CUSCATLAN RESTAURANT
5612 8 ST W UNIT 6, Lehigh Acres FL 33971 · 239-368-6831
Last inspected Apr 21, 2026 · 9 visits since February 2024
MAY 24
NOV 24
APR 25
NOV 25
APR 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
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. Provided operator with Clean-up Of Vomiting And Diarrheal Events handout HR 5030-104.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024021648 | Mar 1, 2024 | May 14, 2024 | $200 |
| 7--2016048107 | Oct 13, 2016 | Nov 8, 2016 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 21, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut lettuce 54F cold hold, cooked yucca 51F cold hold less than 4 hours. Operator switched foods to working reach in cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink in dishwash area blocked by soiled pots and pans.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed soiled containers stored inside handwash sink at cook line. Operator removed containers.
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at cook line. Operator placed paper towels near handwash sink.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense sugar. Operator removed bowl.
Drain cover(s) missing at front service area.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor at front service area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar container.
Nov 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken over raw beef in large silver 3 door freezer middle section across from cook line. Operator rearranged for proper food storage.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around shared plaza dumpster.
Ice buildup in tall white reach-in freezer across from cook line.
Apr 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In large 2 door reach-in cooler at end of cook line, diced tomatoes, cooked pork and shredded cabbage all made 2 days ago per operator, no date marking.
Equipment in poor repair. Ripped gaskets on main cook line reach-in cooler doors.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer, smaller white reach-in freezer by cook line.
Utensils in poor condition. On cook line observed wooden spoons in poor repair, with cracks.
Nov 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Beetles in dry beans, dry rice, and flour bins with beetles inside in direct cont with food. Operator immediately discarded all foods.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In tall double door reach-in cooler on cook line, cooked chicken, cooked pork, cooked beans no date label per operator made two days ago.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. On cook line observed heavily worn utensils in pot by stovetop.
Frozen time/temperature control for safety food being slacked at room temperature is no longer frozen solid. Raw ground beef slacking in triple sink, no longer frozen solid.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer by register in front of restaurant.
Open shared dumpster lid, garbage on pad.
May 1, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee wash hands with gloves on at cook line. Operator spoke with employee, employee rewashed hands and changed gloves properly.
Food stored on floor. In front bar area water bottles and soda cans stored on floor.
Mar 5, 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/. Ice machine has been moved to new area, from front bar area into kitchen by dishwashing area across from cook line.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Repairs to wall in dishwashing area, foam filler is not easily cleanable.
Mar 1, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Two door silver reach-in cooler at end of cook line; milk (56F - Cold Holding); cooked beans (48F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (47F - Cold Holding); shredded mozzarella cheese (46F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken tamales for two hours per operator. After speaking with employees operator states door was open often during busy prep period before lunch.
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/. Ice machine has been moved to new area, from front bar area into kitchen by dishwashing area across from cook line.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Repairs to wall in dishwashing area, foam filler is not easily cleanable.
Feb 29, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken over raw beef in large triple door reach-in freezer in main kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Two door silver reach-in cooler at end of cook line; milk (56F - Cold Holding); cooked beans (48F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (47F - Cold Holding); shredded mozzarella cheese (46F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken tamales for two hours per operator. After speaking with employees operator states door was open often during busy prep period before lunch.
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. Provided operator with Clean-up Of Vomiting And Diarrheal Events handout HR 5030-104.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Handwash sink next to triple sink in kitchen has been removed.
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/. Ice machine has been moved to new area, from front bar area into kitchen by dishwashing area across from cook line.
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. Provided operator employee reporting agreement, (HR 5030-309) manager health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-101)and employee health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-103], discussed with operator importance of employee heath.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Coffee filters uncovered at bar.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw chicken defrosting in triple sink in standing water. Operator turned on running water for proper thaw.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Repairs to wall in dishwashing area, foam filler is not easily cleanable.
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