Uptown Bingo
Last inspected: Apr 1, 2026
82
Score
Public records show 11 inspections at Uptown Bingo stretching back to 2022. Uptown Bingo was last inspected on Apr 1, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “covered waste receptacle not provided in women'” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Restaurants in Cape Coral average 77, so Uptown Bingo is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 1, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Jerry L Pandolfi was certified on 07-01-2020 and expired on 07-01-2025 **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-01: Jerry L Pandolfi's certified food manager certificate is still expired. As well as Jackie M Dillie III was certified on 03-24-2021 and is no also expired. **Admin Complaint**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Operator unable to locate and training certificates. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-01: Operator has no proof of training for any employees **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
82
Jan 28, 2026
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Jerry L Pandolfi was certified on 07-01-2020 and expired on 07-01-2025 **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No test kit to check chlorine levels in three compartment sink. **Warning**
16-37-1
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. Operator unable to locate and training certificates. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. **Warning**
12B-02-4
70
Apr 30, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-27: **Time Extended**
53B-05-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-27: **Time Extended**
32-12-6
86
Feb 21, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
50
Oct 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler gaskets torn. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-17: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
95
Aug 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hotdogs (49F - Cold Holding) in stand up reach-in cooler. Moved hotdogs into reach-in cooler beside microwave. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
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. Printed out Clean Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR Form HR 5030-104 for Manager. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chili in stand up reach-in cooler not date marked. **Warning**
02C-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 stand up reach-in cooler across from soda machine 49F. **Warning**
14-74-7
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
32-12-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler gaskets torn. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed plastic plates not inverted beside microwave inverted plastic plates. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-06-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning**
42-01-4
50
Dec 18, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
70
Aug 22, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
78
Mar 13, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chili not date marked in stand up reach-in cooler.
02C-02-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-12-5
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers in stand up reach-in cooler.
12B-13-4
64
Nov 15, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed Employee Training Certificates had wrong expiration date.
53B-10-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-12-5
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.
12B-13-4
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Uptown Bingo last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Uptown Bingo on file is from Apr 1, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Uptown Bingo?
Across the inspection record, “covered waste receptacle not provided in women'” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Uptown Bingo.
How does Uptown Bingo compare to other restaurants in Cape Coral?
Uptown Bingo most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Cape Coral average of 77.
Has Uptown Bingo's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Uptown Bingo have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Uptown Bingo 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 Uptown Bingo inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Uptown Bingo is inspected around three times per year on average.
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