Cass Cay Restaurant & Bar
Last inspected: Jan 23, 2026
67
Score
The health department has logged 11 inspections at Cass Cay Restaurant & Bar, the earliest from 2022. The most recent visit was on Jan 23, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near six violations per visit across recent inspections.
Across the inspection history, “unsealed concrete floor in food preparation” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
That's lower than the typical Punta Gorda restaurant, which scores around 82. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
11
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 23, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-3
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips at dish machine. Operator provided the test strips by the end of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
16-37-1
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple wet containers stack at dish shelf with no airflow. Operator separated the containers to allow airflow. **Corrected On-Site**
24-08-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete at walk in cooler and ice machine area. **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. Observed wet wiping cloth in detergent and quaternary sanitizer mixed together. Operator discarded the solution of detergent and sanitizer and placed a new container of only sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site**
21-03-4
67
Oct 13, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at Reach in Freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-13: Observed ice buildup at Reach in Freezer. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-13: Observed unsealed concrete at Walk in Coolers and ice machine. **Time Extended**
36-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-13: Observed torn gasket at Walk in Cooler. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
86
Aug 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed exterior hose bibb at back of establishment with no vacuum breaker. Operator placed the vacuum breaker at hose bibb. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
29-34-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed large empty sanitizer container inside the basin of handwash sink next to 3 compartment sink. Operator removed the container. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at bar handwashing sink. Operator placed paper towels at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site** **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 - Equipment in poor repair. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at Reach in Freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed accumulation buildup of grease at oven. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-02-5
52
Apr 16, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Observed raw beef over cooked ribs at make table with partial barrier in between. Operator removed the cooked ribs from underneath the raw beef. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-13-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed residue buildup on can opener blade at prep table. Operator cleaned and sanitized the blade. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
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/ Manager: Scott Mellor.
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-02-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled vents and ceiling tiles at various locations at kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint at cookline. **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed multiple tongs at oven handle. Operator removed the tongs and placed above on shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete by the Walk in Cooler and Ice Machine by the back entrance to the establishment. **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
50
Nov 22, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
67
Oct 3, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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/ George Repp,06/27/2019.
53A-03-7
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
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed multiple containers at prep area handwash sink. Operator removed the containers from blocking the handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed residue buildup behind the handles of Walk in Cooler/Freezer doors. Operator cleaned the handles. **Corrected On-Site**
23-24-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket at walk in cooler door.
14-11-5
67
Nov 9, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 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. Observed at 0ppm at bar Dish Machine due to empty sanitizer container. Operator replaced the empty container with a full one. Corrected to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Observed raw chicken over sauce at Make Table. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-13-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Operator cleaned and sanitized the equipment during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle touching flour at flour container. Operator removed the handle from touching the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
67
Aug 8, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken over raw fish at reach in freezer. Operator removed the fish from underneath the chicken. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
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. Operator printed out the vomit and diarrhea written procedure. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
11-27-4
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. Operator completed the documents during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Operator secured the tanks. **Corrected On-Site**
51-11-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed at kitchen next to wait station. Operator removed the sanitizer off the floor by replacing it with a new container and placed on shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
64
Mar 17, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp over dairy at Reach in Cooler. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, residue buildup. Observed can opener blade at prep table. Operator cleaned and sanitized the blade. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
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
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple containers at ware washing area. Educated the operator.
24-08-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth at Make Table cutting board. Operator placed in sanitizer solution. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
58
Dec 12, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 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 pork at Make Table. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-2
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at bar handwash sink. Operator placed paper towels at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
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 - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed missing grout between tiles at kitchen floor.
36-12-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at Men's restroom. Operator placed handwash sign. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
55
Aug 30, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 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 pork at Make Table. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at bar handwash sink. Operator placed paper towels at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
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 - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed missing grout between tiles at kitchen floor.
36-12-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at Men's restroom. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cass Cay Restaurant & Bar last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cass Cay Restaurant & Bar on file is from Jan 23, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cass Cay Restaurant & Bar?
Across the inspection record, “unsealed concrete floor in food preparation” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Cass Cay Restaurant & Bar.
How does Cass Cay Restaurant & Bar compare to other restaurants in Punta Gorda?
Cass Cay Restaurant & Bar most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Punta Gorda average of 82.
Has Cass Cay Restaurant & Bar's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cass Cay Restaurant & Bar have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Cass Cay Restaurant & Bar 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 Cass Cay Restaurant & Bar inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Cass Cay Restaurant & Bar is inspected around three times per year on average.
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