EMILIO SANCHEZ ACADEMY
4995 AIRPORT PULLING RD N, Naples FL 34105 · 239-263-1818
Last inspected May 12, 2026 · 9 visits since November 2023
5 inspections within 22 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,580
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2026018558 | Feb 3, 2026 | Mar 31, 2026 | $160 |
| 7--2023017786 | Mar 1, 2023 | Apr 20, 2023 | $1,100 |
| 7--2022032560 | May 17, 2022 | Jul 22, 2022 | $320 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of orange mold-like substance in the interior of the ice bin.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In the walk in cooler observed, cooked chili (59F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (60F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (60F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (61F - Cold Holding); cut melon (58F - Cold Holding); raw shelled eggs (62F - Cold Holding);; cooked rice (57F - Cold Holding); cooked shredded beef (58F - Cold Holding); cooked ground beef (58F - Cold Holding); hot dog meat (58F - Cold Holding); cooked pork ribs (57F - Cold Holding); raw beef (57F - Cold Holding); raw ground beef (58F - Cold Holding); milk (57F - Cold Holding); raw bacon (56F - Cold Holding). Operator stated foods have been held in walk in cooler over night.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In the walk in cooler observed, cooked chili (59F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (60F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (60F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (61F - Cold Holding); cut melon (58F - Cold Holding); raw shelled eggs (62F - Cold Holding);; cooked rice (57F - Cold Holding); cooked shredded beef (58F - Cold Holding); cooked ground beef (58F - Cold Holding); hot dog meat (58F - Cold Holding); cooked pork ribs (57F - Cold Holding); raw beef (57F - Cold Holding); raw ground beef (58F - Cold Holding); milk (57F - Cold Holding); raw bacon (56F - Cold Holding). Operator stated foods have been held in walk in cooler over night.
No soap provided at handwash sink located on the cook line.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of orange mold-like substance in the interior of the ice bin.
Single-service articles (coffee filters) not stored protected from contamination at the coffee station in main kitchen. Operator placed lid on top of coffee filters.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. One employee hired over 60 days with no proof of training, Ana.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. One employee hired over 60 days with no proof of training, Ana.
Handwashing sink located across from the walk in cooler. No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink that is used by food employees.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters in container without a protective lid. Operator placed lid on container to protect coffee filters.
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed apples being offered on a buffet with no protection. Operator washed apples and individually wrapped them.
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
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. Operator and employee read, signed and dated forms.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine has accumulated mold like substance inside.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed operator wearing a wrist watch while preparing food. Operator removed watch.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken in standing water. Operator turned on water.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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No handwash sink for employees. In bar area, observed missing Hand washing sink has been removed. Educated operator about contacting plan review anytime a change of equipment is being planned.
Equipment in poor repair. Walk in cooler in center of kitchen has a door in disrepair.
Plumbing system in disrepair. In dishwasher area, observed several pvc pipes leaking water on the floor.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener is dirty
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. At the central metal interior shielding
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. At bar area under reach in cooler.
Open dumpster lid.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed old tires, scrap metal and scrap lumber near garbage area.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.observed sterno being over flatware near dishwasher area. Operator moved sterno.
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.
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. 6-7-23 Provided Operator with Employee Illness Agreement Hand out. Employees began filing out forms.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed in walk in cooler pans of cooked chicken and cooked fish not date marked after 24 hours.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. At bar area, unsecured tank. Operator secured tank
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.