GOLDEN LEAF REST INC
3615 9 ST N, Naples FL 34103 · 239.434.6336
Last inspected Jul 20, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. One live roach observed on prep table of kitchen underneath rice warmer. Operator killed roach and cleaned and sanitized area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025058428 | Jul 21, 2025 | Oct 23, 2025 | $200 |
| 7--2023036548 | May 16, 2023 | Jul 24, 2023 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
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 raw bean sprouts and raw shelled eggs without a time marking. Food has been out of cold holding since opening, 11am. Operator time marked food.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed located at the server prep station. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine over 200ppm); operator added more water end result. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm)
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. Observed 5 food handlers upon arrival without a CFM. CFM arrived at time of inspection.
Sep 26, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. 4 trays of cooked vegetable on the prep area counter, cooked vegetable spring rolls (94F - Cooling). Operator stated they were in the cooling process and were prepared three hours ago. Advised operator to place rolls in walk in cooler, operated placed in walk in cooler.
Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Stored Corn starch near stand alone cooler did not have a protective lid. Operator covered corn starch.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed Raw shrimp directly placed on ready to eat tofu in the walk in cooler. And In the reach in cooler across from flat top, raw chicken was stored over ready to eat washed vegetables. Operator rearranged for proper storage.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef inside cooler next to cook area. And raw beef over raw chicken in walk in cooler. Operator rearranged for proper storage.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee washing hands at three compartment sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Various cooked meats in walk in cooler being thawed with no date mark of when food was prepared and frozen.
Food stored on floor. A total of 3 metal trays of raw chicken are being stored on the floor of the walk in cooler. Operator removed foods from the floor and stored properly.
Jul 22, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Large gap beneath back screen door. This is a repeat violation from previous inspection dated 03-21-2025
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor in kitchen has a heavy build up of food debris.
Uncleanable knife block in use to store knives. Knife block used to store knives in kitchen.
Jul 21, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 16 violations recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. On number 10 can rack were three 65 oz cans of bamboo shoots with deeply dented rims and seams
Live, small flying insects found Approximately 15 small flies coming from container of orange rinds stored on top of dish machine. Operator discarded orange rinds to eliminate small flies.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw chicken stored directly above unwashed tomatoes inside walk in cooler. Operatpr moved chicken to proper storage. This is a repeat violation from previous inspection dated 03-21-2025
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken stored directly over ready to eat mushrooms inside reach in cooler. Operator moved food to proper storage.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. One live roach observed on prep table of kitchen underneath rice warmer. Operator killed roach and cleaned and sanitized area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Inside cooks line cooler chicken (50 F - Cold Holding); beef (50 F - Cold Holding), operator states food was inside cooler for less than two hours. Operator iced down food to rapidly cool.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Caulk gun with Gorilla Glue stored above food in kitchen. Operator moved to,proper storage.
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/ Three cooks and two servers actively working with food and no food manager present. Justiniano Salnas arrived 30 minutes into inspection. This is a repeat violation from previous inspection dated 03-21-2025
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Prepared chicken per operator made more than 24 hours prior not date marked. This is a repeat violation from previous inspection dated 03-21-2025
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Heavy build up of grease in exhaust vent and hood on cooks line.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Pulled chicken inside walk in cooler that per operator is personal food and is stored with food to be served to the public.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Large gap beneath back screen door. This is a repeat violation from previous inspection dated 03-21-2025
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor in kitchen has a heavy build up of food debris.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Partial bottle of Gatorade inside reach in cooler on cooks line. Operator discarded.
Single-service articles improperly stored. To go containers not inverted during storage. Operator inverted during inspection. This is a repeat violation from previous inspection dated 03-21-2025
Uncleanable knife block in use to store knives. Knife block used to store knives in kitchen.
Mar 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 21 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
8 High priority4 Intermediate9 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. Observed an employee use bare hand contact to plate cooked broccoli. The broccoli was discarded.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed plastic a to go bag used to stored raw pork in the walk in freezer.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed a gray plastic trash can used to store uncooked rice near the ice machine.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef stored over oranges and unwashed celery in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw beef.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw cracked eggs in the reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator properly stored the raw chicken.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed an employee use bare hand contact to plate cooked broccoli. The broccoli was discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (52F - Cold Holding) at room temperature in the kitchen. The operator stated the chicken was delivered approximately 30 minutes prior to inspection. The operator placed the chicken in the walk in cooler.
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 rice, bean sprouts, and cooked noodles with no time markings.
Cooked chicken prepared on site frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked in the glass door reach in cooler.
Cooked chicken prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked in the walk in freezer.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener soiled with an accumulation of food debris.
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/ The manager arrived approximately 1 hour into the inspection.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic container with no handle used as a scoop for sauce near the ice machine. The operator removed the container.
Employees preparing food in customer section of dining area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed a box of raw chicken stored on the floor underneath the handwashing sink in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the raw chicken.
Food stored on floor. Observed metal trays of raw beef stored on the floor in the kitchen. Observed a plastic container with cooked pork ribs stored on the floor in the kitchen. Observed a box of raw chicken stored on the floor in the kitchen. Observed plastic containers of raw chicken stored on the floor in the walk in cooler. Observed bags of unwashed onions stored on the floor in the outside storage area. The operator properly stored all of the above foods.
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 handles used for sugar and flour not stored above the food. The operator properly stored the scoop handles.
Rear exit through the hallway in the dining room not protected with self-closing doors.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed plastic to go boxes stored on the floor in the outside storage area.
Stored food not covered. Observed raw chicken stored uncovered and in direct contact with a non-food grade bag containing raw pork in the walk in freezer.
Nov 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. In dry storage area, observed a dented can of pineapple, and a dented can of bamboo shoots. Operator moved cans from storage.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed several frozen dumplings, egg rolls and sauces with no date marking.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. Operator moved cans from storage to the office.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters have accumulated grease and debris.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Hood suppression area is covered in accumulated grease.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Several kitchen walls have accumulated debris.
Feb 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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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/ Three cooks and three servers handling food. Justiniano Salinas 7-19-22 Came back to work from delivery
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. At server station, observed glasses wet nesting
Equipment in poor repair. Double door refrigerator in kitchen has doors coming apart.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Coffee makers in Server area are soiled.
Nov 21, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Cooked pork, egg rolls, chicken and dumplings not date marked
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked pork, egg rolls, chicken and dumplings not date marked
Equipment in poor repair.Glass door reach in refrigerator doors are missing the tracks, and not operating properly 5-16-2023
Sep 7, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate2 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. At front counter, non food grade garbage can being used to store fried won tons
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener has accumulated debris
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/ Three employees in the kitchen preparing food, Three servers in the dining room handling food with no Certified Food Manager present
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. Provided operator with handouts, will observe at follow up inspection
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Cooked pork, egg rolls, chicken and dumplings not date marked
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked pork, egg rolls, chicken and dumplings not date marked
Employee preparing food in customer section of dining area. Two servers making crab rangoon in the dining room area
Equipment in poor repair.Glass door reach in refrigerator doors are missing the tracks, and not operating properly 5-16-2023
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