How many health inspections has COTTAGE CAFE had?

COTTAGE CAFE has had 22 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has COTTAGE CAFE ever been shut down?

No, COTTAGE CAFE has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at COTTAGE CAFE?

The most frequently cited violations at COTTAGE CAFE are: Outer openings protected, Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing.

What does Florida violation V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?

DETECTION FAILURE: Inadequate lighting prevents employees from identifying food contamination, insect presence, dirt on equipment, and other safety hazards. Studies show food safety violations increase 60% in poorly lit areas. Employees cannot see evidence of pest activity, mold growth, or food spoilage. Poor lighting also increases injury risk from cuts and burns. Provide adequate lighting: 50 foot-candles at food preparation surfaces and where employee safety is important, 20 foot-candles in handwashing areas, equipment and utensil storage, and at buffet service, 10 foot-candles in walk-in coolers, dry storage, and during cleaning. Use shatter-resistant bulbs or light shields in food areas.

COTTAGE CAFE

203 W GREGORY ST, Pensacola, FL 32501

Escambia County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: COTTAGE CAFE INC · License: SEA2705857

COTTAGE CAFE in Pensacola, FL has 22 inspections on record with 35 total violations (1.6 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

22Inspections

35Violations

0Closures

Data current as of March 21, 2025

Inspection History (22)

Mar 21, 2025 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Nov 21, 2024 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jun 3, 2024 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Feb 13, 2024 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Nov 27, 2023 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Warning Issued

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Feb 6, 2023 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Jul 18, 2022 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Feb 22, 2022 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Nov 10, 2021 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jan 13, 2021 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Aug 12, 2020 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Apr 14, 2020 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Feb 18, 2020 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Jun 5, 2019 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jun 5, 2019 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Apr 1, 2019 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

Jan 4, 2019 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Dec 3, 2018 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 10, 2018 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jul 19, 2018 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Apr 30, 2018 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 6, 2016 — Routine - Food· 7 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

How Does This Facility Compare?

COTTAGE CAFE has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Escambia County average of 0.12 closures per facility. It has averaged 1.6 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 1.40.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has COTTAGE CAFE had?: COTTAGE CAFE has had 22 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has COTTAGE CAFE ever been shut down?: No, COTTAGE CAFE has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at COTTAGE CAFE?: The most frequently cited violations at COTTAGE CAFE are: Outer openings protected, Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing.

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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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Last verified: March 21, 2025 | Our methodology | Editorial standards | Report an error

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