MANGIA BENE
2301 DEL PRADO BLVD, Cape Coral FL 33990 · 239-410-9594
Last inspected Aug 20, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach in kitchen in dishwashing area. The owner cleaned and sanitized area live roach was observed.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed roasted peppers and pasta not date marked.
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.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed grey duct tape used on reach-in cooler across from cook line.
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler across from cook line and walk-in cooler gaskets are torn.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair throughout kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed bottles of water on floor in walk-in cooler.
Jan 15, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed owner the Time As Public Health form for pizza slices.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn and reach-in cooler across from cook line not secure on hinges.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of food on floor in walk-in freezer.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Aug 28, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler across from cook line and walk-in cooler gasket torn.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Aug 27, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 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. The manager re-set the sanitizer line see dishwashing machine re-check.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach in kitchen in dishwashing area. The owner cleaned and sanitized area live roach was observed.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed glass eye cleaner chemicals by steam table. The operator removed eye cleaner and chlorine sanitizer bucket on prep table. The eye cleaner and sanitizer bucket was removed from steam table and prep table.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler across from cook line and walk-in cooler gasket torn.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Mar 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over ready to eat pasta ravioli in stand up reach-in freezer. The operator moved the raw beef to bottom shelf in stand up reach-in freezer.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers in stand up reach-in cooler beside cook line.
Oct 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw breaded veal (45F - Cold Holding); raw breaded chicken (46F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The cook placed the raw products on ice.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink in kitchen used to store a container of hot water.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed handwashing sink in kitchen shut off due to plumbing issues. The manager stated a work order is in place for service.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed grey duct tape used on reach-in cooler in prep area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone above prep table.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket torn.
Food stored on floor. Observed container of bread rolls on floor in kitchen.
Feb 6, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler gasket across from cook line torn and walk-in cooler gasket.
Dec 5, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed containers of medications above prep table. The manager moved all medication to a designated medicine cabinet.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled.
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 paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at hand washing sink behind front counter.
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler gasket across from cook line torn and walk-in cooler gasket.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit beside cook line.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign at hand washing sink across steam table.
Jul 25, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed shelled eggs over red beans in walk-in cooler. The manager placed shelled over raw chicken in walk-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. Emailed owner DBPR Form HR 5030-104.
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. Emailed manager DBPR Form HR 5030-103. The owner printed out and filled out on some employees during inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone on prep table.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler gasket torn across from cook line.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes supplies on floor in walk-in freezer.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit beside cook line.
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.