Sanibel Bean

2240 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, FL 33957
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Mar 12, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Sanibel Bean nine times, with records going back to 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 12, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near one violation per visit.

“Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Among Sanibel restaurants, the typical score is 85; Sanibel Bean is comfortably above that bar. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Inspection History
Mar 12, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 5, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw salmon stored over unwashed lemons and oranges. Observed operator correct violations in order to meet inspection standards. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-04-5
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 00ppm) **Warning**
22-41-4
74
Sep 3, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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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. After three attempts at the surface of the plates; Dishwasher (Chlorine 00ppm); operatpr filled three compartment sink to achieve: Triple Sink (Quaternary 200ppm) **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-41-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. On make table. **Warning**
21-10-4
82
Feb 6, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
90
Oct 29, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 25, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations.
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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle on floor at cooks line. **Warning**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Marcel has no proof of certified food manager training. **Warning**
53A-02-7
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. Provided operator with DBPR Form HR 5030-103 and HR 5030-203 (Spanish). **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
67
May 30, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jun 21, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sanibel Bean last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sanibel Bean on file is from Mar 12, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sanibel Bean?

Across the inspection record, “dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sanibel Bean.

How does Sanibel Bean compare to other restaurants in Sanibel?

Sanibel Bean most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Sanibel average of 85.

Has Sanibel Bean's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sanibel Bean have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sanibel Bean 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 Sanibel Bean inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Sanibel Bean is inspected around three times per year on average.