CUBANS COCO LOCO RESTAURANT
1311 DEL PRADO BLVD UNIT B & C, Cape Coral FL 33990 · 239-471-7792
Last inspected Aug 7, 2026 · 10 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections within 41 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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. Emailed owner DBPR Form HR 5030-104.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 20, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate3 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. The owner changed out sanitizer bucket.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs was removed from oven door.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed handwashing sink beside coo line with no handwashing sign.
May 20, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate3 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. The owner changed out sanitizer bucket.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp over ready to eat pork in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The manager moved the raw shrimp beside the ready to eat pork.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw red fish in walk-in cooler. Emailed the owner Proper Storage Safe Refrigerator HR Form 5030-99.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs was removed from oven door.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed handwashing sink beside coo line with no handwashing sign.
Dec 2, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 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.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in kitchen.
Oct 1, 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 Intermediate3 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.
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.
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.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in kitchen.
Sep 22, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate7 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.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw steaks over raw shrimp in reach-in cooler across from coo line. The operator moved the raw steaks under the raw shrimp.
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.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed beef, pork and rice and black beans not date marked in walk-in cooler.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in kitchen.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. The knives was removed from in between equipment in bar.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in bar.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. The operator discarded open drinks in reach-in cooler in prep station.
Mar 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate5 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 steak over raw lobster in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The manager moved the raw steak on bottom shelf under the raw lobster.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef (66F - Cold Holding) on prep table waiting to be reheated. The manager placed beef in reach-in cooler.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink bar.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink in bar.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in bar.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Oct 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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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. Printed out Clean Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR Form HR 5030-204 for Manager. The manager posted form on wall in kitchen.
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. Printed out Employee Reporting Form HR 5030-203 for Manager. The manager filled out form during inspection.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. The manager posted handwashing sign during inspection.
Feb 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Aug 10, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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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. Emailed owner DBPR Form HR 5030-104.
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 owner DBPR Form HR 5030-103. The owner is printing out and completing on all staff.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
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.