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COCO BAKERY

1480 NE PINE ISLAND RD UNIT 2E, Cape Coral FL 33909 · 239 895 6274

Last inspected May 7, 2026 · 14 visits since September 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats32
Risk levelRisk Level 3 - HSP
LicenceSEA4606056
Grade history
FEB 25
MAY 25
SEP 25
FEB 26
MAY 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 29 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded chicken (46F - Cold Holding) in stand up reach-in cooler in kitchen. The manager discarded shredded chicken.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $200

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
7--2025016583Feb 12, 2025Apr 14, 2025$200

Inspection history

14 visits, newest first

May 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findings
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw frozen chicken over raw frozen pork in stand up reach-in freezer. The manager is planning on moving the raw chicken under the raw pork.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrective Action Taken
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed easy off oven cleaner on shelf with can goods and sauce containers. The manager moved removed the easy off oven cleaner from shelf.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine sanitizer in triple sink is too strong 200ppm. The manager added water to correct chlorine sanitizer to 100ppm.
High priority/41-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Basic/36-34-5
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone on prep table beside slicer. The operator removed the cell phone.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Equipment in poor repair. Observed stand up reach-in cooler in kitchen gasket torn.
Basic/14-11-5
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container of rice. The operator removed the scooper from the container of rice.
Basic/10-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Stored food not covered. Observed frozen pastries uncovered in stand up freezer.
Basic/08B-12-5
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Feb 18, 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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Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed a bottle of house hold chemicals (Raid) on rack with water. The manager discarded the bottle of raid.
High priority/41-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over ready to eat beef in stand up reach-in cooler in kitchen. The manager moved the ready to eat beef to other side of cooler with other ready to eat food.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Water pressure lacking at fixtures that require the use of water. Observed low water pressure in women's restroom.
Intermediate/27-17-4
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Basic/36-34-5
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
Basic/13-07-4
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Basic/24-08-4
Equipment in poor repair. Observed stand up reach-in cooler in kitchen gasket torn.
Basic/14-11-5
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. The manager removed the knife from in between the reach-in cooler.
Basic/10-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Nov 6, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 3, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority3 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 touching cloths and face while preparing food. Educated operator while preparing food not to touch cloths or face.
High priority/12A-28-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink being used for filling container. Educated operator in proper using handwashing sink only for handwashing purposes only.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrective Action Taken/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. Observed employee reporting forms but not filled out and sign by employees. Emailed manager employee reporting form to make copies to have all employees fill out and sign.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Printed out Time as Public Health Form and Assisted Manager in filling out form during inspection.
Intermediate/03F-10-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed 3 compartment sink used to wash and rinse but no sanitizer was used. Educated manager on proper steps of setting up 3 compartment sink of wash, rinse and sanitizer. Observed manager set up 3 compartment sink.
Basic/16-13-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. The manager removed wiping cloth from under cutting board.
Basic/21-04-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Stored food not covered. Observed pastries uncovered in stand up reach-in freezer. The manager covered pastries during inspection.
Basic/08B-12-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only.
/46-04-4
May 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler gasket torn.
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 7, 2025 · Time Extended
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer in stand up reach-in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning/Return visit May 7, 2025 · Time Extended
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in women's and men's restroom.
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning/Return visit May 7, 2025 · The owner stated handwashing signs were order for both restrooms. Corrective Action Taken
May 6, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 5 high priority.

5 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food in stand up freezer In dishwashing area.
High priority/14-31-5/Warning
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef over raw pork in stand up reach-in cooler in kitchen. The manager moved the raw beef beside the raw chicken under the raw pork.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed 2 cracked eggs in egg container. The operator discarded the cracked eggs during inspection.
High priority/01B-14-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed operator cracking eggs with clean utensils and wiping counter with paper towels. Educated operator on changing gloves when changing assignment. The operator washed hands and changed gloves after discussion.
High priority/12A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed white rice (118F - Hot Holding) in steam table. The manager placed white rice in oven to reheat. See Reheating Temperature.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pork and chicken not date marked in stand up reach-in cooler in kitchen.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Warning
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler gasket torn.
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer in stand up reach-in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container of black beans. The manager removed scooper from black beans.
Basic/10-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in women's and men's restroom.
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning
Stored food not covered in stand up freezer in dishwashing area.
Basic/08B-12-5/Warning
Feb 13, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning/Return visit Feb 13, 2025 · Time Extended
Equipment in poor repair. Observed stand up reach-in cooler in kitchen gasket torn.
Basic/14-11-5/Warning/Return visit Feb 13, 2025 · Time Extended
Feb 12, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over ready to eat chicken in stand up reach-in cooler in kitchen. The manager moved the ready to eat chicken to other side of stand up reach-in cooler.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed horizo (46F - Cold Holding);chopped ham (47F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The manager moved the chorizo and chopped ham to stand up reach-in cooler in kitchen. Observed shredded chicken (47F - Cold Holding) in stand up reach-in cooler in kitchen. The manager discarded shredded chicken.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink behind front counter had dishes in the sink. The dishes were removed by operator.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed manager Time As Public Health Form for Pastries in display case on front counter.
Intermediate/03F-10-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning
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 stand up reach-in cooler in kitchen ambient temperature 49F.
Basic/14-74-7/Repeat Violation/Warning
Equipment in poor repair. Observed stand up reach-in cooler in kitchen gasket torn.
Basic/14-11-5/Warning
Aug 26, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 26, 2024 · Time Extended
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler gasket torn.
Basic/14-11-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 26, 2024 · Time Extended
Aug 21, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded chicken (46F - Cold Holding); shredded beef (47F - Cold Holding) in stand up reach-in cooler beside handwashing sink. The manager discarded the shredded beef and shreds chicken.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning
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 across from cook line ambient temperature 48F. The manager placed ice under cut produce and cut ham.
Basic/14-74-7/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler gasket torn.
Basic/14-11-5/Warning
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit across from cook line. The manager dumped out water that utensils were in.
Basic/10-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Mar 28, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Basic/36-32-5/Warning/Return visit Mar 28, 2024 · Time Extended
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler across from cook line gasket torn.
Basic/14-11-5/Warning/Return visit Mar 28, 2024 · Time Extended
Mar 26, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw pork chops over unwashed produce in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The manager moved the raw pork chops into stand up reach-in cooler beside steam table.
High priority/08A-04-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded chicken (46F - Cold Holding) in stand up reach-in cooler in kitchen. The manager discarded shredded chicken.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Basic/36-32-5/Warning
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler across from cook line gasket torn.
Basic/14-11-5/Warning
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. The ice scoop was removed from ice bin.
Basic/10-08-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Basic/10-07-4/Warning
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit in stand up reach-in cooler beside steam table.
Basic/05-09-4/Warning
Jan 5, 2024Inspection 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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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef over raw swai in stand up reach-in cooler in kitchen. The manager moved the raw swai above the raw beef.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing sink behind front counter blocked by cups. The cups were removed from hand washing sink.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
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 Paperwork for Shelled Eggs. The manager filled out I printed out during inspection.
Intermediate/03F-10-5/Corrected On-Site
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Basic/36-34-5
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler gasket torn across the cook line.
Basic/14-11-5
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. The manager removed knife from between equipment.
Basic/10-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Sep 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed thermometer on stand up reach-in cooler not accurate.
Intermediate/05-05-4
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed container in hand washing sink beside ice bin. The container was removed from hand washing sink.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
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. Emailed manager DBPR Form HR 5030-103. The manager is assuring all personnel read, sign and maintain in files.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Basic/36-34-5
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler gasket torn across from cook line.
Basic/14-11-5
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. The soiled wiping cloths was removed from prep table.
Basic/21-09-4/Corrected On-Site

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.