Big Eaters Cafe
Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026
86
Score
Inspectors have visited Big Eaters Cafe eight times, with records going back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 25, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near five violations each time.
Across the inspection history, “floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
The city-wide average for Clewiston sits at 76, putting Big Eaters Cafe on the better side of that line. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 25, 2026
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
86
Oct 30, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
82
May 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination sitting under cabinet. Operator covered. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-02-4
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided operator with the vomiting and diarrhea clean up poster . **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed: behind line and behind reach in coolers.
36-01-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall at triple sink.
36-24-5
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding units by back door.
05-09-4
Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
14-73-4
64
Aug 8, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided form to operator and all employees signed. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Operator obtained poster. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
13-07-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed at triple sink.
36-01-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit in stand up units. Operator will obtain. **Corrective Action Taken**
05-09-4
64
Nov 1, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Attached shelves rusted.
36-51-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
13-07-4
Basic - Floor soiled on line and at triple sink.
36-01-4
86
Jul 20, 2023
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided operator with the Vomiting and Diarrhea clean up form. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Joani Beard 7/13/18 **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided Operator with the Food Reporting Agreement. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. French fries taken from bulk and pre-portioned,no date mark. Operator date marked. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-04-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on prep table. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Non-stick coating peeling/chipping off of pans/utensils, operator removed . **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-37-4
55
Dec 14, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.Raw shell eggs over ready to eat salad dressing. Operator removed and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
53B-14-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: cutting boards on line. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Operator has 2021 license displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning at triple sink.
16-46-4
61
Aug 24, 2022
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: cutting boards.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-14-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Big Eaters Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Big Eaters Cafe on file is from Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Big Eaters Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Big Eaters Cafe.
How does Big Eaters Cafe compare to other restaurants in Clewiston?
Big Eaters Cafe most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Clewiston average of 76.
Has Big Eaters Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Big Eaters Cafe have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Big Eaters Cafe means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Big Eaters Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Big Eaters Cafe is inspected around two times per year on average.
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