SALSA BRAVA MEXICAN GRILL
10265 TAMIAMI TRAIL N #10, Naples FL 34108 · 239-254-0222
Last inspected Dec 4, 2025 · 10 visits since September 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 17 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired on 12-1-24. Operator paid to renew license during the visit.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
5 cases · $2,800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024009329 | Dec 22, 2023 | Jun 5, 2024 | $800 |
| 7--2023005784 | Jan 12, 2023 | May 19, 2023 | $800 |
| 7--2022023049 | Apr 7, 2022 | Jun 27, 2022 | $200 |
| 7--2018017765 | Mar 29, 2018 | Apr 19, 2018 | $800 |
| 7--2016006549 | Jan 28, 2016 | May 9, 2016 | $200 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Dec 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Near dishwasher, observed strainer in Hand washing sink
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed large batches of cooked chicken with no date marking
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters have accumulated grease and debris
Aug 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate0 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 changed sanitizer bucket. Dishwasher (Chlorine 50ppm)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener has accumulated debris
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/ Observed two cooks and two servers with no certified food manager present.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In Walk in cooler observed cooked chicken with no date marking.
May 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 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. Observed chlorine concentration at 0 ppm. Operator primed sanitizer. Rechecked concentration at 100 ppm.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb behind establishment.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Feb 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired on 12-1-24. Operator paid to renew license during the visit.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw ground beef was stored directly above whole muscle cuts of beef in the walk-in cooler. Also raw shell eggs were stored directly above ceviche in the same cooler. Operator moved product to proper storage hierarchy for food protection.
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket on the left lower door of the maketable at the cook line
Oct 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing 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
Jun 21, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 16, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with cheese in walk in cooler. Operator switched to food grade container.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over precooked ready to eat sauces in walk in cooler. Operator placed eggs on bottom shelf.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed menu does not indicate Ceviche Blanco made with raw white fish and shrimp as being a raw item. Educated operator on designating raw uncooked foods with consumer advisory. Operator marked menus during inspection.
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/
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated. Kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer in hallway.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink at cook line used by food employees.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease. Hood filters.
Dec 22, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed menu does not indicate Ceviche Blanco made with raw white fish and shrimp as being a raw item.
Nov 21, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed menu does not indicate Ceviche Blanco made with raw white fish and shrimp as being a raw item.
Sep 13, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
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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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef over raw fish in drawers of cook line. Operator moved for proper storage.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed Cooked beef dated 9/3 and cooked pork dated 9/5 in walk in cooler. Operator discarded product.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed menu does not indicate Ceviche Blanco made with raw white fish and shrimp as being a raw item.
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/. Observed two servers and three cooks working with no certified food manager present.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at hand wash sink next to cook line. Operator provided paper towel.
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. Observed no proof of employee reporting agreement. Provided operator with employee agreement.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed no consumer advisory. Provided operator with consumer advisory and operator posted.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine with a black/green mold-like substance. Operator cleaned machine.
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.