Mel's Diner in Cape Coral
Last inspected:
1331 Pine Island Rd Ne, Cape Coral, FL 33909Mel's Diner in Cape Coral has compiled 377 violations across 35 inspections, averaging 10.8 violations per inspection—more than double the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has faced two disciplinary actions totaling $600 in fines. Employee health policy violations are a dominant pattern, appearing as high-priority findings in at least 10 of the past 8 inspections, alongside recurring high-priority violations for food contact surface sanitation, proper hand and arm washing, consumer advisories, and approved food source compliance. Food safety violations including parasite destruction, time as control, and shell stock requirements have also been cited repeatedly. Fire safety violations involving portable fire extinguisher gauge failures were documented in 2019. The most recent inspection on February 13, 2026 identified 30 violations including three high-priority findings for employee health reporting, parasite destruction, and food contact surfaces, resulting in an administrative complaint recommendation.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Mel's Diner in Cape Coral: Comparison to Lee County Averages
This Facility
10.6
violations / inspection
10.6 violations per inspection
Lee County Avg
4.36
violations / inspection
4.36 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Lee County Avg
0.1
closures / facility
0.1 county average
Mel's Diner in Cape Coral: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024054993 | $400.00 | Aug 9, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 7--2021010058 | $200.00 | Feb 10, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Mel's Diner in Cape Coral: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (4)
— 4 fire violations
— Complaint Full · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. By side door. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2019-11-25: **Time Extended**
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.
— Complaint Full · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. By side door. **Repeat Violation**
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.
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. By back door in back prep area. - From follow-up inspection 2019-10-01: **Time Extended**
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.
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. By back door in back prep area.
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.
Mel's Diner in Cape Coral: Full Inspection History — DBPR (36)
— 2 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 5 inspections39 violations · 27 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections34 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections26 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 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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— 4 inspections28 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 6 inspections52 violations · 28 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections21 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Mel's Diner in Cape Coral: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Mel's Diner in Cape Coral last inspected?
- Mel's Diner in Cape Coral was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 20, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Mel's Diner in Cape Coral?
- The most frequently cited violations at Mel's Diner in Cape Coral are: Proper ventilation, Clean multi-use utensils, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Mel's Diner in Cape Coral had?
- Mel's Diner in Cape Coral has had 36 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Mel's Diner in Cape Coral find?
- Mel's Diner in Cape Coral was most recently inspected on April 20, 2026 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Mel's Diner in Cape Coral ever been shut down?
- No, Mel's Diner in Cape Coral has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- 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 Mel's Diner in Cape Coral had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Mel's Diner in Cape Coral has 4 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Mel's Diner in Cape Coral faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Mel's Diner in Cape Coral has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has Mel's Diner in Cape Coral been fined?
- Mel's Diner in Cape Coral has been fined a total of $600.00 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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