CARIBE RESTAURANT & BAR
1107 W N BLVD STE 26, Leesburg FL 34748 · 352-638-2522
Last inspected Aug 11, 2026 · 9 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. -Salsa dated 05/30.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 11, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
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.
Jul 29, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate4 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. -0 ppm.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. -Raw lobster tails over pizza.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Raw sausage over cooked chicharonne.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -Rice 108f, Tripe 111f. Less than 4 hours. Advised to reheat. Operator placed in steam table on high.
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.
Food stored on floor. -Cooking oil in kitchen.
Light not functioning. -Hood.
Stored food not covered. -Beans in walk in cooler.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -Hand sink in kitchen.
Mar 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. -Raw fish over empanadas.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -Fabuloso stored on clean dishes.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Wine glass in wait station hand sink. -Blocked by cart by ware wash.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -At warewash.
Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. -Wooden mofongo mixing bowl.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -In kitchen.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -Three compartment sink sprayer.
Dec 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 1, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. -Dish machine added at bar. Three compartment sink removed at bar. -Side room. Ice machine added, prep tables, stand up freezers added.
Sep 23, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. -Dish machine added at bar. Three compartment sink removed at bar. -Side room. Ice machine added, prep tables, stand up freezers added.
Food stored on floor. -Cooking oil on floor in side prep room.
Aug 22, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. -Dish machine added at bar. Three compartment sink removed at bar. -Side room. Ice machine added, prep tables, stand up freezers added.
Food stored on floor. -Cooking oil on floor in side prep room.
Jun 20, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. -Raw beef over French fries in side prep room freezer.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Raw chicken over cut onions.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. -Salsa dated 05-30.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. -Salsa dated 05/30.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Strainer in handsink at bar.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. -Dish machine added at bar. Three compartment sink removed at bar. -Side room. Ice machine added, prep tables, stand up freezers added.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Yellow spray bottle in kitchen.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. -Cook.
Food stored on floor. -Cooking oil on floor in side prep room.
Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. -Sponge used as salt applicator at bar.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -At bar hand sinks.
Dec 15, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Cutting board on prep cooler. -Sauce bottle on prep table.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Ceiling tile missing. -Over dish machine. -In dry storage.
Dead roaches on premises. -1 under three compartment sink.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Reach in freezer gasket.
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.