Southern Billiards and Sports Bar
Last inspected: Feb 23, 2026
78
Score
The health department has logged 11 inspections at Southern Billiards and Sports Bar, the earliest from 2022. Southern Billiards and Sports Bar was last inspected on Feb 23, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near seven violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
Compared to the broader Cape Coral restaurant scene, this is about average. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 23, 2026
Complaint Full
5 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-23: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall in storage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-23: **Time Extended**
36-24-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed soiled floor behind cooking unit in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-23: **Time Extended**
36-10-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed men's restroom door tight fitting. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-23: **Time Extended**
32-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler across from cook line gasket torn. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-23: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
78
Feb 18, 2026
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
43
Nov 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
52
Jul 7, 2025
Complaint Full
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
61
Mar 4, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
58
Oct 23, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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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 hamburgers in reach-in cooler. The cook moved the raw chicken to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. The operator added water to sanitizer bucket to get correct strength. **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
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. Printed out Clean Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR Form HR 5030-104 for Manager. The manager posted form during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information.
53B-10-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor under handwashing sink in kitchen.
21-38-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
45
Feb 19, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 19, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw hamburgers over ready to eat chicken wings in reach-in cooler under cook line. The operator moved the raw hamburgers to another reach-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
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. Emailed manager DBPR Form HR 5030-103. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed pan in hand washing sink on cook line. The operator removed pan from hand washing sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
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
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone n prep table. The operator removed cell phone from prep table. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in bar. The bartender removed ice scoop from ice bin. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-08-5
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler in reach-in cooler across from cook line. **Warning**
29-49-6
50
Aug 1, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. The operator added water to sanitizer bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing sink with dishes in it. The operator removed dishes from hand washing sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment in reach-in cooler. The operator removed knife from between reach-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of oranges and lettuce on floor in walk-in cooler.
08B-38-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone on prep table. The operator remove cell phone from prep table. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. The operator doubled bucketed sanitizer bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
61
Feb 20, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food.
14-31-5
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. Emailed manager DBPR Form HR 5030-104. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
41-17-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in dishwashing area.
36-17-5
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler across from cook line.
29-49-6
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
21-38-4
55
Sep 26, 2022
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Southern Billiards and Sports Bar last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Southern Billiards and Sports Bar on file is from Feb 23, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Southern Billiards and Sports Bar?
Across the inspection record, “wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Southern Billiards and Sports Bar.
How does Southern Billiards and Sports Bar compare to other restaurants in Cape Coral?
Southern Billiards and Sports Bar most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Cape Coral average of 77.
Has Southern Billiards and Sports Bar's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Southern Billiards and Sports Bar have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Southern Billiards and Sports Bar 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 Southern Billiards and Sports Bar inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Southern Billiards and Sports Bar is inspected around three times per year on average.
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