AJI LIMON PERUVIAN KITCHEN
11985 COLLIER BLVD STE 9, Naples FL 34116 · 239-228-6165
Last inspected Jul 15, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On the expo section, observed cut tomatoes (81F - Cold Holding). Operator unable to determine when food was prepped.
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2 cases · $360
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024026005 | Mar 26, 2024 | May 30, 2024 | $200 |
| 7--2018024597 | Apr 5, 2018 | May 29, 2018 | $160 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 15, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On the expo section, observed cut tomatoes (81F - Cold Holding). Operator unable to determine when food was prepped.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On the expo section, observed cut tomatoes (81F - Cold Holding). Operator unable to determine when food was prepped.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On the cook line, observed cooked egg (87F - Hot Holding). Operator stated egg was cooked at 12:00pm. Discussed time as a public health control with operator.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink on cook line used for dirty dishes. Operator removed dishes.
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Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Operator provided copies of Florida restaurant and lodging food handler certificates, no original document.
Mar 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In walk in cooler; cooked rice (144F - Hot Holding). Per operator cooked rice prepared and stored in walk in cooler overnight. See stop sale.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In walk in cooler; cooked rice (144F - Hot Holding). Per operator cooked rice prepared and stored in walk in cooler overnight. See stop sale.
Ceiling tile missing near dish machine.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone stored on prep table. Operator removed the cell phone.
Employee wearing watch other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee removed the watch.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees near cook line.
Single-service food containers not stored inverted or protected from contamination at prep area. Operator stored inverted.
Sep 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At the beginning of inspection, in the walk in cooler. raw chicken (46F - Cold Holding); raw beef (47F - Cold Holding); cooked calamari (47F - Cold Holding); cooked beans (49F - Cold Holding); raw white fish (47F - Cold Holding). Operator stated their prep days are on Monday, and that employees may be opening and closing walk in cooler door allowing warm air in. Establishment opened 2 hours prior to start of inspection. I advised operator to move all time temperature control foods into a working cooler and place on ice. Operator moved foods into walk in freezer until technician arrives.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Solid pans were placed inside Hand washing sink in the kitchen at time of inspection. Operator removed soiled pans for easy access to handwashing sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. One spray bottle unlabeled at bar area, and two unlabeled spray bottles in the server prep area. Operator labeled bottles.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense rice.
Apr 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand washing sink near dishwasher has bowls inside, Hand washing sink on front line has kitchen knives inside. Operator removed items from Hand washing sinks
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed two unlabeled chemical spray bottles in kitchen. Operator labeled bottles.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl being used in working container of rice.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. At server area, observed glasses wet nesting.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed grab and go style desserts in dining room with no date marking or labeling. This is a repeat violation from 1-13-25
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed single use quart containers being reused.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pans of fish thawing at room temperature. Per operator fish was pulled one hour prior. Educated operator about thawing under refrigeration. Operator put pans of frozen fish in Walk in cooler
Jan 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. In Walk in cooler observed fresh snapper being stored in grocery store t-shirt bags
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed several desserts that are offered " grab and go" with no ingredients,date of production or address and name of establishment. 3-26-24
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters have accumulated dust and debris. 3-26-24
Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. 3-26-24. Near steam table
Mar 26, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler, observed raw fish, raw beef and raw calamari being stored over assorted condiments and sauces. Repeat Violation on 5-2-23 and 11-8-23.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. At front pantry, observed hand washing sink blocked by a case of limes. Operator moved limes 5-2-23
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. At server station, observed one unlabeled spray bottle
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Quart container in rice being used for a scoop.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Storage room has acoustic ceiling tiles
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. At storage room, observed quart containers wet nesting. Operator moved containers to be Re washed. Educated operator about air drying and single use containers
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At front counter, observed rice paddles in standing water. Operator removed utensils.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Hood system has accumulated grease and debris.
Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. Observed two fire extinguishers on a prep table. Per Operator, they are usually hung in designated locations.
Dec 15, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Recorded at 11140 TAMIAMI TRAIL N, Naples — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 8, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In walk in freezer observed raw chicken being stored over sweet potato fries. Operator rearranged products
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Chicken and assorted fish date marked when frozen, but not when being thawed in walk in cooler
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Operator told employee to clean and sanitize areas.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Where chemicals mix with water
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Assorted desserts packaged without labeling in dining room refrigerator. Educated operator on labeling.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At front line, Operator found sign to rehang it
Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only. Opposite bar End Day of restaurant
Oct 26, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Recorded at 11140 TAMIAMI TRAIL N, Naples — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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