BOB EVANS RESTAURANT 550
1420 SW PINE ISLAND RD, Cape Coral FL 33991 · 239.242.4315
Last inspected Jun 9, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections within 16 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cole slaw (48F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler in prep area. The Cole slaw was moved to reach-in cooler in prep area near coffee station.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jun 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cole slaw (48F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler in prep area. The Cole slaw was moved to reach-in cooler in prep area near coffee station.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food for shelled eggs. The manager filled out The Time As Public Health Form during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
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 in prep area ambient temperature 48F. The manager put in a work order for reach-in cooler.
Mar 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed GM the Time Public Health Form for sausage links, sausage patties and shelled eggs.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed personnel food in reach-in cooler in kitchen. The GM removed personal drink and food from reach-in cooler.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair on cook line.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler in kitchen.
Water draining onto floor surface under ice machine in dishwashing area.
Dec 2, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 30, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed cracked eggs in egg container under cook line. The cook removed cracked eggs.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed safe staff employee training certificates but not completely filled out.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed several light fixtures missing covers.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water dripping from ceiling tile in storage area near office and on cook line near stand up reach-in cooler. The GM has placed in a work order for leakage.
Aug 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
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.
Ceiling tile missing in break area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Feb 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed cook wiping hands on apron and pants while food preparation. Educated cook in proper handwashing and to not touch any cloths while food preparation.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink in kitchen used to store dirty utensils. The operator removed spoons from handwashing sink.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed stand up reach-in freezer on cook line gasket torn.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris in kitchen.
Aug 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed 2 cracked eggs in egg carton. The cook discarded cracked eggs.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed Time As Public Health Control For Shelled Eggs out on Cook line. The manager printed and filled out during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance on cook line.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Jan 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand washing sink behind front counter used as a dump sink. Educated operator on only using hand washing sink for hand washing only.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink in kitchen beside pastry rack. The manager placed paper towels at hand washing sink.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in dishwashing area.
Aug 9, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair near ice machine.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. The manager had microwave cleaned during inspection,
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