Cactus Flower Cafe
Last inspected: Mar 30, 2026
86
Score
The health department has logged 14 inspections at Cactus Flower Cafe, the earliest from 2022. On Mar 30, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.
When inspectors have written things up, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
Compared to other Pensacola restaurants (averaging 95), there's room to close the gap. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
14
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 30, 2026
Complaint Full
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. Observed 14 flying insects throughout inspection in the following areas: 4 flying around juicer at bar, 8 sitting on wall at bar, and 2 on wall by tea brewer next to bar. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-28: Observed 6 flying insects on wall at bar. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-29: No flying insects observed upon callback. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-30: **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-7
86
Jan 29, 2026
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. Observed 14 flying insects throughout inspection in the following areas: 4 flying around juicer at bar, 8 sitting on wall at bar, and 2 on wall by tea brewer next to bar. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-28: Observed 6 flying insects on wall at bar. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-29: No flying insects observed upon callback. **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. All observed food handler training has expired. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-29: **Time Extended**
53B-05-5
78
Jan 28, 2026
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. Observed 14 flying insects throughout inspection in the following areas: 4 flying around juicer at bar, 8 sitting on wall at bar, and 2 on wall by tea brewer next to bar. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-28: Observed 6 flying insects on wall at bar. **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. All observed food handler training has expired. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-28: **Time Extended**
53B-05-5
78
Jan 27, 2026
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
61
Aug 6, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 18, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 24, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 16, 2024
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Mar 21, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 27, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 10, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ June Ford 6/19/2018 **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-10: Violation still under 60 day window. **Time Extended**
53A-03-7
90
Sep 18, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation.
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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. 06/01/2023 Business license paid in full 06/01/2024.
50-17-3
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Following items held more than 4hrs inside walk in cooler: beef 54f, white rice 55f, black beans 55f, pulled pork 51f, pulled chicken 53f, refried beans 54
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Following items held more than 4hrs inside walk in cooler: beef 54f, white rice 55f, black beans 55f, pulled pork 51f, pulled chicken 53f, refried beans 54f. **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ June Ford 6/19/2018 **Warning**
53A-03-7
58
Mar 7, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
90
Nov 3, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Diced tomatoes 55f more than 4hrs in walk in cooler. Operator voluntarily discarded item.
03A-02-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
51-11-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Tongs on oven door.
10-02-4
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cactus Flower Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cactus Flower Cafe on file is from Mar 30, 2026. The public record contains 14 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cactus Flower Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Cactus Flower Cafe.
How does Cactus Flower Cafe compare to other restaurants in Pensacola?
Cactus Flower Cafe most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Pensacola average of 95.
Has Cactus Flower Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cactus Flower Cafe have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Cactus Flower Cafe means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Cactus Flower Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Cactus Flower Cafe is inspected around four times per year on average.
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