NEW LEVEL BAR AND GRILL
4963 GOLDEN GATE PKY, Naples FL 34116 · 239-352-9771
Last inspected Jul 31, 2026 · 11 visits since November 2023
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JUL 26
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 3 live roaches under dish machine.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $960
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2026016728 | Mar 9, 2026 | Jun 10, 2026 | $800 |
| 7--2024037596 | May 22, 2024 | Jan 6, 2025 | $160 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jul 31, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. In the walk in cooler, cooked chicken legs (55F - Cooling); cooked beef (53F - Cooling). Operator stated foods were cooked the night prior to inspection.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. In the walk in cooler, observed 6 packs of fully thawed salmon in Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. See stop sale.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. In the walk in cooler, cooked chicken legs (55F - Cooling); cooked beef (53F - Cooling). Operator stated foods were cooked the night prior to inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Next to cook line, observed cooked pepper sauce (66F - Cold Holding). Operator it was removed at 11am from reach in cooler. Discussed time as a public health control with operator and provided form. Operator stated foods will be discarded 3pm.
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink located in the main kitchen across from cook top. Operator provided paper towels.
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 health reporting agreement. Employees began to sign form.
No soap provided at handwash sink located in the kitchen across from cook top. Operator provided soap.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Near the entrance of walk in cooler.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair at the entrance of walk in cooler and inside the walk in cooler.
In the walk in cooler, observed 6 packs of fully thawed salmon in Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. See stop sale.
May 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler near cook line; shredded cabbage(51F - Cold Holding). Per operator shredded cabbage stored in reach in cooler for one hour. Operator removed shredded cabbage to walk in cooler.
Vacuum breaker missing on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb at mop sink.
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.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at prep area.
Floor soiled in walk in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior of the hood soiled with grease.
Single-service food containers not stored inverted or protected from contamination at dry storage. Operator stored inverted.
Mar 9, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing on splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at prep area..
Mar 9, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 10 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Open, operating and serving to public with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license; 12/01/25. Operator renewed the license at time of inspection.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 3 live roaches under dish machine.
Vacuum breaker missing on splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at prep area..
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches on floor near kitchen exit door.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under kitchen equipments.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall near walk in cooler.
In-use knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment at prep area. Operator removed the knives for sanitation.
Reach-in cooler interior has accumulation of food debris.
Single-service food containers not stored inverted or protected from contamination at prep area. Operator stored inverted.
Oct 1, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 22, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. 3 8 quarts of cooked chicken in front of the walk in cooler (cooked chicken (80F - Cooling). Per operator chicken had been cooked and was in the process of cooling for 8 hours.
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 10ppm)
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the cooler in main kitchen area, raw fish was placed over cooked ready to eat vegetables. Operator rearranged for proper storage.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. 3 8 quarts of cooked chicken in front of the walk in cooler (cooked chicken (80F - Cooling). Per operator chicken had been cooked and was in the process of cooling for 8 hours.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. The handwashing sink in the kitchen was being blocked by containers of food. Operator removed foods for access to hand washing sink.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Food stored on floor. A bucket of wrapped steaks and assorted vegetables are placed on the floor in the walk in freezer.
Apr 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed rice and beans in dry storage in non food grade containers
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No test kit for chlorine dishwasher
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At bar area, no paper towels at Hand washing sink. Operator replenished towels
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 unable to provide employee agreement forms. Printed forms for operator, employees began reading, signing and dating agreement forms.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed portion cup being used in coleslaw. Operator replaced cup with tongs
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. In kitchen, observed in use kitchen knives between equipment
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At kitchen Hand washing sink, no handwashing sign. Provided operator printed sign to hang up.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters have accumulated grease and debris
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Kitchen walls are soiled in several areas.
Jan 8, 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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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In Reach in cooler in kitchen, observed; cooked rice (62F - Cold Holding) Per operator, rice was cooked at 6:00 p.m. 01.07.2025. Educated operator about treating Dense foods while cooling. Operator discarded rice.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In Reach in cooler in kitchen, observed; cooked rice (62F - Cold Holding) Per operator, rice was cooked at 6:00 p.m. 01.07.2025. Educated operator about treating Dense foods while cooling. Operator discarded rice
May 22, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink in kitchen is blocked by shelving
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator has acquired the next door suite, and torn down separating wall. Adding five large booths and approximately forty more chairs with tables. Educated Operator about submitting plans to plan review before remodeling
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Operator has acquired the next door suite, and torn down separating wall. Adding five large booths and approximately forty more chairs with tables. Educated Operator about submitting plans to plan review before remodeling
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Hole in or other damage to wall. At front of kitchen, several tiles missing. Other kitchen walls have missing areas and holes.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back door not self closing
Mar 18, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink in kitchen is blocked by shelving
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In kitchen area. No soap or paper towels.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator has acquired the next door suite, and torn down separating wall. Adding five large booths and approximately forty more chairs with tables. Educated Operator about submitting plans to plan review before remodeling
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Operator has acquired the next door suite, and torn down separating wall. Adding five large booths and approximately forty more chairs with tables. Educated Operator about submitting plans to plan review before remodeling
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Hole in or other damage to wall. At front of kitchen, several tiles missing. Other kitchen walls have missing areas and holes.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back door not self closing
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw chicken observed thawing in a large pot ow standing water, on the floor next to the triple sink area.
Nov 28, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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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.4-11-23 Provided Operator with Employee Illness Agreement Hand out. Employee began filing it out.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. 4-11-2023 Kitchen ceiling has acoustic tiles
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed improper ware washing at three compartment sink. Operator had employee rewash dishes properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken being thawed in standing water. Operator turned water on.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Back prep area has soiled walls in kitchen
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.