SEA MONKEY TAVERN & GRILL
1100 6 AVE S #6-7, Naples FL 34102 · 239.302.5990
Last inspected May 26, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023
APR 24
JAN 25
APR 25
AUG 25
MAY 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 21 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw ground beef agreed over raw seafood in a cook line cooler. Operator swapped the meats.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
May 26, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 15, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 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 their dish machine at 0ppm chlorine. Operator called their provider and set up their 200ppm quaternary triple sink.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw ground beef agreed over raw seafood in a cook line cooler. Operator swapped the meats.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed cardboard used to line the to-go container shelf. Reviewed proper materials with the operator.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed multiple employee personal items stored on their dry storage shelf.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in standing 97F water on the flattop. Reviewed with the operator that it has to be at 135F to be safe.
Aug 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw meatballs stored over washed tomatoes. Operator moved for proper storage.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at hand wash sink at ice machine. Operator provided paper towels.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on cook line. Employee moved for proper storage.
Apr 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed pink mold like substance in interior bin of the ice machine.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed unlidded trash receptacle in ladies restroom.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed partial labels on food storage containers on the storage shelf next to the dish machine.
Jan 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 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. Observed dish machine at first testing at 0ppm. Discover sanitizer empty, employee changed sanitizer, now testing at 100ppm.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed cut tortillas in direct contact with non food grade bag. Instructed employees on proper storage and employee discarded tortillas.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water broken at hand wash sink in bar area. Operator on process of fixing sink.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no covered trash receptacle in women's restroom.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting of plastic containers next to dish machine.
Apr 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In a hot holding pan on the stove, black beans (128F - Hot Holding); rice (124F - Hot Holding). Under four hours. Operator increased the heat under the water pan.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. There are multiple items stored inside the hand washing sink by the ice machine in the office. Operator cleared the hand washing sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. There are no paper towels at the hand washing sink by the ice. Machine in the office.
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 operator with copies of the employee health reporting agreement, operator began having employees read and sign the agreement.
No soap provided at handwash sink. There is no soap at the hand washing sink by the ice machine in the office. Operator provided soap.
Silverware/utensils dried with a towel/cloth. An employee is wiping utensils with a cloth after running through the dish washer. Inspector educated the operator and employee that all washed and sanitized utensils must be air dried.
Oct 24, 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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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at the bar. Bartender marked the sanitizer bottle.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles on the reach in cooler gaskets.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils with no lid. Operator voluntary discarded the drink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust reach in cooler gaskets.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses at the bar. Operator placed wet wiping cloth inside the sanitizer bucket.
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