CUBAY RESTAURANT, INC.
3032 SANTA BARBARA BLVD, Cape Coral FL 33914 · 3057738613
Last inspected Jul 27, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023
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JAN 26
JUL 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 35 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. Printed out DBPR HR Form 5030-104 Bodily Fluids. The manager placed form on bulletin board during inspection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025055776 | Jul 7, 2025 | Aug 20, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken above raw beef in reach in cooler Observed operator correct violations in order to meet inspection standards.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at prep sink next to three compartment sink.
Jan 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener has heavy buildup of food debris.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Prepared pork and prepared chicken in reach in cooler not date marked. Observed operator correct violations in order to meet inspection standards.
Sep 10, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No test kit available to check chlorine levels in three compartment sink
Jul 9, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Operator has soap and sanitizer used as same final step prior to air drying therefore food contact surfaces are not properly sanitized. Operator emptied three compartment sink and filled correctly to,properly sanitized
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken, beef and bacon stored over ready to eat/cooked pork in reach in cooler. Operator moved foods to proper storage. This is a repeat violation from previous inspection dated 02%05-2025
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No test kit available to check chlorine levels in three compartment sink
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle at prep/utility sink.
Abrasives and detergents not removed during the rinse process. Operator has soap and sanitizer used as same final step prior to air drying.
Duct tape used to repair food-contact surface. Duct tape used to repair measuring cup used in bulk rice container. Operatpr discarded.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phones on shelves with food and food service items in kitchen and front counter. Operator removed phones.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Whole fish thawed in standing water.
Feb 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed beef over ready to eat ham in stand up reach-in cooler in kitchen.
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. Observed 2 cracked eggs in egg container in reach-in cooler. The manager discarded cracked eggs.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink blocked by dish container. The operator removed container.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler across from rice table gasket torn.
Aug 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 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 chicken in stand up reach-in cooler in stand up reach-in cooler beside cook line. The manager moved the raw chicken to bottom shelf under the raw beef.
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 DBPR HR Form 5030-104 Bodily Fluids. The manager placed form on bulletin board during inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink beside 3 compartment sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler in kitchen.
Jan 31, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottles of medication above reach-in cooler. The operator removed the bottle of medication.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork over ready to eat pork chops in stand up reach-in cooler beside cook line. The operator moved the raw pork under the ready to eat pork chops.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed dish container on hand washing sink beside prep sink in kitchen. The operator removed empty container from on top of hand washing sink.
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/
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pork chops and beef in stand up reach-in cooler not date marked. The manager dated pork chops and beef during Inspection.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hand washing sink beside 3 compartment sink shut off.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Oct 3, 2023Inspection 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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Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed 2 cracked eggs in egg stand up reach-in cooler. The operator discarded cracked eggs.
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.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water shut off at hand washing sink beside 3 compartment sink.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. The knife was removed from between equipment.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
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.