South Cape Diner in Cape Coral
Last inspected:
1215 Cape Coral Pkwy E, Cape Coral, FL 33904South Cape Diner in Cape Coral has accumulated 277 violations across 31 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.9 per visit. The facility has never been shut down but faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $200 fine. A 2020 fire inspection cited a propane tank stored inside the building. The most frequently cited violations involve utensil cleanliness, consumer advisories, and food contact surfaces, with recent inspections in 2025 showing improvement to 5-6 violations per visit.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
South Cape Diner in Cape Coral: Comparison to Lee County Averages
This Facility
8.9
violations / inspection
8.9 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
South Cape Diner in Cape Coral: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2021021400 | $200.00 | Apr 6, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
South Cape Diner in Cape Coral: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
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.
South Cape Diner in Cape Coral: Full Inspection History — DBPR (31)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections26 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections28 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections26 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 5 inspections45 violations · 26 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 19 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 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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— 2 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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South Cape Diner in Cape Coral: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was South Cape Diner in Cape Coral last inspected?
- South Cape Diner in Cape Coral was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 23, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at South Cape Diner in Cape Coral?
- The most frequently cited violations at South Cape Diner in Cape Coral are: Clean multi-use utensils, Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has South Cape Diner in Cape Coral had?
- South Cape Diner in Cape Coral has had 31 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of South Cape Diner in Cape Coral find?
- South Cape Diner in Cape Coral was most recently inspected on January 23, 2026 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has South Cape Diner in Cape Coral ever been shut down?
- No, South Cape Diner in Cape Coral has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V27 (Correct procedures) mean?
- Violation 27 (Correct procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/27.
- 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.
- Has South Cape Diner in Cape Coral had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, South Cape Diner in Cape Coral has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has South Cape Diner in Cape Coral faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, South Cape Diner in Cape Coral has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has South Cape Diner in Cape Coral been fined?
- South Cape Diner 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).
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