JOEY D'S ITALIAN RESTAURANT
2356 IMMOKALEE RD, Naples FL 34110 · (239)597-8545
Last inspected Sep 10, 2025 · 9 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 10 flying insects in bar area, landing on bottles and counter top.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
5 cases · $2,840
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2023051067 | Jul 26, 2023 | Jan 17, 2024 | $800 |
| 7--2023017840 | Mar 1, 2023 | May 30, 2023 | $200 |
| 7--2018044191 | Jul 18, 2018 | Dec 20, 2018 | $400 |
| 7--2016011292 | Feb 22, 2016 | Jun 9, 2016 | $800 |
| 7--2015031168 | Jul 15, 2015 | Jan 25, 2016 | $640 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Sep 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked onions, peppers and lasagna with no date marking.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed Cup in sugar near ice machine
Equipment in poor repair. Walk in cooler door not closing properly
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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Kitchen back door has several gaps
Food stored on floor. In walk in freezer observed case of bread on floor.
Jul 11, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In Walk in cooler observed cooked pasta and soup with no date marking
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler gaskets torn at pizza station.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No Hand washing sink signage at pizza station Hand washing sink
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Pizza oven hoods have accumulated debris and dust
Jul 9, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In reach in cooler on front line observed, cooked peppers (49F - Cold Holding); raw chicken breast (49F - Cold Holding) Operator discarded products
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In reach in cooler on front line observed, cooked peppers (49F - Cold Holding); raw chicken breast (49F - Cold Holding) Operator discarded products
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed wd40 with canned foods. Operator moved wd40 to proper location
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. At pizza station, observed garbage can blocking Hand washing sink. Operator moved can
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In Walk in cooler observed cooked pasta and soup with no date marking
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler gaskets torn at pizza station.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No Hand washing sink signage at pizza station Hand washing sink
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Pizza oven hoods have accumulated debris and dust
Feb 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority6 Intermediate11 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Raw calamari 49F cold hold less than 4 hours. Operator turned down drawer reach in cooler at cook line.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided operator with written procedures.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink next to ice machine used to store strainer. Observed hand wash sink at bar used as a dump sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink at bar.
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. Operator completed form.
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. Observed precooked frozen ground beef not date marked in walk in freezer.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand wash sink at bar next to three compartment sink.
Accumulation of dead insects in control devices.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Floor area in back food prep area and at bar covered with standing water.
Food stored on floor. Bags of flour stored on floor close to back door of kitchen. Educated operator on storing food off of floor.
Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Observed can opener blade rusting.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Bar.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Operator removed wiping cloth.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Men's restroom.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed right side faucet loose in women's restroom.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Oct 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Mounted can opener soiled with debris. Operator advised.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit to monitor chlorine sanitizer concentration for dish machine. Operator advised to acquire kit as soon as possible.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked pasta and cooked ground beef in walk in cooler not date marked, more than 24 hours, less than 7 days. Operator placed labels identifying use by date on product.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen soiled. Operator advised of need to clean and sanitize inside of machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl with no handle stored in large container of salt, used for dispensing product. Operator notified and removed.
Food stored on floor. Bags of flour stored on floor close to back door of kitchen. Manager notified.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Top of dish machine soiled. Operator advised.
Mar 8, 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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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine soiled with an black/green mold-like substance.
Dec 20, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed all certified food managers expired 8/12/2023 to where establishment does not have a current certified food manager.
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. Observed all food handler training expired.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hand wash sinks in women's restroom only reaching 75F.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine soiled with an black/green mold-like substance.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting of plastic pans on racks next to dishwasher.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in water only reaching 98F. Operator moved to heat water for proper storage.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed multiple hand wash sinks in which faucet knob is not working, also observed water leaking from pipes under hand wash sinks.
Jul 31, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 26, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 10 flying insects in bar area, landing on bottles and counter top.
Raw animal food not separated from ready-to-eat food during preparation. Observed raw shell stock and shrimp over cream and cut onions on cook line.. Repeat 8/9/2023, 3/1/2023
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink used as dump sink in bar area. Educated operator on proper use of hand wash sink, operator removed basket and items in hand wash sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at hand wash sink in pizza area and bar area. Operator provided paper towels.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sinks in bar area.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottles not labeled with common name of chemical.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine with a black/green mold-like substance.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed scoop with no handle in sugar and flour. Repeat 3/1/2023
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting of plastic containers on rack in dish area. Repeat 3/1/2023
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed hot water knob at hand wash sink in back area next to ice machine not working.
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.