CASS CAY RESTAURANT & BAR
3200 MATECUMBE KEY RD · PUNTA GORDA · Lee County · FL 33955
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
9 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 1
08A-13-5High Priority – Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table – no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Observed raw beef over cooked ribs at make table with partial barrier in between. Operator removed the cooked ribs from underneath the raw beef. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
Intermediate 3
22-02-4Intermediate – Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed residue buildup on can opener blade at prep table. Operator cleaned and sanitized the blade. **Corrected On-Site**
53A-05-6Intermediate – 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: Scott Mellor.
53B-02-5Intermediate – No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Basic 5
36-34-5Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled vents and ceiling tiles at various locations at kitchen.
13-03-4Basic – Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint at cookline. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5Basic – Equipment in poor repair. **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4Basic – In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed multiple tongs at oven handle. Operator removed the tongs and placed above on shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
36-02-5Basic – Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete by the Walk in Cooler and Ice Machine by the back entrance to the establishment. **Repeat Violation**
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on September 11, 2026 12:10 PM.
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Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.