Thai Cafe 99
Last inspected: Feb 23, 2026
70
Score
Public records show 11 inspections at Thai Cafe 99 stretching back to 2022. On Feb 23, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around two violations to closer to four violations.
“Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
By comparison, the average Cape Coral facility scores 77, putting Thai Cafe 99 on the weaker side. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
11
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 23, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw shrimp (46F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The owner is placing raw chicken and raw shrimp on ice. Observed raw pork (48F - Cold Holding); raw steak (49F - Cold Holding) in stand up reach-in cooler in kitchen. The owner is placing ice on all raw products. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-23: Observed raw chicken 46F and raw steak 45F in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The owner is placing ice on raw chicken and raw steak. **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-23: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach-in cooler across cook line ambient temperature 47F. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-23: Observed reach-in cooler ambient temperatures 48F. **Time Extended**
14-74-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair under 3 compartment sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-23: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light covering in kitchen is off hinges. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-23: **Time Extended**
38-01-4
70
Feb 17, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw shrimp (46F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The owner is placing raw chicken and raw shrimp on ice. Observed raw pork (48F - Cold Holding); raw steak (49F - Cold Holding) in stand up reach-in cooler in kitchen. The owner is placing ice on all raw products. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach-in cooler across cook line ambient temperature 47F. **Warning**
14-74-7
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair under 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light covering in kitchen is off hinges. **Warning**
38-01-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. **Warning**
36-32-5
70
Aug 27, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled.
22-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
78
Mar 5, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
78
Oct 1, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink used for storing noodles. The noodles was removed from handwashing sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed silverware face up on table.
24-18-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
82
Mar 22, 2024
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Mar 21, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 minor violations.
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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
90
Jan 25, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/. Establishment is open and operating to the public. **Warning** Priority: High Priority
50-08-7
Intermediate - Observed: 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. Printed out Employee Reporting Form for owner to make copies and have all personal fill out. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** Priority: Intermediate
11-26-1
Intermediate - Observed: Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning** Priority: Intermediate
53A-01-7
Intermediate - Observed: 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** Priority: Intermediate
53B-01-5
Basic - Observed: Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. **Warning** Priority: Basic
16-03-4
Basic - Observed: In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. **Warning** Priority: Basic
10-07-4
58
Aug 21, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
86
Feb 14, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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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 - 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**
11-26-1
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner beside microwave.
24-05-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
22-08-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair.
38-01-4
70
Sep 19, 2022
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Thai Cafe 99 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Thai Cafe 99 on file is from Feb 23, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Thai Cafe 99?
Across the inspection record, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Thai Cafe 99.
How does Thai Cafe 99 compare to other restaurants in Cape Coral?
Thai Cafe 99 most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Cape Coral average of 77.
Has Thai Cafe 99's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Thai Cafe 99 have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Thai Cafe 99 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 Thai Cafe 99 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Thai Cafe 99 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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