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CARIBBEAN DELIGHTS BESTRO

5600 8 ST W BLDG 3 UNIT 1, Lehigh Acres FL 33971 · 239.368.3265

Last inspected Apr 30, 2026 · 7 visits since February 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats10
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA4606416
Grade history
MAY 24
OCT 24
MAY 25
FEB 26
APR 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 10 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
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 Clean-up Of Vomiting And Diarrheal Events handout HR 5030-104.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Badges — 1 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $200

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
7--2014052306Dec 12, 2014Jan 2, 2015$200

Inspection history

7 visits, newest first

Apr 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Operator removed tongs.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
Feb 4, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
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. Provided operator employee reporting agreement, (HR 5030-309) manager health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-101)and employee health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-103], discussed with operator importance of employee heath. Discussed employee heath with operator, operator began filling out form at time of inspection.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Cheese in reach-in cooler at front no label
Basic/02D-03-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Accumulated dust and grease on removable hood vents.
Basic/23-03-4
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation
May 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at prep area.
Basic/14-09-4
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4
Single-service food containers not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Operator stored inverted.
Basic/25-06-4/Corrected On-Site
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4
Oct 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored with foods. In back dry storage near exit, paints stored on shelf with hot sauce. Operator moved foods to separate shelf.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris in walk-in cooler.
Basic/36-73-4
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. In customer self service reach-in cooler by front counter, orange cheese packed on site with no label.
Basic/02D-03-4
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4
May 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Operator purchased pH test kit, is using chlorine and quaternary sanitizer.
Intermediate/16-32-5
Ice buildup in white reach-in freezer across from steam table in back kitchen, also white reach-in freezer next to steam table.
Basic/14-69-4
Prep table shelves in middle of kitchen have accumulation of soil residues.
Basic/22-16-4
Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only. By bathroom at side of restaurant and back of restaurant. Not locked using key, quick unlock available.
/46-04-4
May 1, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary sanitizer used, no test strips.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning/Return visit May 1, 2024 · Time Extended
Feb 29, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Container of medicine improperly stored. Bottles of liquid and dry medicines, chemicals, and personal belongings on shelving with cans and containers food back left dry storage racks main kitchen. Operator separated all items from food.
High priority/41-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. In walk-in cooler raw chicken (48F - ambient Cooling) stored overnight per operator.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. In walk-in cooler raw chicken (48F - ambient Cooling) stored overnight per operator.
High priority/03D-06-5/Warning
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 Clean-up Of Vomiting And Diarrheal Events handout HR 5030-104.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. In walk-in cooler observed ambient cooling of raw chicken in thick plastic containers, covered, packed densely.
Intermediate/03D-15-4/Warning
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary sanitizer used, no test strips.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning
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. Provided operator employee reporting agreement, (HR 5030-309) manager health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-101)and employee health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-103], discussed with operator importance of employee heath.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Repeat Violation/Warning
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris and grease behind main cook line equipment.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Cheese wrapped in front reach-in cooler packed on site lacking label.
Basic/02D-03-4/Warning

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