DirtyFLRestaurant Inspection Data

MANGIA BENE

Based on 7 health inspections, MANGIA BENE in CAPE CORAL has earned a 2.1/5 food safety rating. Recent inspections show improving food safety practices.

Southeast 17th Place
Cape Coral, Florida, 33990
Lee County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★☆☆☆ (2.1/5)
Based on 7 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

Inspection Date: 8/28/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 13505930

  • 16-23-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended**
  • 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler across from cook line and walk-in cooler gasket torn. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended**
  • 36-17-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended**
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 8/27/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10938167

  • 16-23-4:Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler across from cook line and walk-in cooler gasket torn. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Warning
  • 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Warning
  • 22-41-4:High Priority - 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 re-set the sanitizer line see dishwashing machine re-check. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 35A-05-4:High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach in kitchen in dishwashing area. The owner cleaned and sanitized area live roach was observed. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
  • 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed glass eye cleaner chemicals by steam table. The operator removed eye cleaner and chlorine sanitizer bucket on prep table. The eye cleaner and sanitizer bucket was removed from steam table and prep table. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Warning

Inspection Date: 3/11/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10699173

  • 16-23-4:Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Warning
  • 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Warning
  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn. Warning
  • 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Warning
  • 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Warning
  • 12B-13-4:Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers in stand up reach-in cooler beside cook line. Warning
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over ready to eat pasta ravioli in stand up reach-in freezer. The operator moved the raw beef to bottom shelf in stand up reach-in freezer. Corrected On-Site Warning

Inspection Date: 10/18/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8718285

  • 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Repeat Violation
  • 14-71-4:Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed grey duct tape used on reach-in cooler in prep area.
  • 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone above prep table.
  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket torn.
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container of bread rolls on floor in kitchen.
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw breaded veal (45F - Cold Holding); raw breaded chicken (46F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The cook placed the raw products on ice. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled.
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink in kitchen used to store a container of hot water.
  • 27-16-5:Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed handwashing sink in kitchen shut off due to plumbing issues. The manager stated a work order is in place for service. **Corrective Action Taken**

Inspection Date: 2/6/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8566443

  • 36-34-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-06: **Time Extended**
  • 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler gasket across from cook line torn and walk-in cooler gasket. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-06: **Time Extended**
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-06: **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 12/5/2023

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8454185

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Warning
  • 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Warning
  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler gasket across from cook line torn and walk-in cooler gasket. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit beside cook line. Warning
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign at hand washing sink across steam table. Warning
  • 41-07-4:High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed containers of medications above prep table. The manager moved all medication to a designated medicine cabinet. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled. Warning
  • 53A-05-6: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/ Warning
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at hand washing sink behind front counter. Warning
  • 11-26-1: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. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Warning

Inspection Date: 7/25/2023

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8339976

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
  • 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
  • 40-06-5: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.
  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler gasket torn across from cook line.
  • 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Repeat Violation
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed boxes supplies on floor in walk-in freezer.
  • 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit beside cook line.
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed shelled eggs over red beans in walk-in cooler. The manager placed shelled over raw chicken in walk-in cooler. Corrected On-Site
  • 11-27-4: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. Emailed owner DBPR Form HR 5030-104. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 11-26-1: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. The owner printed out and filled out on some employees during inspection. Corrected On-Site