PAELLA'S MEDITERRANEAN FUSION
3861 TAMIAMI TRL E, Naples FL 34112 · 239-234-6071
Last inspected Mar 2, 2026 · 12 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In the center make table cooler, Fish (49F - Cold Holding); cooked octopus (48F - Cold Holding); cooked shrimp (48F). Operator emptied contents to the remaining coolers.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025032493 | Mar 21, 2025 | May 1, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Mar 2, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. An employee entered the kitchen and began putting on gloves without washing their hands. Employee was educated on proper hand washing, then proceeded to wash their hands.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. The handwashing sink in the dish washing area is completely inaccessible. There is a table and glass racks in front of the sink and a fan inside the sink.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. There is a hood filter missing over the grill.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. There is a buildup of ice inside the chest freezer.
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In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. There are tongs on an oven door handle. Operator removed the tongs.
Dec 11, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the center reach in cooler on the cook line beef, fish and shrimp are stored above cooked pasta, heavy cream and butter. Operator moved items to proper storage order.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. An employee washed their hands in the utility sink in the dish washing area.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. The hand washing sink in the dish washing area is blocked by a garbage can, drying rack and a fan. Operator cleared the hand washing sink.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. There is a buildup of ice inside the chest freezer by the walk in cooler.
Oct 8, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the center reach in cooler on the cook line beef, fish and shrimp are stored above cooked pasta, heavy cream and butter. Operator moved items to proper storage order.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. An employee washed their hands in the utility sink in the dish washing area.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. The hand washing sink in the dish washing area is blocked by a garbage can, drying rack and a fan. Operator cleared the hand washing sink.
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. Employees began reading and signing the health reporting agreements.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. There is a buildup of ice inside the chest freezer by the walk in cooler.
Jun 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. There is a set of tongs on an oven door handle on the cook line.
May 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Recorded at 1431 RAIL HEAD BLVD STE 1, Naples — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 21, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. There is no proof of parasite destruction for the fish in the Leche De Tigre, the Clasico Ceviche, Beach Ceviche, Espiritu Ceviche or Ceviche Trio. All ceviche's are prepared to order, operator instructed that no ceviche is to be prepared or served until proof of parasite destruction is provided.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
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.
Feb 28, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. There is no proof of parasite destruction for the fish in the Leche De Tigre, the Clasico Ceviche, Beach Ceviche, Espiritu Ceviche or Ceviche Trio. All ceviche's are prepared to order, operator instructed that no ceviche is to be prepared or served until proof of parasite destruction is provided.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. None of the ceviche on the menu is identified as raw or undercooked, the fish in the Leche De Tigre is not identified as raw or undercooked.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. There are no paper towels in the establishment.
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 the employee health reporting agreement. Employees read and signed the agreement.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. There is a unlabeled chemical spray bottle in the dish washing area. Operator labeled the spray bottle.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. There is a employee with no hair restraint preparing food.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. There is a heavy buildup of ice inside the chest freezer in the back of the kitchen.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. There are multiple sets of tongs on oven dr handles throughout the kitchen.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. There is mo hand washing sign at the gand washing sink on the cook line.
Feb 7, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Dec 1, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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. Inspector provided the operator with the employee health reporting agreement, employees began reading and signing the agreement.
Nov 30, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. There is no proof of parasite destruction for the corvina used in the ceviche or the swai used in the Tiraditos. Operator received parasite destruction from the purveyor in the process of the inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In the center make table cooler, Fish (49F - Cold Holding); cooked octopus (48F - Cold Holding); cooked shrimp (48F). Operator emptied contents to the remaining coolers.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.the hand washing sink in the dish area is blocked by a rack of buss tubs, cutting boards and glass racks. There is also a empty one gallon garlic container inside the hand washing sink.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. The ceviches and tiraditos are not identified as raw on the menu.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. There are no paper towels at the hand washing sink on the cook line and in the dish washing area. 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. Inspector provided the operator with the employee health reporting agreement, employees began reading and signing the agreement.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. There is a container of beans thawing in a bowl of standing water inside the utility sink. Operator turned on the cold running water.
Nov 1, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Recorded at 1431 RAIL HEAD BLVD STE 1, Naples — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 27, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the bottle of the three door make table cooler raw beef, raw chicken and raw calamari are stored over cooked rice. Operator moved items to proper Storage. Order.
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.