EL CARIBE LATIN FLAVOR RESTAURANT
3917 PALM BEACH BLVD, Fort Myers FL 33916 · 2392446612
Last inspected Jul 8, 2026 · 11 visits since November 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 28 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. Provided Operator with Clean up Form DBPR HR 5030-104 printed copy.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jul 8, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Container of supplements improperly stored over prep area. Operator removed the container to proper storage.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In walk in cooler; raw chicken stored over raw ground beef. Operator removed raw chicken to bottom shelf.
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/ No CFM on duty with 4 employees engaged in food preparation/ handling.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
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Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag stored on steam table. Operator removed employee bag.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Bread bags for customer self-service without proper label near front counter; no product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food.
Stored food not covered. Sugar and pork fat stored uncovered at prep area. Operator covered all items.
Jan 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. In reach in cooler near cook line; raw bacons stored with slice cheese in the same container. See stop sale.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. In reach in cooler near cook line; raw bacons stored with slice cheese in the same container. See stop sale.
Toxic substance/chemical spray bottle stored over clean plates. Operator removed the spray bottle to proper storage.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink used to store dirty containers at front counter. Operator removed the containers.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vent soiled with mold like substance at cook line.
Dumpster rusted out on bottom with holes.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee tools stored with ice scoop above ice machine. Operator removed the scoop for sanitation and stored all employee tools to proper storage.
Inside/outside of dumpster not clean.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior of the hood soiled with grease.
Open dumpster lid.
Single-service food containers not stored inverted or protected from contamination at dry storage. Operator stored inverted.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry near kitchen exit door.
Nov 13, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 11, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk-in cooler; raw pork stored over shredded lettuce container. Operator moved raw pork to bottom shelf.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach-in cooler at front counter; cooked rice with milk (50F - Cold Holding); ham cheese sandwich (51F - Cold Holding). Per operator all items placed in reach-in cooler for 5 hours. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach-in cooler at front counter; cooked rice with milk (50F - Cold Holding); ham cheese sandwich (51F - Cold Holding). Per operator all items placed in reach-in cooler for 5 hours. See stop sale.
Toxic substance/chemical spray bottle improperly stored above clean plates and ice machine. Operator moved the spray bottle.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee washing wiping clothes at handwashing sink at front counter. Discussed employee about proper usage of handwashing sink.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at front counter and back of the kitchen.
Open dumpster lid.
Jun 11, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed expanded prep area where ceilings are acoustic tile.
Jun 11, 2025Inspection 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 chicken stored over raw ground beef in standup double door reach in cooler in back prep area. Operator moved chicken under ground beef.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing sink in back prep room blocked with various items. Operator removed items from sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with clear liquid on prep table.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee preparing food on cook's line while wearing a gold bracelet.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employe cutting dough in back prep area without a hair restraint.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign at hand washing sink in back prep area and hand washing sink at front counter by coffee machine.
Apr 14, 2025Call 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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed walk in cooler has been to the other side of the restaurant.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed expanded prep area where ceilings are acoustic tile.
Nov 18, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken stored over unwashed potatoes in walk in cooler.
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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed walk in cooler has been to the other side of the restaurant.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with clear liquid on prep table.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed expanded prep area where ceilings are acoustic tile.
Apr 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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 health reporting agreement and operator signed at time of inspection.
Apr 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate1 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 chicken breast stored over raw ground beef in walk-in cooler. Operator moved chicken to bottom shelf.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee filling a pitcher in hand washing sink in kitchen.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand washing sink in kitchen. Operator refilled.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beef prepared yesterday no date mark in walk-in cooler.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottles with clear liquid inside. Operator labeled bottles during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken thawing in standing water by three compartment sink. Operator moved chicken to walk-in cooler.
Nov 1, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee wearing gloves touch hair then handle clean metal covers to place on food at steam table. Discussed proper hand washing practices with operator.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shell eggs on counter next to flat top. Owner stated eggs were out for half an hour. Permitted me to take internal temp of one egg 73F. Operator moved eggs to reach in cooler.
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 Form DBPR HR 5030-104 printed copy.
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 with Employee Reporting Agreement DBPR Form HR 5030-103 via email. Operator completed printed copy during inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand washing sink at end of cook's line. Operator refilled during inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked chicken in reach in cooler on cook's line prepared yesterday no date mark.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a watch while preparing food on cook's line. Operator had employee remove watch.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
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.