French Press
Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026
70
Score
Inspectors have visited French Press 11 times, with records going back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 25, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around five violations each.
“Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Compared to other Cape Coral restaurants (averaging 77), there's room to close the gap. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 25, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee rinse wiping cloth in hand sink.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottles on shelf next to three compartment sink. This is a repeat violation from the previous inspection dated 10-29-2025 **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. At three compartment sink
29-09-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Build up of food debris and water behind ice machine.
36-73-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Chicken noodle soup thawing in standing warm water and no longer frozen. Operator began reheating soup for service **Corrective Action Taken**
06-01-5
70
Nov 6, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : 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. Dishwasher (Chlorine exceeds 200ppm) **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-06: Dishwasher (Chlorine exceeds 200ppm) **Admin Complaint**
22-41-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Dishwasher (Chlorine exceeds 200ppm) **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-06: Dishwasher (Chlorine exceeds 200ppm) **Admin Complaint**
41-18-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. On shelf next to three compartment sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-06: 5 unlabeled spray bottle next to dish machine on wire shelf **Admin Complaint**
41-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At front hand sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-06: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
64
Oct 29, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Dishwasher (Chlorine exceeds 200ppm) **Warning**
41-18-4
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. Dishwasher (Chlorine exceeds 200ppm) **Warning**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. On shelf next to three compartment sink. **Warning**
41-17-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. At front hand sink **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At front hand sink. **Warning**
31B-04-4
58
Mar 12, 2025
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Basic - Ceiling tile missing.
36-36-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler under cooking unit gasket torn. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
36-17-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container of flour. The manager discarded cup. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters unprotected above coffee machine. The coffee filter were placed in container. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
78
Nov 12, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
78
May 3, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees. Observed sausage links (111F - Hot Holding) in steam table. The manager is filling out Time Public Health as Control for sausage links. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed side of griddle soiled with grease like substance. The cooking part of griddle is cleaned.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed manager Time As Public Health Control for Sausage Links. **Corrective Action Taken**
03F-10-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. The operator hair was in a pony tail but the length was below her collar. The operator placed on a hair net. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
36-17-5
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. The operator discarded open drink in reach-in cooler. The operator discarded open drink. **Corrective Action Taken**
12B-13-4
61
Dec 12, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 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. The owner changed out sanitizer bucket during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Nonservice animals in the food establishment or on premises. Observed 2 dogs in establishment in dining area.
35A-01-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed severa boxes of food on floor in walk-in freezer.
08B-38-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees beside zumex machine
31B-04-4
67
Aug 22, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
82
Jun 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
78
Nov 3, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 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 bacon in stand up reach-in cooler. The owner moved raw chicken to bottom of reach-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
78
Aug 31, 2022
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in back office area.
36-32-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-12-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler under coffee machines gasket torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer front counter reach-in cooler.
14-69-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was French Press last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at French Press on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at French Press?
Across the inspection record, “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at French Press.
How does French Press compare to other restaurants in Cape Coral?
French Press most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Cape Coral average of 77.
Has French Press' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at French Press have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at French Press 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 French Press inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, French Press is inspected around three times per year on average.
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