Captiva — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Captiva, Florida has 21 food establishments with 363 inspections on record. The pass rate is 94.7%, above the state average of 86%. Inspections average 4.7 violations per visit.

Largest fine: $800 assessed to Tween Waters Inn (main Kitchen) in Captiva on October 14, 2025.

Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.

21Facilities
363Total Inspections
0Closures 2026
94.7%Pass Rate
4.7Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
South Seas Island Resort - Red Fish Grill 25 114 1
Keylime Bistro 34 250 0
Tween Waters Inn (main Kitchen) 25 221 0
Mucky Duck (the) 29 191 0
Green Flash Restaurant 27 190 0

Captiva Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Captiva 94.7% Pass Rate 94.7%
Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%
Captiva 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Captiva 0 Closures per 100 Facilities 0
Florida Average 1.37 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.37

Captiva Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Green Flash Restaurant 6 (1 high) Administrative complaint recommended
Harborside 6 (2 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
South Seas Island Resort - Red Fish Grill 10 (2 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
South Seas Island Resort - Flippers 2 Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Captiva Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Captiva Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

21Actions on Record
$7,880Total Fines
$375Avg Fine
$900Largest Fine
9Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Oct 14, 2025 Tween Waters Inn (main Kitchen) $800 7--2025058987
Sep 17, 2025 Rc Otter's Captiva LLC $400 7--2025058546

Captiva Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records

In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Captiva has 2 FDACS-regulated facilities with 2 inspections on record.

2Retail Facilities
2FDACS Inspections

About FDACS Retail Food Inspections →

Captiva: Notable Restaurants

Captiva Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Captiva?
Captiva, Florida has 21 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Captiva?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Captiva is 94.7%. The Florida state average is 86%.
What are the most common health violations in Captiva?
The most frequently cited violations in Captiva are: Clean multi-use utensils, Management awareness, Proper hand/arm washing.
How does Captiva compare to the Florida state average?
Captiva has a pass rate of 94.7%, which is 8.7 percentage points above the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 4.7 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in Captiva?
Food establishments in Captiva have an average of 17.3 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Captiva been assessed?
Food establishments in Captiva have been assessed $7,880 in fines across 21 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $375 and the largest single fine was $900.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Captiva inspected?
Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Captiva, Florida has 2 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 2 inspections on record.

In the News Captiva

Captiva Restaurants & Food Establishments (21)

South Seas Island Resort - Red Fish Grill 1 closure

5400 PLANTATION RD, Captiva

25 inspections · 114 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Keylime Bistro

11509 ANDY ROSSE LN, Captiva

34 inspections · 250 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Tween Waters Inn (main Kitchen)

15951 CAPTIVA DR, Captiva

25 inspections · 221 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Mucky Duck (the)

11546 ANDY ROSSE LN, Captiva

29 inspections · 191 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Green Flash Restaurant

15183 CAPTIVA DR, Captiva

27 inspections · 190 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Rc Otter's Captiva LLC

11506 ANDY ROSSE LANE, Captiva

29 inspections · 174 violations · Last: Dec 2025

Bubble Room Restaurant

15001 CAPTIVA DR, Captiva

22 inspections · 157 violations · Last: Aug 2025

Island Club Fla 2022 Operations LLC

533 RUM RD, Captiva

23 inspections · 126 violations · Last: Oct 2025

Harborside

5400 PLANTATION RD, Captiva

19 inspections · 105 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Captiva Island Yacht Club

15903 CAPTIVA RD, Captiva

25 inspections · 94 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Sunshine Seafood Cafe & Wine Bar

11508 ANDY ROSSE LN UNIT 8, Captiva

19 inspections · 90 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Oasis Pool Bar the

15951 SW CAPTIVA DR, Captiva

21 inspections · 86 violations · Last: Dec 2025

Scoops and Slices

5400 PLANTATION RD, Captiva

15 inspections · 59 violations · Last: Sep 2025

South Seas Island Resort

5400 PLANTATION RD, Captiva

13 inspections · 43 violations · Last: Oct 2025

Latte Da Coffee & Ice Cream Shop

11508 ANDY ROSSE LN #8, Captiva

12 inspections · 37 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Captiva Canoe Club

15951 CAPTIVA DRIVE, Captiva

18 inspections · 33 violations · Last: Dec 2025

South Seas Resort - Golf Starter Bldg

5400 PLANTATION RD, Captiva

3 inspections · 6 violations · Last: Mar 2026

South Seas Island Resort - Beach House

5400 PLANTATION RD, Captiva

2 inspections · 5 violations · Last: Mar 2026

South Seas Island Resort - Flippers

5400 PLANTATION RD, Captiva

2 inspections · 2 violations · Last: Apr 2026

The Island Store FDACS Retail

11500 Andy Rosse LN, Captiva

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS