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AMBER COVE RESTAURANT

885 VANDERBILT BEACH ROAD, Naples FL 34108 · 239-566-2371

Last inspected Jul 21, 2026 · 10 visits since November 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats150
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2103103
Grade history
FEB 24
MAR 25
MAR 25
OCT 25
MAR 26
▲ GETTING WORSE

5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.

Worst finding on record
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler observed mushroom soup (51F - Cold Holding). Operator discarded soup.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
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Inspection history

10 visits, newest first

Jul 21, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 20, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit May 20, 2026 · Employees are almost completely finished taking Safe Staff. Time extended sixty days Time Extended
Mar 16, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In Reach in cooler observed mushroom soup (51F - Cold Holding). Per operator soup has been cold holding since yesterday evening.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler observed mushroom soup (51F - Cold Holding). Operator discarded soup.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ This is a repeat violation from 12-18-25
Intermediate/53A-07-6/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Dec 18, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Intermediate/53A-07-6/Warning/Return visit Oct 17, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Dec 18, 2025 · Per Tim Herman, no one in establishment has a Certified food manager certificate. Admin Complaint
Oct 17, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Intermediate/53A-07-6/Warning/Return visit Oct 17, 2025 · Time Extended
Oct 9, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm); Operator set up Three compartment sink for sanitizing and called service technician
High priority/22-41-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Intermediate/53A-07-6/Warning
Mar 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic and metal containers wet nested in storage area. Operator separated for proper drying.
Basic/24-08-4/Corrective Action Taken
Plumbing system improperly installed or repaired. Observed vacuum breaker at mop sink not properly installed.
Basic/29-07-5
Nov 7, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw tuna over cooked lobster and raw beef over vegetables. Operator moved for proper storage.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed old labels on reusable containers in back storage area. Operator removed labels and cleaned containers properly.
Basic/23-03-4/Corrected On-Site

This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.