Cape Coral — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Cape Coral Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Cape Coral Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

Cape Coral Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Cape Coral Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

Cape Coral Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

Cape Coral Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records

In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Cape Coral has 146 FDACS-regulated facilities with 265 inspections on record and 99 stop-sale orders issued.

Cape Coral FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders

A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.

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Cape Coral FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

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Cape Coral Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

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Cape Coral: Notable Restaurants

Cape Coral: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

Cape Coral Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Cape Coral?

Cape Coral, Florida has 474 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).

What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Cape Coral?

The current pass rate for food establishments in Cape Coral is 96.1%. The Florida state average is 85.9%.

How many restaurants were shut down in Cape Coral this year?

3 food establishments in Cape Coral have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.

What are the most common health violations in Cape Coral?

The most frequently cited violations in Cape Coral are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.

Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Cape Coral?

McDonalds has the most locations in Cape Coral with 8 establishments.

How does Cape Coral compare to the Florida state average?

Cape Coral has a pass rate of 96.1%, which is 10.2 percentage points above the state average of 85.9%. The average violations per inspection is 4.9 compared to the state average of 4.66.

How often are restaurants inspected in Cape Coral?

Food establishments in Cape Coral have an average of 15.2 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.

How much in fines have restaurants in Cape Coral been assessed?

Food establishments in Cape Coral have been assessed $107,340 in fines across 264 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $414 and the largest single fine was $3,200.

How many fire safety violations have been found in Cape Coral restaurants?

91 fire safety violations have been documented across 55 food establishments in Cape Coral. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.

Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Cape Coral inspected?

Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Cape Coral, Florida has 146 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 265 inspections on record.

How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Cape Coral?

FDACS has issued 99 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Cape Coral, including 2 in 2026. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.

Cape Coral Restaurants & Food Establishments (467)