GOLF CLUB OF THE EVERGLADES
8835 VANDERBILT BEACH RD, Naples FL 34120 · 239-354-4727
Last inspected Dec 15, 2025 · 6 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections trending up, 45 points better than where it started.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed sugar in a small plastic container on a shelf in the prep area that contained approximately four (4) small crawling insects. See stop sale.
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Dec 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 3 cans of diced tomatoes with severely dented rims.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish over ready to eat vegetables in walk in cooler.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Smoked salmon not identified on menu. Operator placed asterisk on menu item.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at bar.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Box of raw beef on ground in walk in cooler. Operator moved to proper storage.
Nov 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle of cleaner/sanitizer stored on the wire shelving at the server station directly above clean, rolled silverware and also at the bar immediately adjacent to and above salt and pepper shakers and sugar/sweetener packets.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. At the dish machine, a spray bottle containing cleaning liquid and only labeled "Maria" was stored on the shelf below the clean drainboard. No indication as to the content.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee backpack and sweatshirt stored with canned goods in the dry storage closet.
Sep 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. One 7-pound can of Sysco Baked Beans severely dented.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bowl of chopped lettuce sitting on top of the maketable and not in the cold well. Cook stated it was there less than four hours. Placed into to cooler to re-chill. lettuce (65F - Cold Holding)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: can opener blade had encrusted debris.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Purses sitting on top of jugs of oil and canned drinks in dry storage.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Cook observed preparing food wearing a bracelet.
Mar 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener has a build-up of debris. Deli slicer has food debris under the blade (stored as clean).
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk-in fan guards have a dusty build-up.
Jan 9, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. Observed an open platter of pastries available for self-service at the breakfast buffet.
Oct 25, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed one 6-pound can of Garbanzo Beans in dry storage with a severely dented rim.
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee at the dishwasher handling soiled dishes and then handling clean dishes without washing hands and changing gloves.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed sugar in a small plastic container on a shelf in the prep area that contained approximately four (4) small crawling insects. See stop sale.
Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. Observed an open platter of pastries available for self-service at the breakfast buffet.
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Observed sugar in a small plastic container on a shelf in the prep area that contained approximately four (4) small crawling insects.
Two bottles of vitamin supplements observed stored on a shelf in the kitchen with sugar, clean plates, sauce bottle and liquid butter alternative.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. Observed unwrapped apples available for self-service on the breakfast bar.
Accumulation of brown mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed small ramekin stored inside a plastic container of sugar.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on freezer door handle on the cook line.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in unisex employee restroom.
Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. Observed one 6-pound can of Garbanzo Beans in dry storage with a severely dented rim. See stop sale.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Female employee was preparing food wearing a wristwatch.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven handle. Inspector educated cook on proper storage.
Observed employee at the dishwasher drying sheet pans with a towel prior to storing on the clean dish rack.
Observed numerous employee drinks stored on food preparation and clean utensil storage areas.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed small beef filets thawing at room temperature on the drainboard of the triple sink.
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.