YUCATAN WATERFRONT
4875 PINE ISLAND RD NW, Matlacha FL 33993 · 239-283-0113
Last inspected Jul 30, 2026 · 13 visits since April 2024
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 20 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 3 small flying insects in kitchen area near 3 compartment sink. Time extended until next unannounced inspection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025041798 | Apr 30, 2025 | Jun 25, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Jul 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw alligator and raw shrimp in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The manager moved the raw chicken under both the raw alligator and raw shrimp.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors both bathroom doors.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
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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 in prep area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler under cook line gasket tore.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris above steam table. The microwave was cleaned during inspection.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in bar.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler in prep area.
May 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw oysters over ready to eat asparagus and frozen mussels in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The manager moved the raw oysters on bottom shelf under the frozen mussels and asparagus.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw cod (47F - Cold Holding); raw grouper (45F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The manager is placing all raw products on ice.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach-in cooler across from cook line ambient temperature 46F.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler under cook line gasket torn.
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of lemons on floor in walk-in cooler.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris above steam table.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in bar.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed a can on Red Bull in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The manager discarded the Red Bull drink.
Mar 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink in bar area being used as a dump sink. The manager educated personnel in bar area to only use handwashing sink for handwashing only.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
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 personal drinks in reach-in cooler in the prep station.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in freezer gasket torn.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container of panko.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Feb 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate7 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 grouper in walk-in cooler. The manager is re-arranging raw products in walk-in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken wings (52F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler across from deep frier. The manager discarded chicken wings.
Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Observed handwashing sink on cook line not operational with hot water.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in families restroom.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom in families restroom.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. The cook placed on hair net during inspection.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. The operator removed ice scooper from ice bin.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. The wiping cloth was removed from under cutting board.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris above prep table in prep area.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. The manager discarded open drink from reach-in cooler in prep area.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Oct 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over ready to eat chicken in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The chef moved the raw chicken to another reach-in cooler on cook line.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink in soda machine area used as dump sink for ice.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed both men's and women's restroom door not tight fitting.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl used as dispense of Cole slaw in walk-in cooler.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Open dumpster lid.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed open drink in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The operator discarded open drink.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler across from cook line.
Jun 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate13 Basic
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Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed operator on cook line touching pants and shirt while preparing food on cook line. Observed the operator washed hands with soap and hot water after we discussed the touching of cloths while on cook line.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 3 small flying insects in kitchen area near 3 compartment sink. Time extended until next unannounced inspection.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw tuna and raw scallops over ready to eat shrimp in walk-in cooler. The owner moved the ready to eat shrimp to another shelf in walk-in cooler.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Observed oyster tags not in chronological order.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed oyster tags was not date marked with last date served.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in kitchen area.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed grey duct tape used on handwashing sink in bar.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed cook drinking on cook line while preparing food. Educated cook on not to eat or drink on cook line while preparing food.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed personal food in reach-in cooler in prep area. The operator removed the bowl of shrimp and corn on cob from reach-in cooler.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in bar. The operator removed ice scoop from ice bin.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. The knives were removed from in between equipment.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris above steam table.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed drink of gatorade in reach-in freezer on cook line. The operator removed bottle of Gatorade from reach-in freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw calamari and raw chicken thawing in 3 compartment sink. Educated operator on proper quick thawing with running cold water on raw products.
Water draining onto floor surface in walk-cooler.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed working container of rice and black beans unlabeled on storage rack in storage area.
May 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 30, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding); raw calimara (49F - Cold Holding); raw grouper (49F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (50F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The owner placed all raw products on ice.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach-in cooler across from cook line ambient temperature 49F
Feb 27, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding); raw calimara (49F - Cold Holding); raw grouper (49F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (50F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The owner placed all raw products on ice.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled in bar.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed glasses stored in bar not cleaned.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach-in cooler across from cook line ambient temperature 49F
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 preparation reach-in cooler.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in bar.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container flour.
Sep 9, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 9, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate4 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. The manager changed out sanitizer bucket.
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed dishwasher go from dishwasher area to handing clean plates and serving tortilla chips. The manager had dishwasher change gloves and wash hands during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw grouper (48F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler under cook line. The manager moved the raw grouper to another reach-in cooler on cook line.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed operator wash hands in prep sink beside handwashing sink. Educated operator to wash hands in designated handwashing sinks.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed dishes and utensils in handwashing sink beside 3 compartment sink. The manager removed dishes and utensils from handwashing sink.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of shrimp on floor in walk-in freezer.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. The ice scooper was removed from ice bin.
May 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp over ready to eat mixed vegetables in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The chef moved the raw shrimp to bottom shelf in reach-in cooler.
'Consumer advisory for raw or undercooked oysters not posted/provided in a conspicuous location. Observed oyster consumer Advisory posted on wall beside mens restroom. The Chef placed Oyster Advisory on front counter as you walk-in establishment.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in bar.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers in walk-in cooler.
Apr 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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.
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.