LAVENDER CAFE & BISTRO
300 TAMIAMI TRL N, Naples FL 34102 · 239-306-2198
Last inspected Jun 11, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Current license expired on 12-01-2024
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $360
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025033424 | Mar 27, 2025 | Aug 7, 2025 | $200 |
| 7--2018027712 | Apr 23, 2018 | Jun 19, 2018 | $160 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jun 11, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Inside small ice machine in barista station.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up inside reach in freezers outside back door
Unprotected reach in freezer a customer/nonsecure area. Two reach in freezers outside back door are unsecured and not lockable.
May 20, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
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. After three attempts at the surface of the plate Dishwasher (Chlorine 00ppm). Operator set up three compartment sink
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 employee drink from screw top water bottle and failed to wash hands prior to returning to work with food. Discussed hard washing with operator and observed proper hand washing.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Inside small ice machine in barista station.
Frozen time/temperature control for safety food being slacked at room temperature is no longer frozen solid. Bacon and Turkish sausage slacking at room temperature. Observed operator correct violations in order to meet inspection standards.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up inside reach in freezers outside back door
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Three pair of tongs hanging on oven handle. Observed operator correct violations in order to meet inspection standards.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Partial bottle of water in reach in cooler. Operator discarded.
Unprotected reach in freezer a customer/nonsecure area. Two reach in freezers outside back door are unsecured and not lockable.
Sep 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Food stored on floor. Oil container stored on floor near cook line. Operator moved oil container to proper storage.
Apr 2, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 27, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
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. Dishwasher (Chlorine 00ppm); operator set up three compartment sink: Triple Sink (Chlorine 100ppm). This is a repeat violation from previous inspection dated 07-31-2024
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Current license expired on 12-01-2024
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit available
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Steamed vegetables and mashed potatoes per operator, made 24 hours prior, not date marked.
Sep 30, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Mold like substance on walls around three compartment sink.
Jul 31, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
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. Sanitizer container was empty and chemicals were set up incorrectly. Dishwasher (Chlorine 00ppm); Operator corrected all issues to achieve: Dishwasher (Chlorine 100ppm)
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw beef stored above raw fish in reach in cooler. Operator moved food to proper storage.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked and cooled hashed potatoes (73 F - Cold Holding) on cooks line counter. Operator stated had been removed from refrigerator less than one hour prior. Operator returned to cooler to cool
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bleach cleaner stored with clean plates and utensils. Operator removed.
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. Provided operator with Form DBPR HR 5030-103
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Personal food stored in front reach in cooler with beverages served to guests. Operator removed all personal food.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Mold like substance on walls around three compartment sink.
Mar 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Operator labeled the spray bottle.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Operator removed the tongs from the oven handle.
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.