COUNTRY INN & SUITES
9009 ASTRONAUT BLVD, Cape Canaveral FL 32920
Last inspected Nov 19, 2025 · 7 visits since September 2023
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3 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Left out on counter during breakfast cream cheese (62F - Cold Holding). Recommend placing on time control or keeping in reach-in cooler
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025029256 | Mar 3, 2025 | Apr 22, 2025 | $160 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Nov 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Left out on counter during breakfast cream cheese (62F - Cold Holding). Recommend placing on time control or keeping in reach-in cooler
Bulk milk dispenser with dispensing tube not cut at an angle. At breakfast buffet
Ceiling tile missing. Corner above dishwasher in kitchen
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Bananas and oranges for self service at breakfast buffet not washed. Stickers still on produce
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Single-service articles improperly stored. Open case of lids on the floor in dry storage room. Operator moved
Mar 11, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 3, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 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. 0ppm
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Genesis expired on 12/2/24
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.
Feb 21, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate5 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. 0ppm
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 500+ppm. Operator diluted to 200ppm
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Genesis expired on 12/2/24
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. All test strips are expired
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.
Bulk milk dispenser with dispensing tube longer than one inch protruding from the chilled dispensing head. Milk dispenser on breakfast buffet
Bulk milk dispenser with dispensing tube not cut at an angle. At breakfast buffet
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in cooler on breakfast buffet
Single-service articles improperly stored. Multiple cases of single service items on the floor in dry storage room
Water softener salt (food) stored in a location that is not clean and dry. Stored on the floor in water heater room. Operator moved
Nov 8, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 15, 2023Call 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 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. GM Mr. Díaz and employee Kathy both work kitchen and have been employed for over 60 days without acquiring training certificates
Sep 7, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Removed from buffet and placed into reach in cooler shredded cheese (79F - Cold Holding). Operator stated that it had been refilled 2 hours prior
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Surface area surrounding dispenser nozzles of milk and juice machine are soiled
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. GM Mr. Díaz and employee Kathy both work kitchen and have been employed for over 60 days without acquiring training certificates
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. Printed. Signed
Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Detergent line is cut
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. 0ppm.
Food stored on floor. Cases of plastic water bottles and case of coffee stored on the floor in dry storage room
Single-service articles improperly stored. Multiple cases of single service items stored on the floor in dry storage room
Stored food not covered. Coffee grounds portioned into filters are in an uncovered container. Operator placed lid over
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.