Cafe in
Last inspected: Mar 26, 2026
70
Score
The health department has logged 13 inspections at Cafe in, the earliest from 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 26, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around three violations to closer to six violations.
That's lower than the typical Fort Myers restaurant, which scores around 80. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
13
Inspections
0
Critical latest
3
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 26, 2026
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Establishment had one employee who had no knowledge of any certifications. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-22: Person in charge has no knowledge of manager certification at time of callback inspection. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-26: Operator states there is no certified food manager currently. **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at front counter, and near 3 compartment sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-22: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-26: **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Establishment had one employee who had no knowledge of any reporting agreements. Emailed form to operator. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-22: Observed 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 form to operator. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-26: Operator has no health reporting agreements for any staff. **Admin Complaint**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. A copy of the form was emailed to the operator. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-22: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-26: There is no Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Admin Complaint**
51-13-4
70
Jan 22, 2026
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Establishment had one employee who had no knowledge of any certifications. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-22: Person in charge has no knowledge of manager certification at time of callback inspection. **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at front counter, and near 3 compartment sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-22: **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Establishment had one employee who had no knowledge of any reporting agreements. Emailed form to operator. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-22: Observed 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 form to operator. **Admin Complaint**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. A copy of the form was emailed to the operator. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-22: **Time Extended**
51-13-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin near 3 compartment sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-22: **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of single serve plastic water bottles, juice, and iced tea stored on the floor in the dry storage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-22: **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in both reach-in freezer across from mop sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-22: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
61
Nov 17, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
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. Establishment had one employee who had no knowledge of any reporting agreements. Emailed form to operator. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Establishment had one employee who had no knowledge of any certifications. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at front counter, and near 3 compartment sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-02-4
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin near 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of single serve plastic water bottles, juice, and iced tea stored on the floor in the dry storage area. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in both reach-in freezer across from mop sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. A copy of the form was emailed to the operator. **Warning**
51-13-4
55
Apr 1, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer across from mop sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-01: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
95
Mar 31, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. Observed at least 3 live small flying insects in front counter area, not landing on or touching food. **Warning**
35A-02-7
High Priority - Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed at least 25 dead flies in area under 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
35A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer across from mop sink. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues by desk area. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored on floor in dry storage. **Warning**
25-05-4
58
Jan 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-06: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-08: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-28: Operator has taken course, but still needs to arrange to take Proctored exam with ServSafe. **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
90
Jan 8, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-06: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-08: **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
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 2024-08-09: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-06: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-08: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in freezer units. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-06: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-08: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
78
Nov 6, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-06: **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-06: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
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 2024-08-09: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-06: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in freezer units. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-06: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
70
Aug 9, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
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 2024-08-09: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in freezer units. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
70
Aug 6, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on wall by chemical storage. **Warning**
35A-05-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed mini pizza at 75F, which contains Cooked tomatoes and cheese. Provided operator with information on Time as a Public Health Control. **Warning**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No handwash sink located in vending machine area where employees service bulk food machines. Observed items stored in hand wash sink by 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
31A-01-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach under hand wash sink at front counter, and 1 dead roach by ice machine. **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in freezer units. **Warning**
14-69-4
41
Dec 18, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
78
Mar 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license as expired as of 12-01-2022. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-15: **Time Extended**
50-17-3
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed cold smoked salmon not identified as raw on menu. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-15: **Time Extended**
02B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed multiple drink syrup bottles stored on floor. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-15: **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
74
Oct 28, 2022
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed no posted consumer advisory. Printed advisory for operator and operator posted sign. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-02-5
Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Observed test kit for quaternary ammonium when establishment is currently utilizing chlorine.
16-32-5
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed cold smoked salmon not identified as raw on menu.
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink near 3 compartment sink. Operator moved paper towels near hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tile over 3 reach in freezer units in back prep area.
36-36-4
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cafe in last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cafe in on file is from Mar 26, 2026. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.
How does Cafe in compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
Cafe in most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has Cafe in's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Cafe in have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Cafe in means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Cafe in inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Cafe in is inspected around four times per year on average.
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