Cafe (the) in Cape Coral
Last inspected:
2301 Del Prado Blvd, Cape Coral, FL 339904615The Cafe in Cape Coral averaged 6 violations per inspection across 25 routine inspections between September 2022 and December 2025, slightly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations appeared in 10 of the 25 inspections, with allergen awareness, food contact surfaces, shell stock requirements, and employee health reporting cited repeatedly across the inspection period. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $200 in fines. Two inspections in early 2025 resulted in administrative complaint recommendations due to high-priority findings including employee health reporting violations, food condition issues, and improper time-as-control procedures. The most recent inspection on December 16, 2025 documented 15 violations and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Cafe (the) in Cape Coral: Comparison to Lee County Averages
Cafe (the) in Cape Coral: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2017045593 | $200.00 | Aug 1, 2017 | Miami (Doral) |
Cafe (the) in Cape Coral: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 3 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections23 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections19 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 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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— 2 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Cafe (the) in Cape Coral: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Cafe (the) in Cape Coral last inspected?
- Cafe (the) in Cape Coral was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 16, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Cafe (the) in Cape Coral?
- The most frequently cited violations at Cafe (the) in Cape Coral are: Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Cafe (the) in Cape Coral had?
- Cafe (the) in Cape Coral has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Cafe (the) in Cape Coral find?
- Cafe (the) in Cape Coral was most recently inspected on December 16, 2025 with 5 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Cafe (the) in Cape Coral ever been shut down?
- No, Cafe (the) in Cape Coral has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- 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 V25 (Allergen awareness) mean?
- Violation 25 (Allergen awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/25.
- Has Cafe (the) in Cape Coral faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Cafe (the) in Cape Coral has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Cafe (the) in Cape Coral been fined?
- Cafe (the) in Cape Coral has been fined a total of $200.00 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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