BISTRO 821
821 S 5 AVE, Naples FL 34102 · (941)261-5821
Last inspected Jun 16, 2026 · 8 visits since November 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 21 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
16 live, small flying insects found at wall by kitchen entrance. 10 live, small flying insects found at dry storage area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025039518 | Apr 22, 2025 | Jun 16, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jun 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at bar.
Accumulation of gray-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated gray-like substance above handwash sink in dishwash area.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed chill sticks stored on shelving in walk in freezer. Operator washed, rinsed, sanitized chill sticks and placed on food grade container.
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No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handwash sink at bar. Educated operator on the importance of having handwash sign.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed mahi mahi thawing at room temperature. Operator placed mahi mahi inside working walk in cooler.
Oct 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach-in cooler at cook line; raw pork stored over cooked carrots. Operator moved raw pork to bottom shelf.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Clean ice bucket not stored inverted near ice machine. Operator stored inverted.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice at bar. Operator moved ice scoop.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at bar. Provided operator handwashing sign.
Apr 23, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Apr 22, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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16 live, small flying insects found at wall by kitchen entrance. 10 live, small flying insects found at dry storage area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease behind cooking equipments at cook line.
Apr 21, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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16 live, small flying insects found at wall by kitchen entrance. 10 live, small flying insects found at dry storage area.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In reach-in cooler at cook line; seared undercooked duck stored over raw fish. Operator removed duck to bottom shelf.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled with food debris.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Single-service food containers not stored inverted or protected from contamination at server station. Operator stored inverted.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease behind cooking equipments at cook line.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar container not labeled at prep area. Operator labeled sugar container.
Dec 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed dish washer work with dirty dishes then touch clean. Operator educated employee and employee rewashed dishes.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over fresh cur French fries. Operator moved for proper storage.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee backpacks stored above food on back storage rack with cans.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed sanitizer stored on floor of cook line. Operator moved for proper storage.
May 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. On a shelf in dry storage there are two 6 pound 10 ounce cans of pumpkin with dented rims.
Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. On a shelf in dry storage there are two 6 pound 10 ounce cans of pumpkin with dented rims. See stop sale.
Equipment in poor repair. There is a torn gasket in the upright cooler by the dishwasher.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.there is a buildup of grease on the hood and hood filters.
Nov 1, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Operator placed the date marking on the pan of cooked potatoes.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles on the reach in coolers on the line.
Equipment in poor repair torn gaskets on the reach in cooler across from the grill top.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit next to the reach in freezer. Operator removed and had items washed and sanitized.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust on the reach in coolers gaskets in the establishment.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Operator placed the drinks on the bottom shelf.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up next to the ware washing station. Operator rewashed and sanitized the silverware.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name of nuts stored in the walk in cooler. Operator placed the name of nuts on the working containers.
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.