PARADISE PIZZA
842 LAFAYETTE ST, Cape Coral FL 33904 · 239-945-1555
Last inspected Aug 14, 2026 · 11 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections within 26 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chopped ham 48F cold hold less than 4 hours. Operator double panned with ice.
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Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Aug 14, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 6, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 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 and primed sanitizer.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Educated operator on importance of labeling. Operator labeled bottle.
Jan 7, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 29, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
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/
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Operator labeled bottles.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Educated operator on proper storage of knives. Operator removed knife.
Jul 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate8 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 primed sanitizer. Rechecked concentration at 50 ppm.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Fresh garlic in oil 85F cold hold less than 4 hours. Operator placed garlic in oil in reach in cooler.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine concentration at 200 ppm.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook. Educated operator on importance of wearing hair restraint.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris/grease in corner underneath three compartment sink.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator removed ice scoop.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Educated operator on proper storage of knives.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
Stored food not covered. Observed chopped ham, sliced tomatoes, and prepped items not covered in walk in cooler.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
Jan 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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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.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Restroom.
Nov 6, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 6, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chopped ham 48F cold hold less than 4 hours. Operator double panned with ice.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Observed mop sink behind establishment was removed.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
Apr 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed bucket of raw chicken stored on floor in walk in cooler.
Hole in or other damage to wall in dry storage.
Oct 27, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink used to fill containers. Educated operator on hand wash sink only.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked eggplant, meatballs, and lasagna not date marked in reach in cooler at cook line and walk in cooler.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Educated operator on importance of labeling. Operator labeled bottles.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense spice. Operator removed cups.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with accumulated dust on fan guard in walk in cooler.
Jul 26, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate1 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 0 ppm. Operator changed sanitizer. Rechecked concentration at 100ppm.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced tomatoes 48F cold hold, chopped ham 53F cold hold less than 4 hours. Operator double panned time/temperature control for safety foods with ice.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed front service hand wash sink used as a dump sink. Educated operator on hand wash sink only.
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Operator labeled bottle.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Sliding door reach in cooling at 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.