GOLDIES RESTAURANT
5400 TAYLOR RD STE 105, Naples FL 34109 · 239-591-3400
Last inspected May 11, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections within 18 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. One rodent dropping found between the front counter and kitchen area, one rodent dropping found under a prep table in the back by the walk in cooler. Operator swept up the droppings and sanitized the areas.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2022055673 | Nov 18, 2022 | Dec 9, 2022 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
May 11, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. In the reach in cooler next to the steam table, observed plastic wrapped raw sausage and a plastic container of washed ready to eat blueberries stored in the same fridge compartment container. Discussed cross contamination with operator. Operator rearranged for proper storage.
Time/temperature control for safety food hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On the cook line, observed cooked sausage (91F - Hot Holding); cooked potatoes (74F - Cold Holding). Operator stated foods were reheated about an hour prior to inspection. Operator began to reheat foods on the cook top and stated they will then be moved to the steamer table.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a sanitizer bucket inside the handwashing sink at the server prep area. Operator removed sanitizer bucket.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Several menu items that are served with raw eggs are not marked indicating the consumer advisory. Operator began to mark menu items and stated new menus will be printed.
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Misrepresentation of a fruit or fruit juice. There is a menu item on the menu "fresh squeezed orange juice" operator stated establishment is buying orange juice from Members Mark brand that is squeezed at Sam's Club but has a shelf life of 4 days. Operator stated establishment will notify consumers.
Jul 16, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. There is an employee drink on a prep table in the back kitchen.
Jul 15, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the reach in freezer by the deep fryer raw beef is stored over par cooked french fries. The raw beef is not in it's original packaging. Operator moved items to proper storage order.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. One rodent dropping found between the front counter and kitchen area, one rodent dropping found under a prep table in the back by the walk in cooler. Operator swept up the droppings and sanitized the areas.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. The hand washing sink on the cook line by the triple sink has a garbage can in front of it, the hand washing sink in front of the pizza ovens has boxes in front of it. Operator cleared the boxes and garbage can to make the sink's accessible.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. There is an unlabeled chemical spray bottle in the dishwashing area.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In a container of granola there is a cup with no handle. Operator removed the cup.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. There is an employee drink on a prep table in the back kitchen.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. There is an employee cellphone on top of a make table on the cook line. Employee removed the cellphone.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. There is a knife stored between two make table coolers. Explained proper utensil storage to employees, knife was removed.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. There are spoons and forks in the service area stored either the food contact surface up. Operator returned the spoons and forks to the dishwasher.
Apr 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with raw frozen chicken.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed opened raw frozen turkey burgers stored over French fries in reach in freezer at end of cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Tuna salad 48F cold hold, corned beef 47F cold hold less than 4 hours in reach in cooler across from stove. Operator turned down reach in cooler.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Front display reach in cooler.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
Nov 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed pumpkin bread and muffins at front counter with no labeling.
Sep 9, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Near clean coffee mugs observed WD40.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener has accumulated debris.
Menu contains Poached Eggs, made with a raw/undercooked animal food as an ingredient and description of item does not inform consumer of raw/undercooked animal food ingredient.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed pumpkin bread and muffins at front counter with no labeling.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters have accumulated grease and debris Stand mixer head has accumulated debris.
Dec 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler, observed french toast batter made with unpasteurized eggs over milk and juices. Operator rearranged products
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At front line
No soap provided at handwash sink. At front line
Equipment in poor repair. Table top mixer near walk in cooler has heavy accumulation of rust.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer on cooks front line
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters have accumulated grease and debris.
Jul 13, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Outside back door
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. On front line, electrical cords in hand washing sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Near dishwasher
No soap provided at handwash sink. On front line
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. In walk-in cooler, salmon thawed in reduced oxygen packaging.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. At front line, employees drink stored over stove
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters have accumulated grease and debris. 11-18-2022
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. In walk-in cooler, mashed potatoes and vegetable soup being stored in pasta salad containers
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.