GREEN APRON CAFE AT THE YMCA
5450 YMCA RD, Naples FL 34109 · 239.597.3148
Last inspected Dec 8, 2025 · 5 visits since August 2023
AUG 23
AUG 24
DEC 25
— STEADY
3 inspections within 12 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired on 12/1/25
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $480
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2022021490 | Mar 28, 2022 | Jun 20, 2022 | $480 |
Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Dec 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired on 12/1/25
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the stand alone cooler near ice machine, observed raw shelled eggs stored over ready to eat ready to eat vegetables and fruits that are used for salads. Operator rearranged for proper storage, placed raw shelled eggs at the bottom shelf.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink at the front counter is being used to hold dirty dishes. Discussed with employee, handwashing sinks are only for handwashing to prevent cross contamination. Operator removed all dishes from handwashing sink.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Establishment is using chlorine as their sanitizer. Quaternary are the only chemical test strips provided.
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Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Nov 7, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 28, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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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. Per Savannah Sezawich, hired over sixty days without food handling training.
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.
Oct 2, 2023□ 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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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. 11-28-22 In back kitchen prep area
Cosmetics/toiletries stored with food, clean equipment and utensils, clean linens or single-service items. At front line, purse sitting on a cutting board, operator moved purse and sanitized the cutting board
Hole in or other damage to wall. 11-28-22 Near triple sink area, several holes in wall
Aug 24, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Person in charge, Wendy Pomella has Food Handler training, but no Certified Food Manager training.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In kitchen prep area 11-28-22
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. Night time employee, Samantha has no proof of training
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 handout for employee to read, and fill out.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. 11-28-22 In back kitchen prep area
Cosmetics/toiletries stored with food, clean equipment and utensils, clean linens or single-service items. At front line, purse sitting on a cutting board, operator moved purse and sanitized the cutting board
Hole in or other damage to wall. 11-28-22 Near triple sink area, several holes in wall
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.