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RC OTTER'S CAPTIVA LLC

11506 ANDY ROSSE LANE, Captiva FL 33924 · 2393951142

Last inspected Dec 5, 2025 · 7 visits since September 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats75
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA4603983
Grade history
APR 24
AUG 24
JAN 25
JUL 25
DEC 25
▼ IMPROVING

5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.

Worst finding on record
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored over raw fish in reach in cooler. Operator moved food to proper storage
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

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Disciplinary actions

5 cases · $1,320

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
7--2025058546Jul 23, 2025Sep 17, 2025$400
7--2025008336Jan 14, 2025Feb 27, 2025$200
7--2022018199Mar 9, 2022May 12, 2022$400
7--2021053213Oct 25, 2021Jan 4, 2022$200
7--2018028591Apr 20, 2018Jul 26, 2018$120

Inspection history

7 visits, newest first

Dec 5, 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
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand sink in cooks line.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Large CO2 tank unsecured behind front bar.
Basic/51-11-4
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Shelf next to dish table.
Basic/14-05-4
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs on oven door handle. Operator removed.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
Jul 23, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish stored directly over container of cooked ready to eat sausages in reach in cooler on cooks line. Operatpr moved foods to proper storage. This is a repeat violation from previous inspection dated 01-14-2025
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Eight (8) portions of Mahi Mahi fully thawed in vacuum packages with a label stating to remove from package prior to thawing under refrigeration
High priority/01B-13-4
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand sink next to dish machine used as dump sink.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
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/ Four cooks and two servers working with food and no certified food manager is present.
Intermediate/53A-05-6
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Two unlabeled spray bottles at dish machine. Operator labeled during inspection.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Card board line food contact shelf inside reach in cooler
Basic/14-05-4
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Eight (8) portions of Mahi Mahi fully thawed in vacuum packages with a label stating to remove from package prior to thawing under refrigeration
Basic/06-09-1
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At hand sink next to dish machine
Basic/31B-04-4
Jan 14, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish stored over ready to eat coleslaw in reach in cooler. Operator moved food to proper storage. This is a repeat violation from previous inspection dated 08-14-2024
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw ground beef stored directly over raw fish in reach in cooler. Operator moved foods to proper storage.. This is a repeat violation from previous inspection dated 08-14-2024
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At sink near dish machine.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle on floor at dish machine
Intermediate/41-17-4
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Ramekin used as scoop in marinara in steam table. Operator removed.
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Behind bar. This is a repeat violation from previous inspection dated 08-14-2024
Basic/51-11-4/Repeat Violation
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Ice scoop stored on top of outdoor ice machine. This is a repeat violation from previous inspection dated 08-14-2024
Basic/10-02-4/Corrected On-Site
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At hand sink near dish machine.
Basic/31B-04-4
Aug 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shelled eggs stored over unwashed potatoes and zucchini in walk in cooler. Operator moved food to proper storage.
High priority/08A-04-5/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish and raw chicken stored over ready to eat chicken strips in reach in cooler Operator moved food to proper storage
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored over raw fish in reach in cooler. Operator moved food to proper storage
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Some tags not dated with last date served
Intermediate/01C-03-4
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Prepared shrimp, per operator made more than 24 hours prior, not date marked.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Ramekins used as scoops for salad dressing in make table. Operator removed
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Two unsecured CO2 cylinders outside next to sada rack.
Basic/51-11-4
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. No cover for receptacle in women's public restroom
Basic/32-12-5
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Ice scoop stored on top of ice machine outside back door. Operator washed ice scoop.
Basic/10-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Partial bottle of Gatorade in reach in cooler. Operator removed
Basic/12B-13-4/Corrected On-Site
Apr 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken, fish and shrimp stored on shelf of reach in cooler above ready to eat mashed potatoes. Operator moved all food to proper storage.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored directly above raw fish inside reach in cooler. Operator moved food to proper storage
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Inside reach in cooler on cooks line was six (6) pounds of thawed ahi tune still under reduced oxygen packaging that were clearly labeled to remove from package prior to thawing.
High priority/01B-13-4
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Intermediate/01C-03-4
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand sink next to dish machine used as dump sink.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Inside reach in cooler on cooks line was six (6) pounds of thawed ahi tune still under reduced oxygen packaging that were clearly labeled to remove from package prior to thawing.
Basic/06-09-1
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. One employee on cooks line preparing food without a hair restraint.
Basic/13-03-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash signage at hand sink next to dish machine.
Basic/31B-04-4
Dec 18, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.

0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
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. Operator unable to provide and completed training certificates for any employees
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Return visit Dec 18, 2023 · Operator had no proof completed training Admin Complaint
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. Provided operator with DBPR Form HR 5030-103
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken/Return visit Dec 18, 2023 · Operator could not locate forms Time Extended
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottles behind front bar and hanging by front door.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Return visit Dec 18, 2023 · Spray bottle without lane on back prep table shelf. Time Extended
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee purse and sweatshirt stored on shelf with food. Operator moved personal items.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site/Return visit Dec 18, 2023 · Cell phone stored with food at cooks line. Time Extended
Sep 29, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Ground beef, chicken and fish stored over ready to eat sliced oranges. Operator moved food to proper storage.
High priority/08A-05-6
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Only one tag and last date served written on it out of the four tags provided.
Intermediate/01C-03-4
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. Operator unable to provide and completed training certificates for any employees
Intermediate/53B-01-5
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. Provided operator with DBPR Form HR 5030-103
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken
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. Raw oysters served and no consumer advisory posted or on menu. Provided operator with DBPR Form HR 5025-131 and it was posted during inspection.
Intermediate/02A-01-4/Corrected On-Site
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottles behind front bar and hanging by front door.
Intermediate/41-17-4
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee purse and sweatshirt stored on shelf with food. Operator moved personal items.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 00ppm). Operator discarded.
Basic/21-07-4/Corrected On-Site

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.