EUROPEAN AMERICAN BAKERY CAFE
12450 METRO PKWY UNIT 1, Fort Myers FL 33966 · 239-225-0450
Last inspected Apr 23, 2026 · 7 visits since November 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 15 points off where it started.
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 printed copy.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $960
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025029122 | Mar 4, 2025 | May 6, 2025 | $600 |
| 7--2025001368 | Nov 21, 2024 | Feb 4, 2025 | $360 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Apr 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw ground beef at Reach in Drawers. Operator switched the food items.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken pot pie soup 115F at steam table. Operator reheated to a minimum of 165F at stove.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ice cubes at bar handwash sink. Educated the operator on the handwash sink strictly being used for handwash only.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at frontline handwash sink next to Steam Table. Operator placed paper towels at handwash sink.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed residue buildup in the interior of ice machine.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed multiple employees with no hair restraints at cookline.
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed cut lemons exposed to splash at bar handwash sink. Operator removed the cut lemons next to handwash sink.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed handwash sink next to ice machine in disrepair. Operator informed the handwash sink in the process of being repaired.
Oct 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Shell egg ambient temperature (51F - Cold Holding) stored in kitchen line, the eggs were stacked above fill line. The operator relocated the eggs to a reach in cooler.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged salmon bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. The operator discarded the food.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb near mop sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwash sink near dish machine had a dump grate in sink. The operator removed the grate.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured near dry storage area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in kitchen area.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 7 salmon fillets that were thawed without first removing from the packaging on the cook line. Educated operator on correct thawing, and operator discarded the salmon fillets.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of individual plastic bottles of water stored on floor in dry storage area. Observed multiple boxes of food stored on freezer floor.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed operator a copy to hang in kitchen.
Open dumpster lid.
Mar 4, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate6 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. Manager on duty is unable to locate documents at the time of inspection.
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. Manager on duty is unable to locate documents at the time of inspection.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no run in water at hand wash sink by ice machine.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed 4 unsecured tanks in kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled shelves soiled ceiling vent in kitchen by steam table.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing floor tiles under glass front reach in cooler by storage room.
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple cases of food on the floor in the walk in freezer and a case of eggs stored on the floor of the walk in cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in chest style reach in freezer by employee bathroom.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled shelves in dry storage area by grill.
Nov 21, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon above ready to eat food and access in reach in cooler.
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. Operator states documents are locked in office, and that there is no access to office today due to manger being out.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed loose tiles by glass door reach in cooler across from dish machine.
Food stored on floor. Oh cases of eggs stored on floor of walk in cooler and multiple cases of food on floor of walk in freezer.
Sep 17, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon above ready to eat food and access in 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. Operator states documents are locked in office, and that there is no access to office today due to manger being out.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Operator states documents are locked in office, and that there is no access to office today due to manger being out.
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. Operator states documents are locked in office, and that there is no access to office today due to manger being out.
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. Operator states documents are locked in office, and that there is no access to office today due to manger being out.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine as soiled.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open bottle of water on cook line above roll top reach in cooler.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed loose tiles by glass door reach in cooler across from dish machine.
Food stored on floor. Oh cases of eggs stored on floor of walk in cooler and multiple cases of food on floor of walk in freezer.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet wiping cloth under cutting board by microwave on cook line.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in bottom of reach in cooler on cook line.
Mar 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed salmon lox stored over ready to eat food items in reach in cooler station on cook line.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed items stored in hand wash sink by dish machine.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine as soiled.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile as misplaced near kitchen entrance. Establishment is currently undergoing cosmetic renovations.
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple cases of food stored on the floor of the walk in freezer.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on floor of walk in freezer.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet cloth under cutting board by microwave.
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed mold like buildup on shelves in walk in cooler.
Nov 9, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter portions at front counter at 65F cold holding. Operator moved to another cooler for cooling.
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 printed copy.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed 2 unlabeled spray bottles near ice machine.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no running water at hand wash sink near ice machine in back bakery area.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine as soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents in kitchen as soiled with debris, and heavy mold like buildup on pipe on ceiling of walk in cooler.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open bottle of water on reach in cooler in kitchen.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Food stored in a prohibited area. Observed cases of alcohol stored in employee restroom.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored directly on top of ice machine.
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.