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BRICK COFFEE AND BAR

531 5 AVE S, Naples FL 34102 · 609-933-5455

Last inspected Jul 9, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats34
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2103170
Grade history
DEC 24
APR 25
AUG 25
APR 26
JUL 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 13 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tiramisu (50F - Cold Holding); tres leche cake (50F - Cold Holding) in display cooler unit. Operator now using items in display case as display only and pulled more to functioning cooler to use for service.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
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Inspection history

9 visits, newest first

Jul 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
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. Observed dishwasher first testing at 0ppm, discovered sanitizer needed to be replaced. Operator replaced sanitizer and now testing at 100ppm.
High priority/22-41-4/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tiramisu (50F - Cold Holding); tres leche cake (50F - Cold Holding) in display cooler unit. Operator now using items in display case as display only and pulled more to functioning cooler to use for service.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in reach in chest freezer.
Basic/14-69-4
Apr 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw smoked salmon directly over ready to eat romaine lettuce in reach in cooler. Observed operator correct violations in order to meet inspection standards.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle per operator containing degreaser not labeled at three compartment sink.
Intermediate/41-17-4
Aug 26, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 15, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority0 Intermediate1 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. Observed dishwasher testing at 0ppm. Operator set up manual sanitizer in three comp sink and called tech.
High priority/22-41-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tong hanging on handles of service table. Operator moved for proper storage. Repeat 4/18/2025.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Apr 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing wash sink next to the ice machine. c
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at handwashing sink next to the ice machine.operator placed soap at sink.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on handle on the rear of the display case.
Basic/10-20-4/Repeat Violation
Dec 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed cut bread stored in to go bag.
High priority/14-31-5
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw smoked salmon over cream, mayonnaise and unwashed vegetables.
High priority/08A-05-6
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap, paper towel or sign at hand wash sink in back by ice machine.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
In-use tongs stored on equipment handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on handles on back of refrigerator display case. Operator moved for cleaning and proper storage.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
Jul 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. In office area, Hand washing sink is blocked by cases of water and beer
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 12, 2024 · Time Extended
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Kitchen ceiling has acoustic tiles
Basic/36-37-5/Warning/Return visit Jul 12, 2024 · Time Extended
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Two shields missing in kitchen office area
Basic/38-01-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 12, 2024 · Time Extended
May 7, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.

0 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Emil Atanassov 8-7-2011 Serv Safe
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. In office area, Hand washing sink is blocked by cases of water and beer
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Warning
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. Provided Operator agreement forms.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. 1-31-2021 safe staff
Intermediate/53B-05-5/Warning
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. At triple sink area, Operator removed spray bottle to label it.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Kitchen ceiling has acoustic tiles
Basic/36-37-5/Warning
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Two shields missing in kitchen office area
Basic/38-01-4/Warning
Sep 13, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled near the three compartment sink.
Intermediate/41-17-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust on the reach in cooler gaskets near the display unit.
Basic/23-03-4

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