NUNZIO'S TASTE OF ITALY
3375 PINE RIDGE RD #104, Naples FL 34109 · 2396827264
Last inspected Jul 9, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed employee place Giardiniera on top of two salads with bare hands. No manager was present so Inspector educated employee about bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food and salads were discarded.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In the walk in cooler, observed cooked lasagna (51F - Cooling). Operator stated food was prepared the day prior.
Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. On the bar/counter observed trays of pizza pinwheels displayed without protection close to customer seating. Operator places foods behind the counter.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the reach in cooler across from fryers, observed a bowl of raw chicken placed above ready to eat vegetables. Operator removed raw chicken and places in walk in cooler. In the walk in cooler observed raw veal packages placed above ready to eat cooked meatballs. Operator rearranged for proper storage.
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 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In the walk in cooler, observed cooked lasagna (51F - Cooling). Operator stated food was prepared the day prior.
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On the counter, observed cooked chicken (74F - Hot Holding); cheese roll (76F - Hot Holding). Operator stated foods were cooked at 10:30am. Discussed time as a public health control with operator. Operator began to fill out time as a public health control form and time marked food.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Operator began to clean ice machine at time of inspection.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in 107F water. Operator dumped water and turned up heat.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed a 15lb propane tank being used inside of building. Establishment is using Portable Propane Gas Burner inside of building without hood system. Operator turned off burner and removed propane tank outside at time of inspection.
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach in cooler near pizza oven; raw chicken stored over butter. Operator removed raw chicken to bottom shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On steamer; cooked green lentils (84F - Hot Holding). Per operator cooked green lentils stored on steamer for one hour. Operator started reheating green lentils.
Vacuum breaker missing on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Operator has four hours time marked on slice pizza without written procedures. Provided operator time as a public health control form.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation at cook line.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris in walk in freezer.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit on steamer. Operator started reheating water.
Single-service food containers not stored inverted or protected from contamination at front counter. Operator stored inverted.
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. At the bar seating area ready to eat pizzas were displayed with no protection or cover. Operator placed foods in a protected area.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the walk in cooler raw chicken was placed over ready to eat beef sauces and sausage. In the reach in cooler next to steam table raw chicken was placed over cooked chicken wings. Operator rearranged for proper storage.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked tomato sauce (54F - Cold Holding). Operator rearranged stated food was prepared the day before, provided operator with DBPR suggested proper cooling procedures.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked tomato sauce (54F - Cold Holding). Operator rearranged stated food was prepared the day before, provided operator with DBPR suggested proper cooling procedures.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. In the main kitchen area by the door entrance a couple boxes were blocking the handwashing sink. Operator removed boxes from the front of the handwashing sink.
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/ a total of 4 food handler employees the CFM not present at time of inspection.
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee place Giardiniera on top of two salads with bare hands. No manager was present so Inspector educated employee about bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food and salads were discarded.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In the walk-in cooler, raw steaks were stored commingled with bags of parmesan cheese and containers of raw chicken were stored on top of containers of lasagna. Employees moved raw product to proper storage hierarchy.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed employee place Giardiniera on top of two salads with bare hands. No manager was present so Inspector educated employee about bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food and salads were discarded.
Vacuum breaker missing on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Food stored on floor in the walk-in cooler, walk-in freezer, oil jugs were stored under the handwashing sink and various bottled sauces were stored on the floor at the back of house oven. A pan of cooked wings was stored directly on the floor in the walk-in cooler.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Foil pans were stored uninverted on top of the back oven next to the soda machine. Employee flipped pans for protection from contamination.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. A 20 lb. Propane tank was attached to a 2-burner camp stove. Restaurant was actively cooking two large stockpots of sauce. Employees shut down the stove and removed the propane tank to outdoor storage.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 2 high priority.
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Chlorine sanitizer in spray bottle not at proper minimum strength. Operator called service technician, and set up triple sink for sanitizing Triple Sink (Quaternary 200ppm)
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed two dented cans of pineapple tidbits. In storage area, observed two dented cans of artichoke hearts. Operator moved items from storage to receive credit from vendor.
Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. Observed two dented cans of pineapple tidbits. In storage area, observed two dented cans of artichoke hearts. Operator moved items from storage to receive credit from vendor.
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, In kitchen storage area. 22 qt. Container is stained from tomato sauce.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Mens and ladies room not complete self closing
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. One cook without hair restraint.
Inside kitchen, Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of food debris. 3-30-23.
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. In kitchen under oven, unsealed wood being used as a shelf.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. In kitchen, Microwave oven has accumulated debris.
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