BROOKS BAR AND GRILL
5375 HIBISCUS DR, Naples FL 34113 · 239-325-2630
Last inspected Mar 31, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In the walk in cooler ground beef is stored over fish. Operator moved items to proper storage order.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Mar 31, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. There is a buildup of ice in the upright reach in freezer next to the microwave.
- From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. There is a small deep fryer next to the hand washing sink and a flat top griddle at the end of the cook line, neither are under the hood system to catch grease laden vapers or provided with fire suppression.
Mar 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 29, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. An employee filled a pan with water in the hand washing sink at the entrance to the kitchen.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. There are no paper towels in the servers area. Operator provided paper towels.
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. Operator unable to provide proof of employee training.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. There is a mold like substance on the ice chute in the ice machine.
Food stored on floor. There is a bag of carrots stored on the floor in the walk in cooler., there are multiple cases of food stored on the floor in the walk in freezer.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. There is a buildup of ice in the upright reach in freezer next to the microwave.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. There is a buildup of grease on the hood filters.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. There is a package of hotdogs thawing in a pan of water in the prep sink. Operator turned on the cold water.
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. There is a small deep fryer next to the hand washing sink and a flat top griddle at the end of the cook line, neither are under the hood system to catch grease laden vapers or provided with fire suppression.
Aug 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.there are plastic ramekins in containers of salt and sugar. Operator removed the ramekins.
Food stored on floor. There are cases of french fries and ground beef stored on the floor in the walk in freezer. Operator moved items to proper storage.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. There is a ice buildup inside the white upright freezer by the dishwasher.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 0ppm), operator adjusted the chlorine sanitizer 100ppm.
Feb 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In the walk in cooler ground beef is stored over fish. Operator moved items to proper storage order.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. The hand washing sink at the bar is used as a dump sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. There is no soap at the hand washing sink at the entrance to the kitchen. Operator provided soap.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee put on a hat.
Equipment in poor repair. The door gaskets on the make table cooler at the entrance to the cook line are torn.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. There is a buildup of grease on the hood filters.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. There is a basket of clean silverware on a table in the dining room with the food contact surface up. Operator returned the silverware to the dishwasher to be washed and properly stored.
Sep 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the upright cooker at the entrance to the cook line raw shrimp is stored over cooked pasta. Operator moved the raw shrimp to proper storage.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. There are no paper towels at the hand washing sink at the dish pit. Operator supplied paper towels. There are no paper towels at the bar.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at the bar.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. There is a plastic drinking glass inside a container of sugar in the back kitchen. Operator removed the plastic drinking glass.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee put on a hat.
In-use tongs stored on garbage can. Operator moved the tongs to the dish pit.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils are in 107F water on the cook line. Operator increased the heat.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. There is no hand washing sign at the bar.
Feb 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the reach in cooler at the end of the cook line raw shrimp is stored over washed green beans, blanched carrots and spanikopita. Operator moved items to proper storage order.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. There is a spray bottle and wiping towel inside the hand washing sink in the kitchen. Operator removed the spray bottle and wiping towel.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. There are no paper towels at the hand washing sink in the kitchen. Operator provided towels.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. There used to be a mold like substance on the ice chute in the ice machine.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. There are multiple on the oven door handle. Operated removed the tongs.
Oct 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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No soap provided at handwash sink. There is no soap at the hand wash sink in the dish washing area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. There is a buildup of ice inside the white upright freezer next to the walk-in cooler door.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. There are multiple tongs on the oven door handle. Operator moved the tongs to a container of water on the flat top, water temperature 142F.
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