EAT UP
885 VANDERBILT BEACH RD, Naples FL 34108 · 239-877-5470
Last inspected Mar 13, 2026 · 11 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections within 30 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Observed gray water back up from floor drain at edge of cook line. Area able to be blocked off so water can not spread and plumber was call for emergency service.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
5 cases · $1,960
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025086338 | Oct 22, 2025 | Mar 25, 2026 | $160 |
| 7--2023036480 | Jun 26, 2023 | Jul 31, 2023 | $800 |
| 7--2021043718 | Sep 16, 2021 | Oct 13, 2021 | $400 |
| 7--2017029458 | May 15, 2017 | Jul 6, 2017 | $400 |
| 7--2016025952 | May 8, 2016 | Jun 20, 2016 | $200 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Mar 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 5505 TAMIAMI TRAIL N, Naples — this licence has since moved.
2 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On cooks line, observed clam sauce (50F - Cold Holding); cream sauce (50F - Cold Holding); meat sauce (50F - Cold Holding) on ice. Per operator, products have been cold holding for two hours. Operator added more ice to ice bath.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. At outside bar, observed chemical spray being stored with clean glasses. Operator moved chemical to proper storage.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener has accumulated debris. Operator moved can opener to dishwasher area to be cleaned and sanitized.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. At outside bar, observed Hand washing sink being used as a dump sink. At dishwasher Hand washing sink observed knife being stored inside. Operator removed knife.
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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. Emailed form to operator. Operator printed handout and handed them to the staff to read sign and date during inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Near pizza station observed unlabeled chemical spray bottle.
Oct 22, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
Recorded at 5505 TAMIAMI TRAIL N, Naples — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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.
Aug 21, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 1 high priority.
Recorded at 5505 TAMIAMI TRAIL N, Naples — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Air gap between water supply inlet and flood rim of equipment/sink is less than one inch. Dipper well at pizza station has no air gap.
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.
May 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 31, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Recorded at 5505 TAMIAMI TRAIL N, Naples — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 21, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
Recorded at 5505 TAMIAMI TRAIL N, Naples — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 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 employee at bar not washing hands after picking up dropped lime. Educated employee. Employee discarded lime and washed hands before working again with food.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink next to three compartment sink blocked by ladder. Operator removed ladder.
Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Observed 152 on plate surface, less than 160F on plate surface. Operator called technician.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Water leaking from pipe underneath hand wash sink at cook line.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed quaternary ammonium concentration at 100 ppm. Operator changed sanitizer.
Oct 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 5505 TAMIAMI TRAIL N, Naples — this licence has since moved.
2 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Three compartment sink sanitizer basin registered at 0ppm when tested. Operator replaced chemical concentrate and flushed existing sanitizer. Refilled sanitizing solution registered at 200ppm.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Operator advised need to attach vacuum breaker.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. In bar area, hand washing sink used to store product for bar and inaccessible. Operator cleared and cleaned basin of sink.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Operator states new menu mistakenly did not include consumer advisory. Discussed with operator to print placard at time of inspection and to take steps to correct menus with proper denotation. Operator placed placard in conspicuous area.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. X4 spray bottles not bearing name of substance. Operator placed proper name on bottles.
Ceiling tile missing. Found in area outside of kitchen in dining room, directly above table used by patron. Advised operator need for repair.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee eating in food prep area. Operator notified.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Found in walk in freezer. Operator states a work order has been placed.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In pizza prep station, utensils found in dipper well with no circulating/running water. Operator advised to clean and sanitize all utensils held in well and clean and sanitize basin. Operator complied and acknowledged need to keep water circulating/running.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler at end of cook line. Operator advised.
Feb 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 5505 TAMIAMI TRAIL N, Naples — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Observed gray water back up from floor drain at edge of cook line. Area able to be blocked off so water can not spread and plumber was call for emergency service.
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/. Observed no certified food manager present with five cooks and five servers/bartenders working.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink in bar area. Operator provided soap.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up in walk in freezer.
Plumbing system improperly installed or repaired. Observed vacuum breaker at mops sink improperly installed. Instructed operator on proper installation.
Oct 11, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 28, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 5505 TAMIAMI TRAIL N, Naples — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw salmon (54F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (60F - Cold Holding) in cook line drawer. Operator voluntarily discarded.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink in men's handicap stall. Operator provided soap.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed deli cup with no handle in sugar. Operator removed cup.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting of plastic containers near dish area. Operator separated for proper drying.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle of scoop touching cut olives, chopped herbs, pasta and ice. Operator moved for cleaning and proper storage.
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