How many health inspections has STEVE'B WATERFRONT CAFE had?

STEVE'B WATERFRONT CAFE has had 20 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has STEVE'B WATERFRONT CAFE ever been shut down?

No, STEVE'B WATERFRONT CAFE has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at STEVE'B WATERFRONT CAFE?

The most frequently cited violations at STEVE'B WATERFRONT CAFE are: Proper ventilation, Outer openings protected, Employee health policy.

What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?

FOOD QUALITY HAZARD: Food in poor condition — spoiled, contaminated, mislabeled, or adulterated — can cause foodborne illness, allergic reactions, or poisoning. Spoiled food may contain dangerous levels of histamine (causes scombroid poisoning from fish), Listeria (grows during refrigeration), or toxin-producing molds. Mislabeled food can trigger fatal allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. Inspect all food upon delivery and regularly during storage. Reject food that is: spoiled, damaged, at incorrect temperature, past expiration, improperly labeled, or from unverified sources. Date-mark all ready-to-eat TCS foods — use within 7 days if held at 41°F or below. Discard any food of questionable quality.

What does Florida violation V51 (Premises clean) mean?

OVERALL SANITATION: Premises not clean or in disrepair indicate systemic food safety management failure. Unsanitary conditions support pest populations, bacterial growth, and cross-contamination. Dirty facilities correlate with higher rates of critical violations. A facility's general cleanliness is the strongest predictor of its food safety performance. Maintain entire premises in clean and sanitary condition. Develop and implement cleaning schedule covering all areas. Clean as you go during operations. Deep clean regularly. Remove unnecessary items and clutter. Maintain exterior areas to prevent pest attraction. Address all maintenance needs promptly.

STEVE'B WATERFRONT CAFE

2015-B W FIRST ST, Fort Myers, FL 33901

Lee County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: STEVE'B WATERFRONT CAFE LLC · License: SEA4606469

STEVE'B WATERFRONT CAFE in Fort Myers, FL has 20 inspections on record with 53 total violations (2.7 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

20Inspections

53Violations

0Closures

Data current as of March 27, 2025

Inspection History (20)

Mar 27, 2025 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V11 Food in good condition

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Dec 17, 2024 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V51 Premises clean

Mar 20, 2024 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Oct 30, 2023 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 30, 2023 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Warning Issued

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 10, 2023 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

Nov 2, 2021 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

Jul 2, 2021 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V06 Handwashing facilities

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Mar 1, 2021 — Complaint Full· 7 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Jan 15, 2021 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

May 6, 2020 — Complaint Full· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jan 6, 2020 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V24 Toxic substance control

V25 Allergen awareness

Jul 30, 2019 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Nov 2, 2018 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Jul 12, 2018 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Jan 19, 2018 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Nov 27, 2017 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 24, 2017 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 25, 2017 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V25 Allergen awareness

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 18, 2017 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

V16 Proper cooking temps

V23 Chemical properly stored

How Does This Facility Compare?

STEVE'B WATERFRONT CAFE has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Lee County average of 0.07 closures per facility. It has averaged 2.7 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 2.72.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has STEVE'B WATERFRONT CAFE had?: STEVE'B WATERFRONT CAFE has had 20 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has STEVE'B WATERFRONT CAFE ever been shut down?: No, STEVE'B WATERFRONT CAFE has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at STEVE'B WATERFRONT CAFE?: The most frequently cited violations at STEVE'B WATERFRONT CAFE are: Proper ventilation, Outer openings protected, Employee health policy.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

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.

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