CARRABBA'S ITALIAN GRILL
27220 BAY LANDING DR, Bonita Springs FL 34135 · 239.949.0981
Last inspected May 11, 2026 · 14 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 4 small flies in the bar area, specifically around the beer taps, 4 small flies in the server station area and 3 small flies in the dish area near the hand wash sink and 5 in dry storage and one by the back door.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
8 cases · $7,460
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024022828 | Mar 5, 2024 | May 29, 2024 | $800 |
| 7--2023003591 | Jan 18, 2023 | May 3, 2023 | $1,500 |
| 7--2022015758 | Mar 3, 2022 | Jun 2, 2022 | $400 |
| 7--2021048765 | Sep 21, 2021 | Nov 12, 2021 | $200 |
| 7--2016043900 | Aug 22, 2016 | Jan 9, 2017 | $3,000 |
| 7--2016009793 | Feb 18, 2016 | Mar 28, 2016 | $800 |
| 7--2015038485 | Aug 26, 2015 | Oct 2, 2015 | $400 |
| 7--2015026075 | Jun 3, 2015 | Jul 14, 2015 | $360 |
Inspection history
14 visits, newest first
May 11, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Jesus M, Alfredo R, Kyle K expired 4/30/2020
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance throughout back of house.
Water draining onto floor surface on cook line.
May 8, 2026Warning 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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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed meat sauce (49F - Cold Holding); marinara (49F - Cold Holding); lobster bisque sauce (50F - Cold Holding); mac n cheese (51F - Cold Holding); cut tomato (52F - Cold Holding); tomato sauce (49F - Cold Holding); Alfredo sauce (49F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (52F - Cold Holding); cooked mushrooms (51F - Cold Holding); Pomadora sauce (49F - Cold Holding); lemon butter sauce (49F - Cold Holding); liquid gold sauce (49F - Cold Holding); roasted garlic sauce (49F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed meat sauce (49F - Cold Holding); marinara (49F - Cold Holding); lobster bisque sauce (50F - Cold Holding); mac n cheese (51F - Cold Holding); cut tomato (52F - Cold Holding); tomato sauce (49F - Cold Holding); Alfredo sauce (49F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (52F - Cold Holding); cooked mushrooms (51F - Cold Holding); Pomadora sauce (49F - Cold Holding); lemon butter sauce (49F - Cold Holding); liquid gold sauce (49F - Cold Holding); roasted garlic sauce (49F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Jesus M, Alfredo R, Kyle K expired 4/30/2020
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in back kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance throughout back of house.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle submerged in flour and breadcrumbs. Operator removed.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up in dish area.
Water draining onto floor surface on cook line.
Nov 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 3 #10 cans of Dark Kidney Beans with severely dented rims on dry storage shelf in back kitchen.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Employee Kyle K expired 4-30-2020 and Mackenzie S expired 4-29-2020.
Ceiling tile missing in back prep area above triple sink.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Silverware stored upright in silverware rack on back prep area.
Feb 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Packages of raw, whole-muscle cut of veal were stored commingled with packages of raw ground beef on a cart in the walk-in cooler. Operator separated proteins and moved to proper storage hierarchy.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoops for the large ice machine were stored on top of the machine. Operator moved them to storage in clean,sanitized pans.
Inaccurate/damaged temperature and/or pressure gauge(s) on dishmachine. Digital gauge on the large dish machine indicated a final rinse temperature of 88F. Final rinse temperature on a calibrated memory thermometer measured 167F.
Oct 22, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 21, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority3 Intermediate2 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 in the dishwashing area. Observed one live small flying insect at the mop sink.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 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. 7 bags of Alfredo Sauce labeled as prepared on 10/2/24 unopened and 2 bags of Marinara labeled as prepared on 10/16/24. See stop sale.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Walk-in cooler: lemon butter (48F - Cold Holding); prepared lasagna (46F - Cold Holding); cooked spaghetti (48F Cold Holding); ricotta cheese (44F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (45F - Cold Holding); raw veal (44F Cold Holding); raw chicken (44F - Cold Holding); cooked linguine (48F - Cold Holding); stuffed mushrooms (45F - Cold Holding); panchetta (45F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Food held in walk-in cooler and prepared prior to today observed at improper temperature. See stop sale. lemon butter (48F - Cold Holding); prepared lasagna (46F - Cold Holding); cooked spaghetti (48F Cold Holding); ricotta cheese (44F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (45F - Cold Holding); raw veal (44F Cold Holding); raw chicken (44F - Cold Holding); cooked linguine (48F - Cold Holding); stuffed mushrooms (45F - Cold Holding); panchetta (45F - Cold Holding)
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Feeder chute on the Robot Coupe observed to have encrusted food debris.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink: no paper towels at handwashing sink in the dish room and no paper towels at the handwashing sink on the cook line. Operator replaced supply.
Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent: detergent dispenser was empty. Operator replaced/refilled.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up at the rolling station. Operator moved silverware to proper position for food safety.
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. 7 bags of Alfredo Sauce labeled as prepared on 10/2/24 unopened and 2 bags of Marinara labeled as prepared on 10/16/24. See stop sale.
Jul 8, 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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Equipment in poor repair. Large and small mixers have peeling paint and are severely rusted.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up.
Jun 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed one unlabeled spray bottle behind the bar. Operator removed bottle to be labeled
Equipment in poor repair. Floor mixer has rust buildup and chipped paint
Mar 6, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water in multiple areas throughout the back and middle of the house.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Missing floor tiles and grout in multiple areas of the middle and back of the house.
Mar 5, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 4 small flies in the bar area, specifically around the beer taps, 4 small flies in the server station area and 3 small flies in the dish area near the hand wash sink and 5 in dry storage and one by the back door.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water in multiple areas throughout the back and middle of the house.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Missing floor tiles and grout in multiple areas of the middle and back of the house.
Mar 1, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 4 small flies in the bar area, specifically around the beer taps, 4 small flies in the server station area and 3 small flies in the dish area near the hand wash sink and 5 in dry storage and one by the back door.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Conducting cook/chill on soups and sauces and holding more than 48 hours with no HACCP plan. Discussed with Operator the need to open cook/chill bags within 48 hours or submit a proposed HACCP plan for approval.
Rinse solution in spray type hot water sanitizing dishmachine not reaching proper temperature according to manufacturer's specifications. Gauge for rinse cycle indicated 74F. Discussed specifications with Operator and recommended calling for service.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water in multiple areas throughout the back and middle of the house.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Missing floor tiles and grout in multiple areas of the middle and back of the house.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Heavy black buildup on exterior of cold tables on the cook line. Old labels observed on plastic pans stored as clean in the dish area.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken being thawed in a slotted pan under running water and not submerged.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls soiled with encrusted food debris in multiple areas throughout the middle and back of the house.
Oct 30, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate13 Basic
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Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Employee at the server staton cut bread with their bare hands and packaged for pick-up.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Cook placed raw chicken breasts on the grill with his gloved hand and then immediately touched multiple surfaces on the cook line, such as grill knobs and pan handles. Operator stopped the cook activity and directed him to wash hands and change gloves. Discussed with operator alternatives for handling the raw chicken, such as tongs.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. One sink at the bar observed with no paper towels or soap or sign and Operator stated it is a dump sink. Approved plans show this to b a hand washing sink.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish (Salmon) bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
Employee eating while preparing food. Employee who was preparing chicken breasts in the back area observed to be eating and preparing food at the same time.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Personal cloth bag observed stored above a prep table.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employe preparing raw chicken observed wearing a watch and a bracelet. Operator directed her to remove the items and wash hands and re-glove.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles and base in multiple areas broken and missing and missing grout, allowing water to pool. Large area of the wall at the bar, greater than 12" x 12" was repaired/filled-in with duct tape.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice at the bar.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Dumpster rusted out on bottom
Non-stick coating peeling/chipping off of two pans stored as clean in the dish area. Large mixer is heavily rusted with flaking and peeling paint. Cutting board on the cook line has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soda dispenser at the server station observed with heavy mold-like buildup around the ice bin, inside the drain tray, on the underside of the dispensing heads and around the water dispenser and ice scoop holder.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Personal beverage was stored on a shelf in the walk-in cooler on the same shelf as food for sale to the public.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Long-handled tea spoons on a shelf near the office stored with the handles down.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Coffee filters were stored in an open container and uncovered at the server station.
Wall at the large dishwashing machine has a heavy black buildup. Fan guards in the walk-in cooler observed to have a heavy dust build-up.
Aug 17, 2023□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operator not complying with the procedures stated in the variance or HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator is not filling out temperature logs as indicated in approved plan.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under cooking equipment in prep kitchen, front line and bar areas. Repeat 3/20/2023.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in bar, front kitchen and back kitchen. Repeat 3:20/2023
Aug 17, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 7 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Operator not complying with the procedures stated in the variance or HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator is not filling out temperature logs as indicated in approved plan.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. In dry storage across from office, 2 on shelves, 3 in coffee bag container, 8 in far back corner. 6 in employee bathroom. 4 on floor of boiler room, also chew marks present, 6 on containers on rack in boiler room. 8 in liquor storage room. 11 on wooden shelving on service side of cook line in dining room, 7 on counter above around computer. Under high chairs in corner dining room, 7 droppings. On and under chairs in front part of side dining room, 16 observed. Under large round table in corner of dining room, 18 observed, also chew marks present.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. In back prep kitchen, can opener blade and slicer soiled with accumulated food debris.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times in back pre kitchen left side, blocked with fan on floor. Operator moved can for sink access. Repeat 3/20/2023.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under cooking equipment in prep kitchen, front line and bar areas. Repeat 3/20/2023.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in bar, front kitchen and back kitchen. Repeat 3:20/2023
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 50ppm) on cook line. Operator replaced bucket
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.