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NINJA STEAK HOUSE & SUSHI

2371 VANDERBILT BEACH RD #701, Naples FL 34109 · 239.888.8889

Last inspected Jul 15, 2026 · 8 visits since November 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats227
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2103669
Grade history
OCT 24
APR 25
OCT 25
MAR 26
JUL 26
▲ GETTING WORSE

5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach in the handwashing sink by the server station area.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
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Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Jul 15, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

4 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findings
Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Observed operator handler raw beef and then proceeded to work with margarine butter. Discussed with operator there must be a hand wash and gloves change in between working with raw and then ready to eat foods.
High priority/12A-12-4
Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed food handler wash hands with gloves on with just water. Discussed with operator the proper technique for hand washing. Food handler removed gloves and washed hands with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds.
High priority/12A-20-4/Corrective Action Taken
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the reach in cooler across from cook top, observed a container of raw chicken placed on top of cut ready to eat onion. Operator rearranged for proper storage.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Observed operator handler raw beef and then proceeded to work with margarine butter. Discussed with operator there must be a hand wash and gloves change in between working with raw and then ready to eat foods.
High priority/01B-13-4
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand washing sink located at the server station behind sushi bar being used as a prep sink. Discussed with operator hand wash sink are only for handwashing to prevent reduce cross contamination. Operator removed items from hand sink.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Upon arrival no certified food manager present, total of 6 food handler employees working. CFM arrived at time of inspection.
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in use utensils in standing room temperature water by the rice warmer and next to fryer. Operator dumped water and ran utensils through dish machine.
Basic/10-07-4/Corrective Action Taken
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Mar 30, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. In the reach in cooler across from the cook line observed imitation Krab Rangoon without a date mark. Operator stated foods are made in house and was prepared 7 days prior to inspection. Discussed with operator on how to properly date foods.
Intermediate/02C-04-5/Warning/Return visit Mar 30, 2026 · Time Extended
Mar 27, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the reach in cooler at the sushi bar, observed raw salmon directly placed over cooked eel. Raw tuna placed above ready to eat sauces and ready to eat imitation Krab. Operator rearranged for proper storage.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach in the handwashing sink by the server station area.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. At the bar area, observed bar mats placed on the handwashing sink. Discussed with operator handwashing sink are to be used only for handwashing. Operator removed bar mats from handwashing sink.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Warning
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. In the reach in cooler across from the cook line observed imitation Krab Rangoon without a date mark. Operator stated foods are made in house and was prepared 7 days prior to inspection. Discussed with operator on how to properly date foods.
Intermediate/02C-04-5/Warning
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels at the handwashing sink located near the three compartment sink. Operator was able to make the paperwork towel dispenser work at time of inspection.
Intermediate/31B-05-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Food stored on floor. In the bar area observed cans of drinks stored on the floor.
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning
Oct 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

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. In reach in cooler across from cook top raw beef was stored over cooked duck. In the stand alone cooler Raw beef was stored over raw shrimp. Operator rearranged all foods for proper storage.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
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. No time mark on fried Krab, per operator foods were cooked and prepared two hours before inspection started. Operator time marked foods.
High priority/03F-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Raw ready to eat fish removed from original packaging in the walk in freezer, operator stated it was removed from original packaging more than 7 days ago. No date mark on fish.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Apr 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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No hot running water at mop sink.
Basic/27-10-4
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Reach in cooler in side beverage/wait station. Note: operator ordered shelving and just needs to install.
Basic/14-33-4/Corrective Action Taken
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink at bar. Note: operator has work order in place to fix.
Basic/29-20-5/Corrective Action Taken
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed chlorine concentration at 0 ppm. Operator added more sanitizer. Rechecked concentration at 50 ppm.
Basic/21-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
Basic/21-38-4
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour/sugar/salt bins. Operator labeled bins.
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Oct 31, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate2 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. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm); Operator connected sanitizer to correct dispenser hose. Secondary Test Dishwasher (Chlorine 50ppm)
High priority/22-41-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed two food handling employees with no hair restraints. Employees put on hats.
Basic/13-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Near Three compartment sink, observed a low table shelf with unsealed wood
Basic/14-06-4
Apr 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate2 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. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm)Secondary test; Operator changed bucket Dishwasher (Chlorine 50ppm)
High priority/22-41-4/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a pan of salmon stored on a Hand washing sink. Operator removed salmon
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At server station. Operator replenished towels
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed two food handlers with no hair restraint. Employees put on hats
Basic/13-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Water draining onto floor surface. Dishwasher is leaking water on the floor
Basic/29-03-4
Nov 30, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Floor parts missing and/or in disrepair. In walk in cooler, observed floor open down the center and curling sharp edges.
Basic/36-17-5
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Observed drill being stored on ice machine in kitchen
Basic/42-03-5

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.