PERKINS RESTAURANT AND BAKERY 1251
1551 DEL PRADO BLVD S, Cape Coral FL 33990 · 239-772-9000
Last inspected Jul 14, 2026 · 13 visits since September 2023
SEP 25
FEB 26
MAY 26
JUL 26
JUL 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach crawling in the hallway by the employee break room.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024042136 | Jul 23, 2024 | Aug 13, 2024 | $200 |
| 7--2019021145 | Apr 22, 2019 | May 22, 2019 | $400 |
Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Jul 14, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. In the men restroom.
Wash solution in spray type hot water sanitizing dishmachine not reaching proper temperature according to manufacturer's specifications. Observed DM hot temp at 158F. After being ran three times.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Behind the trash can by the coffee station.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed emergency door has a gab underneath.
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Unnecessary items stored in garbage enclosure.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jul 13, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 28 violations recorded, 6 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
6 High priority4 Intermediate18 Basic
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Employee dried hands on clothes/apron/soiled towel after washing. Observed cook rubbing his hands on the apron.
In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Operator remove it.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 1 fly flying around by the kitchen entrance. Observed 2 fly flying arrow by the coffee station. Observed 4 flies flying around underneath dishwasher area. Observed 1 dead fly inside standing ric by the prep area. Observed 1 dead fly on top of shelf by the prep area. Observed 2 dead flies in the employee break room.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach crawling in the hallway by the employee break room.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 4 rodent dropping by the wait station in front of the soda machine. Observed approximately 10 rodent dropping behind the soda rack by the exit door. Observed 2 rodent dropping underneath WIC rack.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter at 65F cold holding. As per manager butter was stored inside ric less than 2 hrs. Operator moved butter back to Wic.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. In the men restroom.
No soap provided at handwash sink. By the dishwasher area. Operator supplied soap.
Wash solution in spray type hot water sanitizing dishmachine not reaching proper temperature according to manufacturer's specifications. Observed DM hot temp at 158F. After being ran three times.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed 1 rodent traps located by the back room and one behind the soda rack by the exit door.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout the kitchen area.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Behind the trash can by the coffee station.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach behind the soda rack by the exit door. Observed approximately 6 dead roaches by the back exit door.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal bag and cell phone on top of prep table.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed emergency door has a gab underneath.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Behind the trash can by the coffee station.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Unnecessary items stored in garbage enclosure.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container with sugar and powder sugar with no labels.
Jul 9, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 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 above raw salmon and raw talipa in reach-in cooler on cook line. The manager moved the raw hamburgers above the raw steaks and cooked pot roast above the raw salmon and raw talipa.
Bathroom facility in disrepair. Observed bathroom stall in women's restroom sign on door stating Out of Order.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 2 dead roaches in water system storage area near ice machine. The manager discarded, cleaned and sanitized area were dead roaches were located.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Interior and Exterior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed mold like substance on wall in dining area that is closed off to guest due to AC not working in that area. The manager stated a work order has been submitted for AC unit in that area of dining.
May 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Observed dishwashing machine dishtemp read 158.9. The GM stated he was calling technician to come out and service dishwashing machine.
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed cracked eggs in egg container. The operator discarded cracked eggs during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair on cook line.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris in kitchen.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filter unprotected above coffee machine.
Apr 16, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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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 reach-in cooler gaskets torn.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Feb 11, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed cracked eggs in egg carton in walk-in cooler. The GM discarded cracked eggs.
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 lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Bathroom facility in disrepair. Observed a Oder in men's restroom.
Bathroom facility not located on the same floor as the food establishment.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler gaskets torn.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. The GM discarded open drink in stand up reach-in freezer.
Sep 11, 2025Inspection 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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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw hamburger over ready to eat ham and turkey in walk-in cooler. The manager moved the ham and turkey on other shelf in walk-in cooler.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. The GM is currently in the process of obtaining his Certified Manager Certificate.
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.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container of sugar.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Mar 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. The manager placed paper towels in paper towel dispenser.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed meatloaf and green beans not date marked.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
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 across from cook line. The cook removed cell phone from prep table.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed several gaskets torn on cook line.
Exterior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris on cook line.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Oct 23, 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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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed a package of Tylenol Medication above prep table. The Tylenol was removed from above prep table.
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 across from cook line. The cook removed cell phone from prep table.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination above prep table. The manager inverted plastic plates above prep table.
Jun 13, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 2 to 3 small flying insects in kitchen. The manager stated the exterminator is scheduled for a service visit 6/12/2024.
Microwave fan guard cover/splatter shield is damaged in kitchen.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair.
Jun 11, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 2 to 3 small flying insects in kitchen. The manager stated the exterminator is scheduled for a service visit 6/12/2024.
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed 3 cracked eggs in egg container in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The operator discarded cracked eggs from container.
Microwave fan guard cover/splatter shield is damaged in kitchen.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
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 across from cook line.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust reach-in coolers across from cook line.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers in stand up reach-in cooler.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters unprotected above coffee machine.
Jan 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate2 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 chicken over raw steaks in reach-in cooler on cook line. The manager moved raw chicken to bottom shelf in reach-in cooler.
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed 2 cracked eggs in egg carton. The operator discarded cracked eggs.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
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 GM DBPR Form HR 5030-103. The GM verified receipt and is assuring all personnel read, sign and maintain in files.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed manager Time As Public Health Paperwork for shelled eggs on cook line.
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.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Light shield soiled in kitchen area.
Sep 14, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate6 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 beef over raw chicken in walk-in cooler. The manager moved raw chicken to bottom shelf in walk-in cooler under raw beef.
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed 3 cracked eggs in egg carton. The cook discarded cracked eggs.
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 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 manager printed out and is assuring all personnel read, sign and maintain in files.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed manager Time As Public Health Control Form for Shelled Eggs across from cook line.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice bin door soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed personal food in stand up reach-in cooler in prep area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handles touching product in flour and sugar.
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