CABO BREEZE MEXICAN GRILL AND TIKI BAR
648 TAMIAMI TRL S, Venice FL 34285 · 941-237-8314
Last inspected Aug 25, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023
SEP 24
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OCT 25
MAY 26
AUG 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 15 small flying insects landing of vinegar and ketchup bottles in dry storage area.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 25, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions. Repeat from last inspection 5-19-26
Stored food not covered. Observed cooked chicken in walk-in cooler prepared the prior day not covered or protected. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
May 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
6 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Certified Food Manager or person in charge does not require employees to report illnesses and symptoms as required.
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 parts per chlorine sanitation. Operator replaced empty sanitizer and rechecked at 50 ppm.
Non-food grade towel used as liner for food container for tortillas and rice.
Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Observed raw chicken and beef in walk-in cooler over beer kegs.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed cooked shrimp raw beef over raw fish in reach-in cooler
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed cooked shrimp chemical spray bottles and dish soaps on shelf at prep tables over food and equipment. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed marinaded beef, pork,chicken Employee stated the above items had been prepare onsite more than 24 hours prior, and then proceeded to date items properly to meet standards of inspection.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed shelf in walk-in freezer with meat stored on it is not 6 inches off floor.
Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Observed molcajete bowls are being used.
Oct 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 29, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 28, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate1 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 Observed dishwasher chlorine sanitizer at 000 parts per million after multiple test. Instructed operator they may use dishwasher to wash dishes and equipment but must use 3 compartment sink to sanitize items after washing.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 15 small flying insects landing of vinegar and ketchup bottles in dry storage area.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed household pesticide on chemical shelf at dry storage area. Operator removed pesticides from establishment.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw oysters Rockefeller in reach-in-cooler at cooks line over cooked crab and smoked sausage. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food at cooks line. Operator disposed of basting brush.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils at food preparation area next to oven. Repeat 9-3-24
Sep 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Repeat 11-9-23
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Food stored on floor. Observed food stored on floor in walk-in-freezer.
Nov 9, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 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 steamed potatoes and corn on the cob in steam table both at 97F hot holding. Observed operator turn up heat on steam table and recheck temperature 30 minutes later 138F hot holding.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed some oyster tags not marked with last date used.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed spinach and cheese mix in reach-in cooler prepared onsite more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement not date marked.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage on shelf at clean dish rack. Observed employee remove beverage.
Jul 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda gun nozzle at bar soiled. Observed operator clean nozzle.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed and hand wash sink at wait station blocked with utensils and hand wash sink at cooks line blocked with plastic container. Observed operator remove all items. Repeat 3-22-23
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