European American Bakery Cafe
Last inspected: Oct 27, 2025
43
Score
European American Bakery Cafe has been inspected eight times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 27, 2025. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around seven violations, down from roughly nine violations earlier in the record.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled”, showing up three times.
That's lower than the typical Fort Myers restaurant, which scores around 80. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
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Inspections
3
Critical latest
1
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 27, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Shell egg ambient temperature (51F - Cold Holding) stored in kitchen line, the eggs were stacked above fill line. The operator relocated the eggs to a reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-03-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged salmon bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. The operator discarded the food. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb near mop sink.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwash sink near dish machine had a dump grate in sink. The operator removed the grate. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured near dry storage area.
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in kitchen area.
36-34-5
Basic - 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. Observed 7 salmon fillets that were thawed without first removing from the packaging on the cook line. Educated operator on correct thawing, and operator discarded the salmon fillets. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of individual plastic bottles of water stored on floor in dry storage area. Observed multiple boxes of food stored on freezer floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed operator a copy to hang in kitchen. **Corrective Action Taken**
51-13-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
43
Mar 4, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
55
Nov 21, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon above ready to eat food and access in reach in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-21: Observed raw salmon stored above ready to eat sauces in bottles in reach in cooler. **Admin Complaint**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Operator states documents are locked in office, and that there is no access to office today due to manger being out. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-21: Observed no proof of employee health agreements as available. **Admin Complaint**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed loose tiles by glass door reach in cooler across from dish machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-21: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Oh cases of eggs stored on floor of walk in cooler and multiple cases of food on floor of walk in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-21: Observed case of eggs stored in floor of walk in cooler, and multiple cases of food stored on floor of walk in freezer. **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
70
Sep 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon above ready to eat food and access in reach in cooler. **Warning**
08A-05-6
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. Operator states documents are locked in office, and that there is no access to office today due to manger being out. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Operator states documents are locked in office, and that there is no access to office today due to manger being out. **Warning**
53A-01-7
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. Operator states documents are locked in office, and that there is no access to office today due to manger being out. **Warning**
53B-01-5
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. Operator states documents are locked in office, and that there is no access to office today due to manger being out. **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open bottle of water on cook line above roll top reach in cooler. **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed loose tiles by glass door reach in cooler across from dish machine. **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Oh cases of eggs stored on floor of walk in cooler and multiple cases of food on floor of walk in freezer. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet wiping cloth under cutting board by microwave on cook line. **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in bottom of reach in cooler on cook line. **Warning**
29-49-6
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine as soiled. **Warning**
22-20-5
43
Mar 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
58
Nov 9, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter portions at front counter at 65F cold holding. Operator moved to another cooler for cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
16-62-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed 2 unlabeled spray bottles near ice machine.
41-17-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no running water at hand wash sink near ice machine in back bakery area.
27-16-4
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. Provided Operator with printed copy. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
11-27-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine as soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents in kitchen as soiled with debris, and heavy mold like buildup on pipe on ceiling of walk in cooler.
36-34-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open bottle of water on reach in cooler in kitchen.
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored in a prohibited area. Observed cases of alcohol stored in employee restroom.
08B-37-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored directly on top of ice machine.
10-12-5
43
May 19, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
52
Sep 12, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee pick up egg shell from floor then fail to wash hands and change gloves before retiring to food preparation. **Warning**
12A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink on cook line with pots stored in sink. Operator moved item for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. Observed newly installed dish machine. **Warning**
51-16-7
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed inter of ice machine as soiled. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed accumulation on some ceiling tiles and light covers in kitchen. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on floor of walk in freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle in contact with ice in ice machine. Operator moved item for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-08-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken breasts thawing in standing water. **Warning**
06-01-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was European American Bakery Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at European American Bakery Cafe on file is from Oct 27, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at European American Bakery Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at European American Bakery Cafe.
How does European American Bakery Cafe compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
European American Bakery Cafe most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has European American Bakery Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at European American Bakery Cafe have averaged around seven violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at European American Bakery Cafe means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is European American Bakery Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, European American Bakery Cafe is inspected around three times per year on average.
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