Citanos Cafeteria INC in Cape Coral
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30 Hancock Bridge Pkwy Unit 101, Cape Coral, FL 33991Citanos Cafeteria Inc in Cape Coral averaged 5.1 violations per inspection across 14 routine inspections between September 2023 and December 2025, near Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed. High-priority violations centered on hand washing, food contact surface sanitation, and employee health reporting. Hand washing violations were cited in at least 5 of the 14 inspections; food contact surface violations appeared in nearly every inspection. Employee health policy violations, including failure to report illness and management awareness of reporting requirements, were documented in 5 inspections, with an admin complaint recommended in November 2023 and again in September 2024. Two disciplinary actions totaling $1,080 in fines were issued. The most recent routine inspection on December 10, 2025 found 12 violations including high-priority citations for hand washing, toxic substance control, and food contact surfaces, resulting in no further action.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Citanos Cafeteria INC in Cape Coral: Comparison to Lee County Averages
Citanos Cafeteria INC in Cape Coral: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,080.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024063490 | $400.00 | Sep 11, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2024001589 | $680.00 | Nov 15, 2023 | Orlando |
Citanos Cafeteria INC in Cape Coral: Full Inspection History — DBPR (15)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections19 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Citanos Cafeteria INC in Cape Coral: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Citanos Cafeteria INC in Cape Coral last inspected?
- Citanos Cafeteria INC in Cape Coral was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 10, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
- What are the most common violations at Citanos Cafeteria INC in Cape Coral?
- The most frequently cited violations at Citanos Cafeteria INC in Cape Coral are: Food contact surfaces, Outer openings protected, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Citanos Cafeteria INC in Cape Coral had?
- Citanos Cafeteria INC in Cape Coral has had 15 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.1 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Citanos Cafeteria INC in Cape Coral find?
- Citanos Cafeteria INC in Cape Coral was most recently inspected on August 10, 2026 with 5 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
- Has Citanos Cafeteria INC in Cape Coral ever been shut down?
- No, Citanos Cafeteria INC in Cape Coral has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- 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 V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Citanos Cafeteria INC in Cape Coral faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Citanos Cafeteria INC in Cape Coral has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,080.00 in fines.
- How much has Citanos Cafeteria INC in Cape Coral been fined?
- Citanos Cafeteria INC in Cape Coral has been fined a total of $1,080.00 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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