LA VENEZIA BALLROOM & ROBERTO'S LOUNGE
4646 SE 11 PL, Cape Coral FL 33904 · 239-945-0034
Last inspected Jan 20, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
JAN 24
SEP 24
DEC 24
AUG 25
JAN 26
▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 16 points better than where it started.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach in dry storage. Operator discarded roach.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $760
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025087966 | Oct 28, 2025 | Jun 4, 2026 | $600 |
| 7--2023069902 | Oct 31, 2023 | Jan 16, 2024 | $160 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jan 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored by bottled beverages at bar. Operator removed chemical.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed soiled spoon stored in handwashing sink at cook line. Operator removed spoon.
Water pressure lacking at fixtures that require the use of water. Left side handwash sink in women's restroom on right side of ballroom stage. Educated operator on proper water pressure at handwash sink.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach in dry storage. Operator discarded roach.
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Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed boxes of frozen potatoes stored on floor in walk in freezer. Operator placed foods off of floor.
In-use ice scoop stored on top of ice machine between uses. Operator fixed ice scoop.
Wall soiled with accumulated gray-like substance around mop sink. Operator had maintenance clean.
Oct 28, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff.org) 866-372-7233.
Aug 27, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff.org) 866-372-7233.
Water pressure lacking at fixtures that require the use of water. Left side hand wash sink in women's restroom on right side of ballroom stage.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris underneath equipment in decoration table and chair storage room.
In-use ice scoop stored on top of ice machine between uses.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of food debris.
Observed light not functioning in women's restroom behind ballroom stage.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar container.
Dec 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored by clean food equipment. Operator removed chemical.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris and water inside ice scoop bucket. Operator washed, rinsed, and sanitized ice scoop and bucket.
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.
Spray bottle in dishwash area containing toxic substance not labeled.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed ice bucket stored on floor at bar.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed interior of beer reach in cooler facing wall at bar rusting.
Sep 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed ice buckets stored on floor at bar.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back storage room.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jan 17, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 9, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 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. Observed chlorine concentration at 0 ppm. Operator called technician.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb at three compartment sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed cloth stored inside hand wash sink at cook line. Operator removed cloth.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cut melon not date marked.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Operator labeled bottle.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Ladies restroom on right side nearest stage.
Exterior door near ladies restroom right side of stage has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris underneath shelving in dry storage. Educated operator on routine cleaning of dry storage.
In-use ice scoop stored on top of ice machine between uses.
Oct 31, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed National Registry of Food Safety Professionals manager certification for Sequoyah Moya expired 04/02/23.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Aug 22, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed National Registry of Food Safety Professionals manager certification for Sequoyah Moya expired 04/02/23.
No certified food manager for establishment. 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 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 completed forms before leaving inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage on ceiling in ladies restroom right side of ballroom.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris/grease underneath cooking equipment. Observed buildup of debris underneath shelving in dry storage area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sink at cook line.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed restroom toilets behind stage not flushing.
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.