Captiva — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
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.
Most-Inspected Facilities
| Business | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 4,237 |
| 01 | Management awareness | 3,018 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 2,941 |
| 02 | Employee health policy | 2,005 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 1,761 |
Captiva Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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.
Captiva: Notable Restaurants
South Seas Island Resort - Red Fish Grill
25 inspections
114 violations
1 closures
Keylime Bistro
34 inspections
250 violations
Rc Otter's Captiva LLC
29 inspections
174 violations
Mucky Duck (the)
29 inspections
191 violations
Green Flash Restaurant
27 inspections
190 violations
South Seas Island Resort - Flippers
2 inspections
2 violations
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.
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