ODA PIZZERIA BISTRO
900 SW PINE ISLAND RD, Cape Coral FL 33991 · 239-402-8282
Last inspected Aug 18, 2026 · 8 visits since November 2023
5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best 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. Printed out Clean Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR Form HR 5030-104 for Manager. The chef posted on wall during inspection.
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025029238 | Mar 17, 2025 | Aug 18, 2025 | $440 |
| 7--2018027630 | Apr 20, 2018 | Jun 21, 2018 | $160 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed cook touching aprons and clothe while food preparation. Educated cook to not touch any cloths or face while engaging in food preparation.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. The manager placed paper towels in paper towel dispenser.
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.
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler on cook line and walk-in cooler gasket torn.
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink in kitchen used as an ice dump sink. Educated operator to only use. Handwashing sink for handwashing only not dumping ice.
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 containing toxic substance not labeled.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed both restroom doors not tight fitting.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in bar. Ice scooper was removed from ice bin.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. The utensils was removed from the container of water.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. The wiping cloth was removed from under cutting board.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw shrimp thawing in standing water.
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed burn medicine stored above prep table. The manager removed the burn medicine from above prep table.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in pizza prep area. The manager placed paper towels at handwashing sink.
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. Printed out Employee Reporting Form HR 5030-103 for Manager. The manager filled out form during inspection.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information.
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 with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed both employees placed head gear on during inspection.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Printed out inspection for manager.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers in pizza prep station reach-in cooler. The manager removed open drink from reach-in cooler.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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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.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in Pizza Prep Station.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed egg plant and lasagna in reach-in cooler not date marked.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom in employee restroom.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
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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.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw scallops over ready to eat pasta in stand up reach-in cooler. The manager moved the pasta above the raw scallops.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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 in Pizza Prep Station.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed egg plant and lasagna in reach-in cooler not date marked.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed handwashing sink in pizza prep station shut off.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom in employee restroom.
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. The operator removed cell phone from prep table.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters above coffee machine unprotected.
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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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 owner changed out sanitizer bucket during inspection.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon and raw calimara over ready to eat ribeye in reach-in cooler beside deep frier. The chef placed the raw salmon and raw calimara on bottom shelf 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. Printed out Clean Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR Form HR 5030-104 for Manager. The chef posted on wall during inspection.
Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. Educated chef on maintaining mussel tags on file for 90 days.
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. Printed out Employee Reporting Form HR 5030-103 for Manager.
No soap provided at handwash sink in bar.
Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Emailed manager Oyster Consumer Advisory.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed lasagna and egg plant not date marked in reach-in cooler.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed handwashing sink in pizza prep station shut off.
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 walk-in cooler gasket torn.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands in pizza station.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed lasagna and lamb shanks not date marked in walk-in cooler.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment in pizza station. The owner removed knives from in between equipment.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed sanitizer bucket on floor on cook line. The chef removed the sanitizer buckle from floor on cook line.
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed Time As Public Health Control Written Procedures for pizza slices.
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