Finka Kitchen

18900 N. Tamiami Trl # 13, Cape Coral, FL 33909

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Apr 15, 2026

Score

High Risk

Public records show four inspections at Finka Kitchen stretching back to 2024. Finka Kitchen was last inspected on Apr 15, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around 13 violations per visit lately, up from roughly two violations before.

By comparison, the average Cape Coral facility scores 78, putting Finka Kitchen on the weaker side. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 15, 2026

Routine - Food

6 major violations. 7 minor violations.

View 13 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bag of onions stored inside handwash sink. **Warning**

31A-11-4

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

16-37-1

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator placed paper towels at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**

05-08-4

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

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator placed soap at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31B-03-4

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Operator inverted containers. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

25-06-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Warning**

31B-04-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Operator removed beverage. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

12B-07-4

Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. Operator has decal just not in conspicuous place. **Warning**

50-03-4

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Operator removed tongs. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

10-20-4

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. **Warning**

50-04-4

Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. **Warning**

21-10-4

Jul 16, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

View 2 violations

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed shredded beef and shredded chicken not date marked.

02C-02-5

Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed owner Time As Public Health Form. **Corrective Action Taken**

03F-10-5

Dec 5, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Jun 10, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Finka Kitchen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Finka Kitchen on file is from Apr 15, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Finka Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Cape Coral?

Finka Kitchen most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the Cape Coral average of 78.

Has Finka Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Finka Kitchen have averaged around 13 violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Finka Kitchen means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Finka Kitchen inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Finka Kitchen is inspected around two times per year on average.

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