Sunflower Cafe in Fort Myers Beach
Last inspected:
11410 Summerlin Square Dr, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931Sunflower Cafe in Fort Myers Beach has accumulated 201 violations across 33 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.1 per visit. The facility has not been shut down but shows a pattern of repeated warnings and compliance callbacks, with three disciplinary actions resulting in $1,520 in fines. Top violations involve clean utensil handling, shell stock requirements, and employee health reporting. Recent inspections from 2024 onward show improving compliance, with the March 2026 inspection documenting only 3 violations.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Sunflower Cafe in Fort Myers Beach: Comparison to Lee County Averages
This Facility
6.1
violations / inspection
6.1 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
Sunflower Cafe in Fort Myers Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,520.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024035467 | $800.00 | May 20, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 7--2023042698 | $400.00 | Jun 6, 2023 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 7--2018021104 | $320.00 | Mar 20, 2018 | Fort Lauderdale |
Sunflower Cafe in Fort Myers Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (33)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections27 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections17 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 5 inspections29 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections18 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Sunflower Cafe in Fort Myers Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Sunflower Cafe in Fort Myers Beach last inspected?
- Sunflower Cafe in Fort Myers Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 11, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Sunflower Cafe in Fort Myers Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Sunflower Cafe in Fort Myers Beach are: Clean multi-use utensils, Shell stock requirements, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Sunflower Cafe in Fort Myers Beach had?
- Sunflower Cafe in Fort Myers Beach has had 33 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Sunflower Cafe in Fort Myers Beach find?
- Sunflower Cafe in Fort Myers Beach was most recently inspected on March 11, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Sunflower Cafe in Fort Myers Beach ever been shut down?
- No, Sunflower Cafe in Fort Myers Beach 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 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 V41 (Toilet facilities) mean?
- Violation 41 (Toilet facilities) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/41.
- Has Sunflower Cafe in Fort Myers Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Sunflower Cafe in Fort Myers Beach has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,520.00 in fines.
- How much has Sunflower Cafe in Fort Myers Beach been fined?
- Sunflower Cafe in Fort Myers Beach has been fined a total of $1,520.00 across 3 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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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