LAKE PARK DINER
8856 FOUNDERS ST, Naples FL 34120
Last inspected Aug 11, 2026 · 9 visits since April 2024
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5 inspections within 18 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw ground beef was stored directly above fish filets in the cooling drawer under the grill. Operator moved products to proper storage hierarchy for food protection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024063615 | Sep 16, 2024 | Dec 4, 2024 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 11, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 10, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer 00 pm, not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Operator started setting up triple sink for sanitation.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler at cook line; cooked chicken (54F - Cold Holding); cooked brussels sprouts (46F - Cold Holding). Per operator all items stored in reach in cooler for 3 hours. Operator removed all items to walk in freezer.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled with food debris. Operator cleaned the can opener at time of inspection.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer near cook line.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit at prep area. Operator discarded water.
Single-service food containers not stored inverted or protected from contamination at dry storage. Operator stored inverted.
Mar 13, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 27, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator set up triple sink for proper sanitizing.
No soap provided at handwash sink on cook line.
Oct 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed one can of sun dried tomatoes and one can of Dijon mustard with severely dented rims.
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly at front bar. Operator discontinued operating dish machine at front bar and used dish machine in back kitchen for proper sanitization until repaired.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
No soap provided at handwash sink at front bar. Operator provided soap.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled on rack by triple sink.
Open dumpster lid.
Dec 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink by the office was blocked by a mixer attachment in the basin and handwashing sink on the cook line was blocked by a tall trash can. Discussed importance of keeping sinks accessible and not blocked.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Three unlabeled spray bottles containing liquid were stored at the mop sink. Discussed with Operator labeling of all chemicals.
Evidence of employee smoking in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area. Partially-eaten bowl of soup was on a speed rack in the prep area, above a tray of fish filets
Observed employee drying silverware with a towel. Operator had employee rewash silverware and air-dry.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Fish filets were observed on a speed rack thawing at room temperature. Operator had employee place submerged under running water.
Sep 16, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw ground beef was stored directly above fish filets in the cooling drawer under the grill. Operator moved products to proper storage hierarchy for food protection.
Jul 16, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw ground beef was stored directly above fish filets in the cooling drawer under the grill. Operator moved products to proper storage hierarchy for food protection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken wings were piled above the load line in the open top make table. Top layer at improper temperature. Below the load line all product was below 41F. Wings had just been placed into service within the hour. Operator removed top layers to the walk-in cooler for quick cool down.
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.
Apr 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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