Lacantina in Cape Canaveral
Last inspected:
8803 N Atlantic Ave, Cape Canaveral, FL 32920La Cantina in Cape Canaveral has accumulated 238 violations across 31 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.7 per visit. The facility has faced 1 disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. Fire safety records document 2 citations for portable fire extinguisher gauges in the red zone, both cited between the kitchen and bar area in consecutive years. Top recurring violations include improper ventilation (27 citations), food contact surface issues (20 citations), and chemical storage violations (13 citations).
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Lacantina in Cape Canaveral: Comparison to Brevard County Averages
This Facility
7.7
violations / inspection
7.7 violations per inspection
Brevard County Avg
5.94
violations / inspection
5.94 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Brevard County Avg
0.16
closures / facility
0.16 county average
Lacantina in Cape Canaveral: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2018064370 | $400.00 | Oct 15, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
Lacantina in Cape Canaveral: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
On wall next to door between kitchen and bar
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.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Next to the door between bar and kitchen. On bar side
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.
Lacantina in Cape Canaveral: Full Inspection History — DBPR (31)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections21 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections23 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections23 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 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· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 6 inspections30 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections28 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Lacantina in Cape Canaveral: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Lacantina in Cape Canaveral last inspected?
- Lacantina in Cape Canaveral was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 24, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Lacantina in Cape Canaveral?
- The most frequently cited violations at Lacantina in Cape Canaveral are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Lacantina in Cape Canaveral had?
- Lacantina in Cape Canaveral has had 31 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Lacantina in Cape Canaveral find?
- Lacantina in Cape Canaveral was most recently inspected on February 24, 2026 with 5 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Lacantina in Cape Canaveral ever been shut down?
- No, Lacantina in Cape Canaveral has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- What does Florida violation V21 (Time as control) mean?
- Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
- Has Lacantina in Cape Canaveral had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Lacantina in Cape Canaveral has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Lacantina in Cape Canaveral faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Lacantina in Cape Canaveral has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Lacantina in Cape Canaveral been fined?
- Lacantina in Cape Canaveral 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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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