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GROUPER & CHIPS

338 N 9 ST, Naples FL 34102 · (239) 643-4577

Last inspected May 20, 2026 · 11 visits since August 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats36
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2101949
Grade history
MAY 24
JUL 24
SEP 24
SEP 25
MAY 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Three live roaches found underneath reach in cooler in dry storage room.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
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Disciplinary actions

2 cases · $1,200

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
7--2025081832Oct 2, 2025Dec 18, 2025$800
7--2024044200Jul 30, 2024Aug 13, 2024$400

Inspection history

11 visits, newest first

May 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

4 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findings
Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed an employee pull up their pants than handle tongs without washing their hands. Reviewed with the operator on proper hand washing.
High priority/12A-28-4
Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed an employee drink from his cup without a straw and then handle tongs-go boxes without washing his hands. Had the employee dispose of the box, wash their hands, and reviewed with the operator.
High priority/12A-05-4/Corrective Action Taken
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shrimp stored over unwashed tomatoes in a standing reach in cooler. Operator moved the shrimp.
High priority/08A-04-5/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in their front counter: Butter chips (70F - Cold Holding). Operator stated they had been out for approximately 2hrs. Operator placed them in a cooler.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed debris buildup on the can opener and its holder.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed their kitchen hand sink blocked with a trash can.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Repeat Violation
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black buildup in the ice machine.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed numerous ceiling tiles in the establishment soiled.
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of food stress on the floor of the dry storage area.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease buildup on the hood filters.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
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Dec 10, 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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Ceiling tiles soiled with accumulated dust in the kitchen.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning/Return visit Oct 2, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 3, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Dec 10, 2025 · Time Extended
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone stored over prep area. Operator moved cell phone to proper storage.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning/Return visit Oct 2, 2025 · Cell phone charger stored over prep area. Time Extended/Return visit Oct 3, 2025 · Employee cell phone stored over prep area near prep sink. Time Extended/Return visit Dec 10, 2025 · Cell phone stored over prep area. Time Extended
Food stored on floor. Onion bag stored on floor at dry storage.
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 2, 2025 · Zucchini box stored on floor near ice machine. Time Extended/Return visit Oct 3, 2025 · Carrot container stored on floor near triple sink. Time Extended/Return visit Dec 10, 2025 · Box of cucumbers stored on floor near prep area. Time Extended
Oct 3, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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All food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning/Return visit Oct 2, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 3, 2025 · Time Extended
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink blocked with garbage bin. Operator moved the garbage bin.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning/Return visit Oct 2, 2025 · Handwashing sink blocked with garbage bin near cook line. Time Extended/Return visit Oct 3, 2025 · Handwashing sink blocked with garbage bin. Operator moved the garbage bin. Time Extended
Ceiling tiles soiled with accumulated dust in the kitchen.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning/Return visit Oct 2, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 3, 2025 · Time Extended
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone stored over prep area. Operator moved cell phone to proper storage.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning/Return visit Oct 2, 2025 · Cell phone charger stored over prep area. Time Extended/Return visit Oct 3, 2025 · Employee cell phone stored over prep area near prep sink. Time Extended
Food stored on floor. Onion bag stored on floor at dry storage.
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 2, 2025 · Zucchini box stored on floor near ice machine. Time Extended/Return visit Oct 3, 2025 · Carrot container stored on floor near triple sink. Time Extended
Oct 2, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach-in cooler near dry storage; raw shrimp stored over shredded lettuce. Operator moved raw shrimp to bottom shelf.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning/Return visit Oct 2, 2025 · In reach-in cooler ear ice machine; raw chicken and raw shell eggs stored over cooked potatoes. Operator moved raw chicken and raw shell eggs to proper storage. Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach-in cooler near cook line; chopped tomatoes (53F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (56F - Cold Holding); cole slaw (53F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (52F - Cold Holding); raw mahi fish (52F - Cold Holding); raw salmon (49F - Cold Holding); raw grouper (52F - Cold Holding); butter (58F - Cold Holding). Per operator all items stored in reach-in cooler more than 4 hours. See stop sale.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning/Return visit Oct 2, 2025 · In reach-in cooler near cook line; chopped tomatoes (59F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (52F - Cold Holding); cole slaw (49F - Cold Holding); cooked broccoli (52F - Cold Holding); raw mahi fish (51F - Cold Holding); raw salmon (50F - Cold Holding); raw grouper (52F - Cold Holding); butter (56F - Cold Holding). Per operator all items stored in reach-in cooler for one hour. Operator placed all items in ice. Admin Complaint
All food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning/Return visit Oct 2, 2025 · Time Extended
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink blocked with garbage bin. Operator moved the garbage bin.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning/Return visit Oct 2, 2025 · Handwashing sink blocked with garbage bin near cook line. Time Extended
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Basic/22-20-5/Warning/Return visit Oct 2, 2025 · Time Extended
Ceiling tiles soiled with accumulated dust in the kitchen.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning/Return visit Oct 2, 2025 · Time Extended
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone stored over prep area. Operator moved cell phone to proper storage.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning/Return visit Oct 2, 2025 · Cell phone charger stored over prep area. Time Extended
Food stored on floor. Onion bag stored on floor at dry storage.
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 2, 2025 · Zucchini box stored on floor near ice machine. Time Extended
Sep 23, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach-in cooler near dry storage; raw shrimp stored over shredded lettuce. Operator moved raw shrimp to bottom shelf.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach-in cooler near cook line; chopped tomatoes (53F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (56F - Cold Holding); cole slaw (53F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (52F - Cold Holding); raw mahi fish (52F - Cold Holding); raw salmon (49F - Cold Holding); raw grouper (52F - Cold Holding); butter (58F - Cold Holding). Per operator all items stored in reach-in cooler more than 4 hours. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-13-4/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach-in cooler near cook line; chopped tomatoes (53F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (56F - Cold Holding); cole slaw (53F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (52F - Cold Holding); raw mahi fish (52F - Cold Holding); raw salmon (49F - Cold Holding); raw grouper (52F - Cold Holding); butter (58F - Cold Holding). Per operator all items stored in reach-in cooler more than 4 hours. See stop sale.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
All food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink blocked with garbage bin. Operator moved the garbage bin.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Basic/22-20-5/Warning
Ceiling tiles soiled with accumulated dust in the kitchen.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone stored over prep area. Operator moved cell phone to proper storage.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Food stored on floor. Onion bag stored on floor at dry storage.
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior of the hood soiled with grease.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Dec 27, 2024□ 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/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling and vents in kitchen have a build up of dust and grease.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning/Return visit Jul 31, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Dec 27, 2024 · Observed building up still present. Time Extended
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. On cooks line.
Basic/05-09-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 31, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Dec 27, 2024 · Observed no thermometer in reach in cooler on cook line. Time Extended
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Heavy build up of grease and food debris on walls of kitchen, behind triple sink and cooking equipment.
Basic/36-27-5/Warning/Return visit Jul 31, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Dec 27, 2024 · Observed heavy build up around and behind three compartment sink. Time Extended
Sep 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Containers of raw Grouper and raw Salmon stored over ready to eat prepared noodles in reach in cooler. Operator moved food to proper storage.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink blocked by large trash can. Operator removed trash can.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Mold like substance inside ice machine in storage area.
Basic/22-20-5
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vent above three compartment sink has build up of grease and dust.
Basic/36-34-5
Jul 31, 2024Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Jul 31, 2024 · Time Extended
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 DBPR Form HR 5030-103 in both English and Creole
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken/Warning/Return visit Jul 31, 2024 · Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling and vents in kitchen have a build up of dust and grease.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning/Return visit Jul 31, 2024 · Time Extended
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. On cooks line.
Basic/05-09-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 31, 2024 · Time Extended
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Heavy build up of grease and food debris on walls of kitchen, behind triple sink and cooking equipment.
Basic/36-27-5/Warning/Return visit Jul 31, 2024 · Time Extended
Jul 30, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection

Ordered shut on the spot. 11 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

2 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee enter establishment and begin working without hand washing.
High priority/12A-16-4/Warning
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Three live roaches found underneath reach in cooler in dry storage room.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink in kitchen blocked with large trash can in front and pans inside sink. Operator moved all,items to allow for hand washing.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At kitchen hand sin, operator restocked paper towels.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
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 DBPR Form HR 5030-103 in both English and Creole
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink. At kitchen hand sink.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling and vents in kitchen have a build up of dust and grease.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning
Dead roaches on premises. Four dead roaches observed, three at base of hot water heater and one underneath reach in cooler in dry storage room.
Basic/35A-03-4/Warning
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. On cooks line.
Basic/05-09-4/Warning
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Heavy build up of grease and food debris on walls of kitchen, behind triple sink and cooking equipment.
Basic/36-27-5/Warning
May 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In kitchen prep area reach in cooler, observed raw chicken and shrimp being stored over cooked pasta and seafood chowder. Operator rearranged products
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Right side of ice machine bin has accumulated mold like substance
Basic/22-20-5
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Acoustic ceiling tiles in food storage area
Basic/36-37-5
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vents in kitchen have accumulated dust and debris
Basic/36-34-5
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Kitchen floor is in disrepair
Basic/36-17-5
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ladels in standing water 80F at kitchen cooking line
Basic/10-07-4
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Objectionable odors in prep area of kitchen and walk in freezer. 8-8-23
Basic/36-64-5/Repeat Violation
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Kitchen walls near, triple sink, ansul system and equipment line have heavy accumulation of grease and debris
Basic/36-27-5
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Plywood shelf at front cooks line is unsealed
Basic/14-06-4
Aug 8, 2023Inspection 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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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. The hand washing sink next to the three compartment sink has a pan, bowl and scooper stored inside. Had operator to remove the items from inside the hand washing sink next to the three compartment sink.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris next to the time clock.
Basic/22-08-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust on the reach in cooler across from the cook line.
Basic/23-03-4
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment.
Basic/36-64-5/Repeat Violation
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers next to employee time clock. Operator placed the water bottle under foods served to guest.
Basic/12B-13-4/Corrected On-Site

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.