Bubbakoo's Burritos

1751 Ne Pine Island Rd Unit D, Cape Coral, FL 33909
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Apr 6, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Bubbakoo's Burritos has 10 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. On Apr 6, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “time/temperature control for safety food cold held”, which has been cited three times.

The city-wide average for Cape Coral sits at 77, putting Bubbakoo's Burritos on the better side of that line. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 6, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-06: The GM stated he is waiting for food employee booklets to arrive. **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-06: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed stand up reach-in freezer on cook line gasket torn. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-06: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
82
Feb 2, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over ready to eat in walk-in cooler. The manager moved the raw chicken on bottom shelf in walk-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
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
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed stand up reach-in freezer on cook line gasket torn. **Warning**
14-11-5
70
Aug 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef in walk-in cooler. The operator is in process of moving raw chicken to bottom shelf in walk-in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information.
53B-10-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
36-32-5
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination beside cook line. The operator inverted plastic to go containers. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
67
Feb 24, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
64
Nov 12, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 11, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shrimp (47F - Cold Holding) in reach-in under cook line. The manager discarded shrimp. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03A-02-5
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. Emailed manager Clean Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR Form HR 5030-104 for Manager. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone and ear pods on prep table. The manager removed cell phone and ear pods from prep table. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning**
42-01-4
58
Mar 4, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 4, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Warning**
50-17-3
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding) in walk-in cooler. The manager placed ice on raw chicken. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
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. Emailed owner DBPR Form HR 5030-103. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken thawing in stand water. Educated operator on proper quick thawing of running cold water over thawed product. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
06-01-5
58
Aug 31, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 5, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly set 3 compartment sink. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-41-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw steaks (48F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (50F - Cold Holding); raw pork (48F - Cold Holding) in walk-in cooler. The owner placed all raw products into stand up reach-in freezer. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container of rice.
10-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
36-17-5
Basic - Observed missing hood filters above cook line.
14-72-4
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bubbakoo's Burritos last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Bubbakoo's Burritos on file is from Apr 6, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Bubbakoo's Burritos?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Bubbakoo's Burritos.

How does Bubbakoo's Burritos compare to other restaurants in Cape Coral?

Bubbakoo's Burritos most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Cape Coral average of 77.

Has Bubbakoo's Burritos' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Bubbakoo's Burritos have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Bubbakoo's Burritos 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 Bubbakoo's Burritos inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Bubbakoo's Burritos is inspected around three times per year on average.