RIB CITY
4836 LEONARD ST, Cape Coral FL 33904
Last inspected Apr 15, 2025 · 6 visits since July 2023
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
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APR 25
— STEADY
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 cooked brisket 48F cold hold less than 4 hours. Operator double panned time/temperature control for safety foods with ice.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Apr 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Salad prep reach in cooler.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris around air handler in kitchen, underneath three compartment sink and water heater, and underneath shelving in back dry storage area. Educated operator on importance of routine cleaning.
Observed interior of reach in cooler in corner at end of cook line soiled with accumulated food debris. Walk in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Open dumpster lid. Operator closed dumpster.
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Wall soiled with accumulated grease around electrical outlet at cook line.
Oct 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed one 6lb can of ketchup dented. Operator discarded can.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed container of raw hamburger stored over container of cut lettuce. Educated operator on proper separation of raw animal foods. Operator placed raw hamburger on bottom.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Interior roof of Microwave oven at cook line. Operator cleaned microwave oven.
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.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris underneath shelving in dry storage. Educated operator on routine cleaning.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed box of potatoes stored on floor near walk in cooler. Educated operator on storing food off of floor. Operator corrected.
Wall soiled with accumulated with gray-like substance in dishwasher area.
Sep 4, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 3, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 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 changed sanitizer and called technician. Rechecked concentration at 50 ppm.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed containers of raw hamburger and raw shrimp stored over container of ready to eat sauces. Operator placed sauces and seafood in proper location.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. Observed 5 employees on duty during inspection. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Educated operator on importance of having current license.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cooks.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris underneath shelving in dry storage. Educated operator on routine cleaning.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed box of packaged coleslaw stored in floor in walk in cooler. Operator corrected.
Open dumpster lid. Operator closed lid.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed quaternary ammonium concentration at 100 ppm. Educated operator on proper concentration. Operator filled with proper sanitizer at 300 ppm.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Powdered sugar in dry storage. Operator labeled container.
Oct 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked brisket 48F cold hold less than 4 hours. Operator double panned time/temperature control for safety foods with ice.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Can opener. Educated operator on cleaning can opener daily.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense bacon bits. Observed removed cup.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Educated operator on having current license.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris underneath shelving in dry storage.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed bag of onions stored on floor in walk in cooler.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Educated operator on having filters in place when in operation.
In-use ice scoop stored on top of ice machine between uses. Operator removed ice scoop.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Operator removed employee beverages.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed quaternary ammonium concentration at 100 ppm. Operator redid sanitizer. Rechecked concentration at 300 ppm.
Jul 26, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Can opener. Educated operator on cleaning can opener daily. Operator cleaned can opener.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed hole in ceiling near walk in freezer.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphone stored on food prep table. Operator removed cellphone.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris/grease underneath cooking equipment at cook line and underneath shelving in dry storage.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Cook line. Educated operator on having hood filters in place when operating.
Open dumpster lid. Educated operator on keeping dumpster lid closed. Operator closed dumpster.
Sanitizing solution for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil. Operator changed solution.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Operator corrected.
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.