MIMI'S COUNTRY CAFE
11985 COLLIER BLVD UNIT 1, Naples FL 34116 · 2393313067
Last inspected Aug 17, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023
5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best 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.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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.
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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One 27oz can of Sauerkraut Dented/rusted cans present in the back storage area.
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.
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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice bin located at the server station area.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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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)
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.
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed one 6lb can of black beans dented. Operator separated to be returned to distributor.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
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.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface with cheese.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Women's restroom
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed chlorine concentration at 0 ppm. Operator added more sanitizer.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler has mold like substance around door gaskets
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.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.
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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.
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.
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.
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 forms.
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.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. In storage and prep area, observed acoustic ceiling tiles
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
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.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler has mold like substance around door gaskets
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.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade has accumulated debris.
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.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. At bag in the box soda, near restrooms.
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.
Objectionable odors near mop sink area in kitchen
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