Cape Coral, Lee County

SOUTHERN BILLIARDS AND SPORTS BAR

2138 SANTA BARBARA BLVD, Cape Coral, FL 33991

FoodSeating
Latest violations
1
1 Basic
Jun 11, 2026
City
Cape Coral
County
Lee
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
17

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

Jun 11, 2026

Complaint Partial

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 1Total: 1

36-73-4

Detail 24618981

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed soiled floor at ware washing area. Repeat Violation

May 21, 2026

Complaint Full

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 3Basic: 8Total: 11

22-02-4

Detail 24589362

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed residue buildup on the can opener blade at prep table. Operator cleaned and sanitized the blade. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

31A-11-4

Detail 24589364

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee filling water in container at kitchen handwash sink. Educated the employee of the handwash sink strictly for handwashing.

53A-05-6

Detail 24589356

Intermediate - 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/ Manager: Brianna Kozar.

32-04-4

Detail 24589357

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed men's bathroom door not tight fitting. Repeat Violation

36-08-4

Detail 24589363

Basic - Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed no cove molding at kitchen.

36-73-4

Detail 24589355

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed grease accumulation behind equipment and underneath equipment at kitchen and Walk in Cooler.

36-11-4

Detail 24589361

Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floor not smooth due to a rack of over the entire floor at Walk in Cooler.

08B-38-4

Detail 24589354

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed multiple fry oil on the floor across pizza station and prep table. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

22-08-4

Detail 24589359

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed dry food debris in the interior ceiling of microwave at kitchen above Hot Holding Unit. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

51-13-4

Detail 24589360

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed the choking sign which was printed and posted. Corrected On-Site

25-27-4

Detail 24589358

Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed straws not wrapped at bar counter.

Feb 23, 2026

Complaint Full

Call Back - Complied

Basic: 5Total: 5

32-04-4

Detail 24390893

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed men's restroom door tight fitting. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-23: Time Extended

14-11-5

Detail 24390895

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler across from cook line gasket torn. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-23: Time Extended

36-17-5

Detail 24390891

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-23: Time Extended

36-24-5

Detail 24390892

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall in storage area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-23: Time Extended

36-10-4

Detail 24390894

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed soiled floor behind cooking unit in kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-23: Time Extended

Feb 18, 2026

Complaint Full

Warning Issued

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 2Basic: 7Total: 11

01B-01-4

Detail 24380357

High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 2 dented can of pineapple chunks in storage room. The manager discarded the dented can. Corrected On-Site Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 24380354

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw hamburgers (46F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (45F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The operator moved raw hamburgers and raw chicken into walk-in cooler. Corrective Action Taken Warning

53B-13-5

Detail 24380361

Intermediate - 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. Warning

41-17-4

Detail 24380362

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Warning

32-04-4

Detail 24380352

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed men's restroom door tight fitting. Repeat Violation Warning

14-11-5

Detail 24380359

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler across from cook line gasket torn. Warning

36-17-5

Detail 24380358

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Warning

36-24-5

Detail 24380356

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall in storage area. Warning

22-08-4

Detail 24380360

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Warning

51-18-6

Detail 24380353

Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Warning

36-10-4

Detail 24380355

Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed soiled floor behind cooking unit in kitchen. Warning

Nov 12, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 4Basic: 2Total: 7

01B-14-4

Detail 24186895

High Priority - Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed 2 cracked eggs in egg carton. The operator discarded the cracked eggs. Corrected On-Site

11-27-4

Detail 24186896

Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Printed Out Employee Reporting Form HR 5030-103 for Manager. The operator posted form during inspection. Corrected On-Site

11-26-1

Detail 24186894

Intermediate - 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. Printed Out Employee Reporting Form HR 5030-103 for Manager. The operator filled out form during inspection. Corrected On-Site

02C-02-5

Detail 24186897

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken wings and chicken not date marked in reach-in cooler under cook line. Repeat Violation

41-17-4

Detail 24186893

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. The operator labeled spray bottle during inspection. Corrected On-Site

32-04-4

Detail 24186899

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed men's restroom door not tight fitting.

21-38-4

Detail 24186898

Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed a bucket of sanitizer on floor in kitchen. The operator doubled bucket the wiping cloth sanitizer bucket, Corrected On-Site

Jul 7, 2025

Complaint Full

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 3Basic: 4Total: 7

22-02-4

Detail 23851042

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards soiled in kitchen food preparation area.

53B-13-5

Detail 23851044

Intermediate - 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.

02C-02-5

Detail 23851039

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken wings and chicken not date marked in reach-in cooler under cook line. The cook date marked containers of chicken wings and chicken in reach-in cooler under cook line. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

36-34-5

Detail 23851040

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in women's and men's restroom. Observed light fixture in men's restroom heavily soiled.

36-17-5

Detail 23851038

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in bar area.

12B-13-4

Detail 23851043

Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed open drink in reach-in cooler in kitchen. The cook discarded open drink. Corrected On-Site

29-49-6

Detail 23851041

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler across from cook line.

Mar 4, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 3Basic: 2Total: 6

08A-05-6

Detail 23604592

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw hamburgers over ready to eat chicken wings in reach-in cooler under cook line. The operator moved the raw hamburgers to another reach-in cooler on cook line. Corrected On-Site

31A-09-4

Detail 23604596

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink in bar area used for dishes. The operator removed dishes from handwashing sink. Corrected On-Site

53B-13-5

Detail 23604595

Intermediate - 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.

02C-02-5

Detail 23604597

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed meatloaf and chicken wings not date marked in reach-in cooler.

14-11-5

Detail 23604593

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed stand up reach-in cooler in storage area gasket torn.

22-08-4

Detail 23604594

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed rust like substance inside microwave above steam table. Repeat Violation

Oct 23, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 4Basic: 2Total: 8

08A-20-5

Detail 23305345

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw hamburgers in reach-in cooler. The cook moved the raw chicken to bottom shelf. Corrected On-Site

41-27-4

Detail 23305347

High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. The operator added water to sanitizer bucket to get correct strength. Corrected On-Site

11-27-4

Detail 23305341

Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Printed out Clean Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR Form HR 5030-104 for Manager. The manager posted form during inspection. Corrected On-Site

22-02-4

Detail 23305344

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled.

16-37-1

Detail 23305340

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

53B-10-4

Detail 23305343

Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information.

22-08-4

Detail 23305346

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.

21-38-4

Detail 23305342

Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor under handwashing sink in kitchen.

Feb 19, 2024

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Dec 19, 2023

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 4Basic: 3Total: 8

08A-05-6

Detail 22525114

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw hamburgers over ready to eat chicken wings in reach-in cooler under cook line. The operator moved the raw hamburgers to another reach-in cooler. Corrected On-Site Warning

31A-09-4

Detail 22525117

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed pan in hand washing sink on cook line. The operator removed pan from hand washing sink. Corrected On-Site Warning

53A-01-7

Detail 22525112

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Warning

53B-01-5

Detail 22525116

Intermediate - 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. Warning

11-26-1

Detail 22525113

Intermediate - 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. Corrective Action Taken Warning

40-06-5

Detail 22525115

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone n prep table. The operator removed cell phone from prep table. Corrected On-Site Warning

10-08-5

Detail 22525119

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in bar. The bartender removed ice scoop from ice bin. Corrected On-Site Warning

29-49-6

Detail 22525118

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler in reach-in cooler across from cook line. Warning

Aug 1, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 5Total: 7

41-27-4

Detail 22167922

High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. The operator added water to sanitizer bucket. Corrected On-Site

31A-09-4

Detail 22167923

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing sink with dishes in it. The operator removed dishes from hand washing sink. Corrected On-Site

40-06-5

Detail 22167925

Basic - 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. The operator remove cell phone from prep table. Corrected On-Site

08B-38-4

Detail 22167924

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of oranges and lettuce on floor in walk-in cooler.

10-17-4

Detail 22167927

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment in reach-in cooler. The operator removed knife from between reach-in cooler. Corrected On-Site

33-16-4

Detail 22167928

Basic - Open dumpster lid.

21-38-4

Detail 22167926

Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. The operator doubled bucketed sanitizer bucket. Corrected On-Site

Feb 20, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 3Basic: 3Total: 7

14-31-5

Detail 21794155

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food.

11-27-4

Detail 21794159

Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed manager DBPR Form HR 5030-104. Corrective Action Taken

22-02-4

Detail 21794154

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled.

41-17-4

Detail 21794158

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.

36-17-5

Detail 21794157

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in dishwashing area.

29-49-6

Detail 21794153

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler across from cook line.

21-38-4

Detail 21794156

Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.

Sep 26, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 3Basic: 3Total: 6

16-37-1

Detail 21387002

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

02C-02-5

Detail 21387003

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed mash potatoes and chili in stand up reach-in cooler not date marked.

41-17-4

Detail 21387005

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.

14-11-5

Detail 21387006

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler gasket torn across from cook line. Repeat Violation

10-08-5

Detail 21387007

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in ice machine.

12B-13-4

Detail 21387004

Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers in reach-in cooler. Corrected On-Site

Mar 28, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 4Total: 6

03B-01-6

Detail 20961877

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed mash potatoes (107F - Hot Holding) in steam table. The cook placed mash potatoes in microwave to reheat. Corrective Action Taken

22-02-4

Detail 20961873

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled.

13-03-4

Detail 20961878

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.

14-11-4

Detail 20961874

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed stand up reach-in cooler gaskets torn.

36-24-5

Detail 20961876

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall in dishwashing area.

29-49-6

Detail 20961875

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler in reach-in cooler across from cook line.

Jan 24, 2022

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Nov 23, 2021

Routine - Food

Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate: 2Total: 2

53A-02-7

Detail 20682194

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-11-23: The manager is scheduled for the Certified Manager Test In November 2021. Time Extended

53A-01-7

Detail 20682193

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-11-23: The manager is scheduled for the Certified Manager Test In November 2021. Time Extended

Sep 23, 2021

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 6Basic: 2Total: 9

08A-02-6

Detail 20535364

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in reach-in cooler. Observed raw steaks over ready to eat ribs in stand up reach-in cooler. Corrected On-Site Warning

53A-02-7

Detail 20535370

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Warning

53A-01-7

Detail 20535368

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Warning

31B-02-4

Detail 20535366

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Warning

53B-01-5

Detail 20535369

Intermediate - 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. Warning

02C-02-5

Detail 20535363

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed ribs in stand up reach-in cooler not date marked. Warning

41-17-4

Detail 20535367

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Warning

13-03-4

Detail 20535365

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Warning

12B-13-4

Detail 20535362

Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Warning