LA TRATTORIA
878 S 5 AVE, Naples FL 34102 · 239.262.7076
Last inspected Jun 18, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
MAY 24
APR 25
MAY 25
FEB 26
JUN 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 10 live roaches on cook line under stoves, ovens and on bread boxes. Operator called pest control while waiting.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024010411 | Feb 15, 2024 | Mar 13, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jun 18, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 14 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pasta 53F cold hold, cooked shrimp 60F cold hold less than 4 hours. Operator states manager prepped foods 1 hour ago. Operator turned down reach in cooler, pull reach in cooler away from wall, and double panned foods with ice. Observed Milk 49F cold hold and cream cakes 53F cold hold more than 4 hours. Stop Sale.
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 strainers stored inside handwash sinks at beverage/wait station and bar.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at end of cook line. Operator placed paper towels at handwash sink.
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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.
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.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Tanks in beverage/wait station. Educated operator on importance of securing tanks.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage on ceiling in women's restroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handwash sink in beverage/wait station.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour bin and spices.
Feb 24, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed flour in direct contact with black trash bag. Educated operator and operator discarded flour.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw veal over cooked lasagna. Operator moved veal for proper storage.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink in server station blocked with garbage can. Operator moved to allow access.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink closest to entrance to bar. Operator provided.
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.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 canisters not secured at front server station.
May 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Container in hand-wash sink near dish machine. Corrected on site
No soap provided at handwash sink. On cook line no soap, near dish machine no paper towels. Both corrected on site.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Single use cans reused to hold fruit in server station.
Apr 8, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 4, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach-in cooler at kitchen exit; cooked eggplant (51F - Cold Holding); cheese (50F - Cold Holding); cooked artichoke (53F - Cold Holding); ham (52F - Cold Holding). Per operator all items placed in reach-in cooler for two hours. Operator removed all items to walk-in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled with food debris. Operator cleaned can opener at time of inspection.
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 Employee Health Reporting Agreement.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at men bathroom. Provided operator handwashing sign.
May 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling above pizza oven has accumulated grease and debris
Hole in or other damage to wall. Several kitchen walls have small holes and pitting
Feb 16, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 15, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 6 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 10 live roaches on cook line under stoves, ovens and on bread boxes. Operator called pest control while waiting.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed shell stock tags not marked with date last sold.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed smoked salmon, beef carpaccio and tuna carpaccio not marked to indicate a raw product. Operator corrected menu and is printing new at this time.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink in bar area. Operator provided soap.
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.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed two dead roaches in cook line area.
Aug 23, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime on the cut board at the reach in cooler.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked on container of sauce. Operator placed date mark on the container of sauce 08/21/23.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust reach in coolers gaskets.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning on wire shelf.
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.