PALMETTO-PINE COUNTRY CLUB
1940 SW 9 CT, Cape Coral FL 33991 · 2395747262
Last inspected Jul 8, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw hamburgers over raw shrimp in real-in cooler across from cook line. The chef moved raw hamburgers to bottom chef under the raw shrimp.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 8, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
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.
May 8, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in storage room beside women's restroom and in kitchen.
Bathroom facility not clean. Observed last bathroom stall in women's restroom is not clean.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Apr 27, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed a bottle of stomach relief medication in container above prep table. The manager discarded medicine.
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.
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed cracked eggs in egg container in reach-in cooler. The cook discarded cracked eggs.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken wings and chicken salad not date marked.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in storage room beside women's restroom and in kitchen.
Bathroom facility not clean. Observed last bathroom stall in women's restroom is not clean.
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of flowers bakeries on floor in walk-in freezer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Sep 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink beside stand up reach-in cooler covered by flat pan. The operator removed flat pan from over top of handwashing sink.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. The Chef is currently in the process of obtaining Manager Certification.
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. Observed Employee Reporting Form but not filled out and signed by employee. The Chef is making copies and assuring all employees fill out and sign.
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.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in employees restroom.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container of flour.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris on cook line.
Open dumpster lid.
Jan 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed operator wash hands in prep sink. Educated operator to only wash hands in designated handwashing sinks.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed ground beef and pulled pork not date marked in reach-in cooler across from cook line.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bathroom facility in disrepair. Observed a bathroom stall in men's restroom out of order.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Oct 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed a bottle of pain reliever medication above prep table. The bottle of medication was removed from above prep table.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed grilled chicken and sausages not date marked.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. The manager wiped down ice machine during inspection.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. The tongs was removed from oven door handle.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container of flour and rice.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. The mop was hung to dry by manager.
Feb 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 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 hamburgers over raw shrimp in real-in cooler across from cook line. The chef moved raw hamburgers to bottom chef under the raw shrimp.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in dry storage area.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed chicken salad with old date mark. The manager changed date mark and placed back in each-in cooler.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The operator discarded open drink.
Sep 13, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 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. Emailed manager DBPR Form HR 5030-103.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. The manager wiped and cleaned inside of ice bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates in dining area not inverted or protected.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container of flour and bread crumbs. The manager removed scooper from containers.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old label on frozen chicken wings in stand up reach-in freezer dated 8/9/2023. The operator is discarding chicken wings.
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.