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MIMI'S COUNTRY CAFE

11985 COLLIER BLVD UNIT 1, Naples FL 34116 · 2393313067

Last inspected Aug 17, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats84
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2102823
Grade history
OCT 24
APR 25
SEP 25
APR 26
AUG 26
▼ IMPROVING

5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.

Worst finding on record
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 hand out plan.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Warning
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Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Aug 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On the steam table observed cooked sausage (84F - Hot Holding). Operator stated food was cooked at 8am. Operator decided to reheat sausage.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken
Apr 2, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

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

3 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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One 27oz can of Sauerkraut Dented/rusted cans present in the back storage area.
High priority/01B-01-4
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the walk in cooler, observed raw ground beef placed on a bucket of ready to eat pickles, and raw shrimp placed above unwashed vegetables. Discussed with operator proper storage and provided operator with safe refrigerator storage handout. Operator rearranged for proper storage.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On the cook line, observed house made hollandaise sauce (78F - Hot Holding). Operator foods stated it is house made contains egg and butter. Operator stated foods were made two hours prior to inspection. Discussed time as a public health control with operator and provided time as a public health control form.
High priority/03B-01-6
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice bin located at the server station area.
Basic/22-20-5
Sep 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. At time of inspection Dishwasher (Chlorine 10ppm). Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dish machine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Operator set up triple sink with a reading of. Triple Sink (Chlorine 50ppm)
High priority/22-41-4/Corrective Action Taken
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Upon arrival raw shelled eggs were sitting out on the counter for less than an hour per operator. Operator time marked eggs.
High priority/03F-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Apr 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

3 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed one 6lb can of black beans dented. Operator separated to be returned to distributor.
High priority/01B-01-4/Corrective Action Taken
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
High priority/12A-07-5
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat peppers in reach in cooler across from dishwasher.
High priority/08A-05-6
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Basic/51-11-4
Cloth used as a food-contact surface with cheese.
Basic/21-05-5
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Women's restroom
Basic/36-64-5
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed chlorine concentration at 0 ppm. Operator added more sanitizer.
Basic/21-07-4/Corrective Action Taken
Dec 11, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Basic/51-11-4/Warning/Return visit Dec 11, 2024 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler has mold like substance around door gaskets
Basic/23-03-4/Warning/Return visit Dec 11, 2024 · Time Extended
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. In dry storage room, observed areas of unsealed dry wall.
Basic/36-30-4/Warning/Return visit Dec 11, 2024 · Time Extended
Oct 1, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee wrapping up food products and entering different locations of the kitchen without changing gloves as needed. Operator educated employee about changing gloves as different tasks begin.
High priority/12A-09-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
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 hand out plan.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Warning
Menu contains an item made with a raw/undercooked animal food as an ingredient and description of item does not inform consumer of raw/undercooked animal food ingredient. Unpasteurized poached eggs and Smoked Salmon with no reminder such as an asterisk to alert the consumer advisory applies. Educated operator about Consumer Advisory reminders and applications.
Intermediate/02B-04-5/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 with forms.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Operator is using time as a public health control for breakfast potatoes, eggs, butter, with no written plan. Provided operator with forms to complete.
Intermediate/03F-10-5/Warning
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Basic/51-11-4/Warning
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. In storage and prep area, observed acoustic ceiling tiles
Basic/36-37-5/Warning
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Basic/32-12-5/Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees backpack with canned goods. Operator moved backpack.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler has mold like substance around door gaskets
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. In dry storage room, observed areas of unsealed dry wall.
Basic/36-30-4/Warning
May 31, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 20, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade has accumulated debris.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 20, 2023 · 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 with handout for food employee reporting agreements, and discussed procedures for reporting and management responsibilities.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning/Return visit Jul 20, 2023 · Time Extended
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. At bag in the box soda, near restrooms.
Basic/51-11-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 20, 2023 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in refrigerator near triple sink has accumulated debris on the bottom interior, shelving and outside doors.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 20, 2023 · Time Extended
Objectionable odors near mop sink area in kitchen
Basic/36-64-5/Warning/Return visit Jul 20, 2023 · Time Extended

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