down?
- Yes, Keylime Bistro Boca Grande & the Loose Caboose Ice Cream Shoppe in Boca Grande has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- What does Florida violation V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?
- Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.
- Has Keylime Bistro Boca Grande & the Loose Caboose Ice Cream Shoppe in Boca Grande had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Keylime Bistro Boca Grande & the Loose Caboose Ice Cream Shoppe in Boca Grande has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Keylime Bistro Boca Grande & the Loose Caboose Ice Cream Shoppe in Boca Grande faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Keylime Bistro Boca Grande & the Loose Caboose Ice Cream Shoppe in Boca Grande has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $700.00 in fines.
- How much has Keylime Bistro Boca Grande & the Loose Caboose Ice Cream Shoppe in Boca Grande been fined?
- Keylime Bistro Boca Grande & the Loose Caboose Ice Cream Shoppe in Boca Grande has been fined a total of $700.00 across 2 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).
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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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