How many health inspections has AZUCAR RESTAURANT AND BAKERY had?

AZUCAR RESTAURANT AND BAKERY has had 33 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has AZUCAR RESTAURANT AND BAKERY ever been shut down?

Yes, AZUCAR RESTAURANT AND BAKERY has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at AZUCAR RESTAURANT AND BAKERY?

The most frequently cited violations at AZUCAR RESTAURANT AND BAKERY are: Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting, Proper ventilation.

What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?

OUTBREAK ENABLER: Food workers who fail to report illness symptoms are the #1 cause of multi-victim outbreaks. Norovirus is shed in billions of viral particles per gram of stool — as few as 18 particles cause infection. One symptomatic worker can infect hundreds of customers before detection. CDC links 70% of Norovirus outbreaks to infected food handlers. Employees must immediately report: vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever, infected wounds or boils. Must also report diagnosed illness with Salmonella Typhi, Shigella, E. coli O157:H7, Hepatitis A virus, or Norovirus. Person in charge must exclude or restrict employees per FDA Food Code guidelines.

What does Florida violation V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?

CONTAMINATION PATHWAY: Improper handwashing is the single most significant factor in spreading foodborne illness. Hands carry 3,200 bacteria per square centimeter. CDC reports proper handwashing reduces diarrheal illness by 30% and respiratory illness by 21%. Inadequate technique leaves Norovirus, E. coli, and Salmonella on hands, directly contaminating food. Employees must wash hands for minimum 20 seconds with soap and warm water: before handling food, after touching raw meat, after using restroom, after sneezing/coughing, after handling garbage, after touching face/hair, when switching tasks. Use proper technique: wet hands, apply soap, scrub 20 seconds including fingertips and between fingers, rinse, dry with single-use towel.

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

TECHNIQUE FAILURE: Improper handwashing technique leaves pathogens on hands even when a handwashing attempt is made. Studies show 95% of people wash hands incorrectly — most don't scrub for 20 seconds or miss fingertips, thumbs, and between fingers. Incomplete washing creates a false sense of security while still transferring E. coli, Norovirus, and Salmonella to food. Correct technique requires: wet hands with clean warm water, apply soap, lather and scrub for 20+ seconds covering all surfaces including fingertips/nails/between fingers/back of hands, rinse thoroughly, dry with single-use towel. Use towel to turn off faucet. Do NOT use hand sanitizer as substitute for handwashing.

AZUCAR RESTAURANT AND BAKERY

3326 DEL PRADO BLVD S, Cape Coral, FL 33904

Lee County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: AZUCAR RESTAURANT AND BAKERY INC · License: SEA4604697

AZUCAR RESTAURANT AND BAKERY in Cape Coral, FL has 33 inspections on record with 203 total violations (6.2 per inspection) and 1 emergency closure.

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Data current as of October 21, 2024

Emergency Closures (1)

Emergency closure history for AZUCAR RESTAURANT AND BAKERY
Date	Reason	Reopened
Nov 17, 2016	Roach activity	08:34:00

Inspection History (33)

Oct 21, 2024 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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