Lighthouse Cafe of Sanibel in Sanibel
Last inspected:
1020 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, FL 33957Lighthouse Cafe of Sanibel has been subject to intensive enforcement, with administrative complaints recommended in two of its last three inspections. The facility averaged 4.8 violations per inspection across 24 inspections dating back to 2021, slightly below the statewide average of 5.2. However, shell stock handling violations have been a persistent concern, cited in at least four inspections including the most recent on January 28, 2026. Handwashing and employee health reporting violations also appear repeatedly across the record—handwashing failures were documented in at least six inspections, and employee health policy violations in at least five. The facility has incurred $360 in disciplinary fines across two formal actions. The most recent inspection on January 28, 2026 identified 12 violations including high-priority shell stock requirement failures and handwashing facility deficiencies, with an administrative complaint recommended.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Lighthouse Cafe of Sanibel in Sanibel: Comparison to Lee County Averages
Lighthouse Cafe of Sanibel in Sanibel: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $360.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025067351 | $200.00 | Aug 14, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2019054747 | $160.00 | Sep 25, 2019 | Fort Lauderdale |
Lighthouse Cafe of Sanibel in Sanibel: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections14 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Lighthouse Cafe of Sanibel in Sanibel: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Lighthouse Cafe of Sanibel in Sanibel last inspected?
- Lighthouse Cafe of Sanibel in Sanibel was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 28, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Lighthouse Cafe of Sanibel in Sanibel?
- The most frequently cited violations at Lighthouse Cafe of Sanibel in Sanibel are: Outer openings protected, Employee health reporting, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Lighthouse Cafe of Sanibel in Sanibel had?
- Lighthouse Cafe of Sanibel in Sanibel has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.8 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Lighthouse Cafe of Sanibel in Sanibel find?
- Lighthouse Cafe of Sanibel in Sanibel was most recently inspected on January 28, 2026 with 5 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Lighthouse Cafe of Sanibel in Sanibel ever been shut down?
- No, Lighthouse Cafe of Sanibel in Sanibel has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- 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.
- 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 Lighthouse Cafe of Sanibel in Sanibel faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Lighthouse Cafe of Sanibel in Sanibel has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $360.00 in fines.
- How much has Lighthouse Cafe of Sanibel in Sanibel been fined?
- Lighthouse Cafe of Sanibel in Sanibel has been fined a total of $360.00 across 2 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).
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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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