Buddha Bachi Express

2209 Santa Barbara Blvd, Unit 107, Cape Coral, FL 33991

Asian / Fusion

Last inspected: Dec 31, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Buddha Bachi Express has been inspected seven times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Dec 31, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.

Looking across the full record, “establishment has no written procedures for employees” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Cape Coral restaurant scores 77. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 31, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed stand up reach-in cooler gasket torn. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-31: **Time Extended**

14-11-5

Oct 30, 2025

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**

53A-03-7

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**

53A-01-7

Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**

53B-13-5

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed stand up reach-in cooler gasket torn. **Warning**

14-11-5

Apr 24, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

16-37-1

Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Service windows and rear door open during service.

35B-14-4

Jun 24, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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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 DBPR HR 5030-104 form. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-27-4

Apr 1, 2024

Complaint Full

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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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 operator Employee Health Reporting Agreement. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-26-1

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink blocked with food container. Operator removed correct storage. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Grease accumulation at hood ventilation system.

36-68-5

Jul 13, 2023

Complaint Full

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (49F - Cold Holding); raw beef (48F - Cold Holding) in stand up reach-in cooler across from cook line. The owner moved all raw products into reach-in cooler under cook line. The ambient temperature of reach-in cooler under cook line was 40F. **Corrective Action Taken**

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 owner DBPR Form HR 5030-104. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-27-4

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.

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**

11-26-1

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.

13-03-4

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.

10-08-5

Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed ambient temperature 49F in stand up reach-in cooler across from cook line.

14-74-7

Jul 11, 2022

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. Observed no license number on outside of vehicle.

50-04-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Buddha Bachi Express last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Buddha Bachi Express on file is from Dec 31, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Buddha Bachi Express?

Across the inspection record, “establishment has no written procedures for employees” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Buddha Bachi Express.

How does Buddha Bachi Express compare to other restaurants in Cape Coral?

Buddha Bachi Express most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Cape Coral average of 77.

Has Buddha Bachi Express' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Buddha Bachi Express have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Buddha Bachi Express 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 Buddha Bachi Express inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Buddha Bachi Express is inspected around two times per year on average.

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