AMERICAN CAFE@GRILL
60 S INDIANA AVE, Englewood FL 34223 · 941-460-6063
Last inspected Aug 19, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025027297 | Feb 26, 2025 | Apr 14, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 19, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
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. Observed dishwasher machine at 000 ppm chlorine sanitizer. instructed operator they may use the machine to wash dishware and utensils, but must use three compartment sink to sanitize items once they come out of the dish machine and then allow items to properly air dry.
Employee dried hands on clothes/apron/soiled towel after washing. Observed cook dried hands on soiled towel handing by hand wash sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed dice tomatoes at 48F and sliced cheese at 50F cold holding on make table at cooks line. Observed lid to cooler was left open, cook stay it had been open for at least 1 hour. Cook closed lid on cooler.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Oper replaced pap towels.
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle metal broil pan used as scoop for home fried potatoes in reach-in cooler.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves in walk-in cooler. Operator removed cardboard.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves at clean pot rack.
Line cook with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook put on hat.
Stored food not covered. Observed assort cases cooked potatoes in walk-in cooler not covered or protected.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jul 10, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 1, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed by toaster area a plastic pan of melted butter at 106F. Operator stated it was mad 1 hour prior. Email operator Time control sheet for future use.
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/. Frank Paccione 4-20-21
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Food stored on floor. Observed buckets case on of beef on floor in walk-in cooler under shelf.
Dec 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority5 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell raw burgers over cooked ribs in walk-in cooler and over potato salad in reach-in cooler. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Big 6 food borne illnesses poster DBPR HR Form 5030-165.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions. Email operator Big 6 food borne illnesses poster DBPR HR Form 5030-165
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.
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. Email operator and print and sign copies.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled by dishwasher area.
Feb 26, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 17 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed household pesticide in dry storage room and storage cabinets in bathroom hallway.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed the following in walk-in-cooler raw shell eggs over bread and raw beef over buckets of pickles.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed container of taco meat dated 2-14-25 and container of pasta dated 2-11-25 in walk-in-cooler. Operator voluntarily remove item from use and disposed of them.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed container of taco meat dated 2-14-25 and container of pasta dated 2-11-25 in walk-in-cooler. Operator voluntarily remove item from use and disposed of them.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed shell eggs and butter cups at cooks line not time marked. Operator stated items had been taken out of reach-in-cooler 1 hour prior. Operator marked time correctly. Repeat 9-12-24
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pan of sauce and tub of soup in walk-in-cooler prepared onsite more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement, items were not properly date marked. Repeat 9-12-24
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured by handwashing sink.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed duct tape used on ladles at cook line. Operator removed ladles from use.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board at cooks line. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover in food prep area.
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken at ladies room.
Storage area at outside back of building not maintained clean and organized.
Stored food not covered. Observed sauce, pasta and cooked potatoes in walk-in-cooler not cover. Repeat 9-12-24
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Repeat 9-12-24
Sep 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed raw shell eggs at cooks line not properly time marked. Employee stated eggs were taken out of reach-in-cooler 1 hour prior. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed cheese and ground beef in reach-in-cooler and walk-in-cooler opened more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement, and was not properly date marked. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pasta, sauces and cooked meats in reach-in-cooler and walk-in-cooler prepared onsite more then 24 hours prior as pre employee statement, items were not properly date marked. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection. Repeat 1-31-24
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled hang on hook across from dishwasher area by door to back hall. Repeat 1-31-24
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed cases of eggs in walk-in-cooler stored less than 6 inches off floor.
Food stored on floor. Observed bar of onions on floor in walk-in-cooler and jugs of oil on floor in kitchen at cooks line.
Stored food not covered. Observed cut fruit cups and cooked peeled potatoes in walk-in-cooler not covered. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection. Repeat 1-31-24
Utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up at dishwasher area. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection. Repeat 1-31-24
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jan 31, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment in back storage area.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed meatloaf and pasta prepared onsite more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement not date marked.
Spray bottle hangin next to door across from dishwasher area containing toxic substance not labeled.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on Walk-in cooler.
Stored food not covered in Walk-in cooler and reach-in coolers.
Utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up at dishwasher area. Repeat 10-10-23
Walk-in cooler shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Wash/Rinse/Sanitizing solution not maintained clean. Observed 3 compartment sink wash, rinse and sanitize sinks full of heavily soiled waters and not maintained. Observed employee drain, clean and refill sinks.
Dec 12, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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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. Print copy of Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR HR 5030-104 for operator.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets on reach-in cooler make table at wait station.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed old non working disrepair equipment stored near dumpster area.
Oct 10, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority8 Intermediate9 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed shell eggs, pooled scrambled eggs and butter cups at cooks line not time marked. Operator stated items had been taken out of refrigerator 2 hour prior and then marked time on them correctly.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed hot dogs in reach-in cooler that was commercially packaged has been open more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement not date marked.
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. Print copy of Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR HR 5030-104 for operator.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
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.
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. Email operater Employee Health Agreement
Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed sliced turkey in reach-in cooler and sauce in Walk-in cooler prepared onsite more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement not date marked. Repeat 3-8-23
Carbon dioxide not adequately secured by reach-in cooler at wait station.
Clean utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up at dishwasher area. Observed employee arrange utensils for proper storage. Repeat 3-8-3
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverages on wait station counter and prep counter. Repeat 3-8-23
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets on reach-in cooler make table at wait station.
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of onions floor in Walk-in cooler.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
In-use wet wiping cloths used under cutting boards at cooks line. Repeat 3-8-23
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed old non working disrepair equipment stored near dumpster area.
Vents at end of cooks line soiled with accumulated food dust and mold-like substance.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.