ANNIE'S RESTAURANT
814 SE 47 ST, Cape Coral FL 33904 · 239-945-3133
Last inspected May 19, 2026 · 12 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach in cabinet around soda syrup boxes at wait station.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025062540 | Aug 21, 2025 | Feb 23, 2026 | $400 |
| 7--2025088555 | Oct 29, 2025 | Feb 9, 2026 | $400 |
| 7--2025026020 | Mar 18, 2025 | Sep 4, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
May 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Milk 45F cold hold less than 4 hours in wait station reach in cooler. Operator turned down reach in cooler.
No soap provided at handwash sink in dishwash area. Operator placed soap at handwash sink.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cooks.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Operator inverted containers.
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Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed chlorine concentration at 0 ppm.
Oct 29, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 3 rodent droppings on floor in front of ice machines near mop sink and hot water heater. Operator started cleaning and discarding rodent droppings.
Oct 28, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 3 rodent droppings on floor in front of ice machines near mop sink and hot water heater. Operator started cleaning and discarding rodent droppings.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at beverage/wait station. Operator placed paper towels at hand wash sink.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cooks.
Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Observed interior of microwave oven rusting.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of grease/food debris at cook line. Operator cleaned microwave oven.
Wall soiled with accumulated gray/black-like substance underneath three compartment sink.
Aug 22, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 21, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 11 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with bananas in walk in cooler.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 1 rodent dropping in front of walk in cooler, 1 rodent dropping on floor underneath shelving near walk in cooler, 3 rodent droppings underneath rack near back dry storage/kitchen exit, 2 rodent droppings near unused reach in cooler in back dry storage room, 1 rodent dropping next to mop sink, and 5 rodent droppings around air handler next to ice machine. Total 13 droppings.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Swiss cheese 57F cold hold, mozzarella cheese 57F cold hold, pasta 60F cold hold more than 4 hours. Stop Sale. Observed cut melon 53F cold hold, sliced tomatoes 57F cold hold less than 4 hours in salad/garnish prep cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed au jus 117F hot hold less than 4 hours.
Accumulation of dead rodent in control devices. Operator discarded control device.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cooks. Educated operator on importance of wearing hair restraints.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed box of raw chicken stored on floor in walk in cooler. Educated operator on importance of storing food off of floor.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.
Standing water in bottom of sliding door reach-in-cooler in back dry storage.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Mar 19, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 18, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 8 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 1 rodent dropping on floor in front of walk in cooler, 2 droppings in front of reach in freezer, and 1 dropping near back dry storage kitchen exit.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed lentil soup and precooked meats in walk in cooler.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Educated operator on importance of securing tanks.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cooks.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed bag of carrots and containers of food stored on floor in walk in cooler.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Forks on shelving next to hand wash sinks in dishwash area.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Cook line.
Oct 21, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 18, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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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 chlorine concentration at 0 ppm. Operator called technician.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach in cabinet around soda syrup boxes at wait station.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 2 rodent droppings on floor in women's restroom.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink in women's restroom. Operator placed paper towels at hand wash sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink in dishwasher area.
Accumulation of gray-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Educated operator on importance of cleaning ice machine daily.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense granola and Parmesan cheese. Operator removed cups.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Educated operator on importance of securing tanks.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Operator removed label.
Reach-in freezer next to ice machine interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Educated operator on importance of storing containers inverted.
Mar 19, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 12/01/23.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Microwave oven near cook line.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed precooked soups, sauces, and cut melon not date marked. Educated operator on importance of date marking. Operator date marked foods.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Accumulation of gray-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense potatoes.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cooks.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with dust. Fan above dishmachine.
Open dumpster lid. Educated operator on importance of keeping dumpster lid closed.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Cook line.
Oct 31, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 1, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed container of raw ground beef stored over container of Parmesan cheese in walk in cooler. Operator switched raw beef to bottom shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tuna salad 48F cold hold, sliced tomatoes 50F cold hold less than 4 hours in reach in cooler on other side of cook line. Operator turned down reach in cooler.
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. Provided operator with written procedures.
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. Operator completed forms before leaving inspection.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed soups, potato salad, and precooked foods in walk in cooler not date marked. Educated operator on importance of date marking. Operator date marked foods.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed soups, hot dogs, and precooked foods in walk in cooler not date marked. Educated operator on importance of date marking. Operator date marked foods.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Men's restroom.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense powdered sugar.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed bag of onions stored on floor in walk in cooler. Educated operator on importance of having food stored of of floor. Operator placed onions on shelf.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sink in dishwash area. Educated operator on having hand washing sign.
Open dumpster lid. Educated operator on importance of having dumpster lid closed.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Operator placed employee beverage on bottom shelf.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed women's left side toilet not flushing. Operator fixed toilet.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Powdered sugar. Operator labeled container.
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.