Cafe Perks in Longwood
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724 S Us Hwy 17-92, Longwood, FL 32750Cafe Perks in Longwood has been emergency-closed 3 times since 2015, including on January 30, 2025 for sewage issue and roach activity, and twice in November 2015 for roach activity. The facility recorded 189 violations across 27 inspections from 2015 to March 2026, averaging 7.0 violations per inspection—more than one-third higher than the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been frequent and recurring: employee health policy violations appeared in at least 5 inspections, chemical storage violations were cited in 8 of the last 10 inspections, food contact surface violations were documented in 6 inspections, and proper cooking temperature violations appeared in 7 inspections. The facility has been subject to 4 disciplinary actions totaling $1,920 in fines. A fire safety violation documenting electrical wiring in disrepair at the walk-in cooler light switch was recorded on May 19, 2015. The most recent inspection on March 4, 2026 documented 30 violations including 2 high-priority findings (employee health reporting and proper cooking temperatures) and resulted in "Inspection Completed - No Further Action" disposition.
Most recent closure: January 30, 2025 for sewage issue/roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Cafe Perks in Longwood: Comparison to Seminole County Averages
Cafe Perks in Longwood: Emergency Closure History (3)
Cafe Perks in Longwood: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $1,920.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025006628 | $800.00 | Jan 30, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 4--2023025282 | $200.00 | Feb 23, 2023 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2015029319 | $400.00 | May 19, 2015 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2015001130 | $520.00 | Nov 13, 2014 | Tampa |
Cafe Perks in Longwood: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 47-03-4 · Administrative complaint recommended
Cafe Perks in Longwood: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 1 inspection10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections25 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections19 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections25 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections25 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 6 inspections20 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Cafe Perks in Longwood: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Cafe Perks in Longwood last inspected?
- Cafe Perks in Longwood was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 4, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Cafe Perks in Longwood last shut down?
- Cafe Perks in Longwood was last shut down on January 30, 2025 for sewage issue/roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Cafe Perks in Longwood?
- The most frequently cited violations at Cafe Perks in Longwood are: Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored, Single-use items.
- How many health inspections has Cafe Perks in Longwood had?
- Cafe Perks in Longwood has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Cafe Perks in Longwood find?
- Cafe Perks in Longwood was most recently inspected on March 4, 2026 with 14 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Cafe Perks in Longwood ever been shut down?
- Yes, Cafe Perks in Longwood has been emergency-closed 3 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V09 (No contamination) mean?
- Violation 09 (No contamination) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/09.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- Has Cafe Perks in Longwood had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Cafe Perks in Longwood has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Cafe Perks in Longwood faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Cafe Perks in Longwood has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,920.00 in fines.
- How much has Cafe Perks in Longwood been fined?
- Cafe Perks in Longwood has been fined a total of $1,920.00 across 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Cafe Perks in Longwood operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Dans Family Restaurant (2015).
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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.
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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