CARRABBA'S ITALIAN GRILL
4320 N TAMIAMI TRL, Naples FL 34103 · 239.643.7727
Last inspected Jul 17, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 6 small flying insects on walls between server station and dishwasher area. Observed 5 small flying insects between restrooms on hallway walls. Observed 4 small flying insects behind bar area. Observed 4 small flying insects on walls near ice machine.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In the left reach in cooler facing the dining room, observed cooked tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding); ricotta cheese (54F - Cold Holding); raw calamari (42F - Cold Holding). Operator stated foods are placed in the reach in cooler around 11:30am. Operator and I concluded the reach in cooler is working properly, the food is filled above the fill line. Operator removed foods from reach in cooler and placed in walk in to cool. At the pasta reach in cooler across from the cook top, observed cooked pasta (51F - Cold Holding). Establishment is filling food above the fill line. Operator reduced the amount of food in containers.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Observed cooked pasta without time marking held at room temperature. Operator stated they switch their food at the cook line after lunch time (4hr service), and food will be discarded after lunch service.
Feb 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate1 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, observed raw chicken skewers placed above raw ground beef packages. Operator rearranged for proper storage.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. grill baste containing butter (91F - Hot Holding). Operator provided time as a public health control plan. Grill baste butter has been out of temperature for less than 3 hours. Operator time marked grill baste butter.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. More than 4 employees working at the beginning of inspection without a certified Food Manager present. Discussed with operator that at least one CFM needs to be present if 4 our more employees are working. Cfm arrived during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink located at the front cook line. Operator provided paper towels.
No soap provided at handwash sink located in the front cook line. Operator provided soap at time of inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. In the prep area observed packages of butter based sauce thawing in standing water. Operator turned on running water for proper thawing procedure.
Jul 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate3 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 Minestrone soup (48F - Cooling), per operator was prepared and placed in the cooler the day prior. It can be easily determined that food did not cool properly to below 41 F within 6 hours
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. On storage rack, two cans of kidney beans with deeply dented rims were observed.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In walk in cooler Minestrone soup (48F - Cooling), per operator was prepared and placed in the cooler the day prior. It can be easily determined that food did not cool properly to below 41 F within 6 hours
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vents next to walk in cooler have a dust and grease build up.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Above char grill. This is a repeat violation from previous inspection dated 03-21-2025
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Partial bottle of Pepsi inside reach in reach in cooler at dessert station. Operator discarded.
Mar 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed an employee handle raw chicken, then handle a clean/dry wiping cloth, then place the wiping cloth on a cutting board on the cook line without changing gloves. The operator educated the employee on proper gloves procedures.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Observed cooked pasta held at time as public health control with no time mark. The operator placed a time mark on the pasta.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at the end of the cook line nearest the bar. The operator provided paper towels for the hand sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed an unlabeled bottle of spray sanbehind the bar. The operator labeled the spray bottle.
Ceiling tiles missing in the storage area.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed a wiping cloth used as a liner for ricotta cheese. The operator removed the wiping cloth.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system above the grill on the cook line.
Ice buildup on the walk-in freezer door jamb.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. The operator properly stored the tongs.
In-use utensil used with moist food stored in running water with insufficient velocity to flush food particles away. Observed utensils stored in standing water with the dipper well water turned off. The operator turned the water on for the dipper well.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at the server station.
Spoons stored upright with the food-contact surface up behind the bar. The operator removed the spoons.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor in the prep area. The operator properly stored the sanitizer bucket.
Jul 30, 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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No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Educated operator about manifold temperature and contact temperature at food contact area.
Equipment in poor repair. Walk in cooler door latch and handle are in disrepair.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Several walls in kitchen area have holes and cracks.
Jul 25, 2024Warning 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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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 6 small flying insects on walls between server station and dishwasher area. Observed 5 small flying insects between restrooms on hallway walls. Observed 4 small flying insects behind bar area. Observed 4 small flying insects on walls near ice machine.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed cook chilled reduce oxygen packed sausage, chicken and minestrone soups dated 7-22-24 Operator discarded products.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Educated operator about manifold temperature and contact temperature at food contact area.
Equipment in poor repair. Walk in cooler door latch and handle are in disrepair.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Several walls in kitchen area have holes and cracks.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. At front line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters and ansul fire suppression system sensors have accumulated grease and debris.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Observed cook chilled reduce oxygen packed sausage, chicken and minestrone soups dated 7-22-24 Operator discarded products.
Feb 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Mens and ladies room doors
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Acoustic tiles in dry storage room
Jan 24, 2024Inspection 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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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. In storage area.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Front door not closing.
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. 8-11-23 Bathroom doors not closing completely
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. At dishwasher area, observed mold like substance between entrance wall and ceiling
Aug 11, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Manual Dicing machine in prep area has accumulated debris, operator took machine to dishwasher area to be cleaned
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. In dry storage room, acoustic ceiling tiles
Hole in or other damage to wall. Assorted holes in kitchen walls, in dishwasher, prep and server areas.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Square griswald pots in dishwasher area have accumulated debris. Operator gave to dishwasher to clean
Self-closing device on bathroom doors not closing completely 4-27-23
Wall soiled with mold like substance. Around walk in cooler door
Water standing onto floor surface. Behind the Bar, large amount of standing water on the floor, near the windows.
Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Outlet plate missing on back prep table At ansul system in back prep area, junction box missing cover plate with exposed wire
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