How many health inspections has CASA LUPITA CAFÉ had?

CASA LUPITA CAFÉ has had 29 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has CASA LUPITA CAFÉ ever been shut down?

Yes, CASA LUPITA CAFÉ has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at CASA LUPITA CAFÉ?

The most frequently cited violations at CASA LUPITA CAFÉ are: Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing, Outer openings protected.

What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?

DISEASE TRANSMISSION: Without a written employee health policy, sick food workers transmit Norovirus (20 million US cases/year), Hepatitis A (causes liver failure), Salmonella, Shigella, and E. coli O157:H7. CDC estimates 40% of restaurant outbreaks involve ill food workers. A single infected employee can contaminate food for thousands of customers. Maintain written employee health policy addressing: reporting of symptoms (vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever), diagnosed illnesses (Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, Shigella, E. coli), exclusion and restriction criteria, and return-to-work requirements. Train all employees on policy at hiring and annually.

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

TECHNIQUE FAILURE: Improper handwashing technique leaves pathogens on hands even when a handwashing attempt is made. Studies show 95% of people wash hands incorrectly — most don't scrub for 20 seconds or miss fingertips, thumbs, and between fingers. Incomplete washing creates a false sense of security while still transferring E. coli, Norovirus, and Salmonella to food. Correct technique requires: wet hands with clean warm water, apply soap, lather and scrub for 20+ seconds covering all surfaces including fingertips/nails/between fingers/back of hands, rinse thoroughly, dry with single-use towel. Use towel to turn off faucet. Do NOT use hand sanitizer as substitute for handwashing.

What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?

CROSS-CONTAMINATION: Improperly cleaned food contact surfaces are a primary vehicle for bacterial transfer. Cutting boards can harbor 200x more fecal bacteria than a toilet seat. Biofilms form on surfaces within 24 hours, protecting Listeria, Salmonella, and E. coli from routine cleaning. One contaminated surface can transfer pathogens to dozens of food items throughout the day. Clean and sanitize ALL food contact surfaces: after each use, between different food types (especially raw meat to ready-to-eat), every 4 hours during continuous use, and when contaminated. Use proper sanitizer concentration: chlorine 50-100 ppm, quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm. Air dry — do not towel dry. Test sanitizer concentration every 2 hours.

CASA LUPITA CAFÉ

13120 WESTLINKS TERR STE 10, Fort Myers, FL 33913

Lee County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: CASA LUPITA CAFÉ LLC · License: SEA4605716

CASA LUPITA CAFÉ in Fort Myers, FL has 29 inspections on record with 146 total violations (5 per inspection) and 1 emergency closure.

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Data current as of August 21, 2025

Emergency Closures (1)

Emergency closure history for CASA LUPITA CAFÉ
Date	Reason	Reopened
Aug 21, 2025	Roach activity	11:44:00

Inspection History (29)

Apr 11, 2025 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Dec 11, 2024 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Sep 16, 2024 — Routine - Food· 15 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

V14 Food contact surfaces

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Emergency Closures (1)

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