Caribbean Delights Bestro
Last inspected: Feb 4, 2026
78
Score
Caribbean Delights Bestro appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2022. On Feb 4, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around four violations across recent inspections versus roughly nine violations before.
When inspectors have written things up, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Compared to the broader Lehigh Acres restaurant scene, this is about average. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 4, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 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 operator employee reporting agreement, (HR 5030-309) manager health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-101)and employee health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-103], discussed with operator importance of employee heath. Discussed employee heath with operator, operator began filling out form at time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Accumulated dust and grease on removable hood vents.
23-03-4
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Cheese in reach-in cooler at front no label
02D-03-4
78
May 13, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at prep area.
14-09-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Single-service food containers not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Operator stored inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
82
Oct 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored with foods. In back dry storage near exit, paints stored on shelf with hot sauce. Operator moved foods to separate shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris in walk-in cooler.
36-73-4
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. In customer self service reach-in cooler by front counter, orange cheese packed on site with no label.
02D-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
74
May 1, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Operator purchased pH test kit, is using chlorine and quaternary sanitizer.
16-32-5
Basic - Ice buildup in white reach-in freezer across from steam table in back kitchen, also white reach-in freezer next to steam table.
14-69-4
Basic - Prep table shelves in middle of kitchen have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
82
Feb 29, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Bottles of liquid and dry medicines, chemicals, and personal belongings on shelving with cans and containers food back left dry storage racks main kitchen. Operator separated all items from food. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-07-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. In walk-in cooler raw chicken (48F - ambient Cooling) stored overnight per operator. **Warning**
03D-06-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. In walk-in cooler raw chicken (48F - ambient Cooling) stored overnight per operator. **Warning**
01B-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. Provided operator with Clean-up Of Vomiting And Diarrheal Events handout HR 5030-104. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. In walk-in cooler observed ambient cooling of raw chicken in thick plastic containers, covered, packed densely. **Warning**
03D-15-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary sanitizer used , no test strips. **Warning**
16-37-1
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 reporting agreement, (HR 5030-309) manager health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-101)and employee health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-103], discussed with operator importance of employee heath. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris and grease behind main cook line equipment. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Cheese wrapped in front reach-in cooler packed on site lacking label. **Warning**
02D-03-4
39
Mar 10, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over vegetables. Operator placed raw eggs on bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut lettuce 78F cold hold less than 4 hours. Operator placed in working reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
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.
11-26-1
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.
11-27-4
Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen ox tail thawing at room temperature.
06-01-5
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed chlorine concentration at 0 ppm.
21-07-4
Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.
12B-12-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed bowl of chicken on floor in kitchen. Operator placed bowl on milk crate. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
33-19-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris on shelving and backboards behind stove.
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.
12B-13-4
35
Sep 13, 2022
Complaint Full
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on dry storage shelves. Operator moved item for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Caribbean Delights Bestro last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Caribbean Delights Bestro on file is from Feb 4, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Caribbean Delights Bestro?
Across the inspection record, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Caribbean Delights Bestro.
How does Caribbean Delights Bestro compare to other restaurants in Lehigh Acres?
Caribbean Delights Bestro most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Lehigh Acres average of 78.
Has Caribbean Delights Bestro's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Caribbean Delights Bestro have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Caribbean Delights Bestro 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 Caribbean Delights Bestro inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Caribbean Delights Bestro is inspected around two times per year on average.
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