TARPON COVE YACHT RACQUET CLUB
471 BAY CLUB DR, Naples FL 34110 · 239-592-9808
Last inspected Mar 18, 2026 · 10 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed milk expired on 02/06/25. Stop Sale. Operator disposed of milk.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $280
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2015022129 | Apr 23, 2015 | Jul 2, 2015 | $280 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Mar 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In Walk in cooler observed raw salmon being stored over cooked potatoes. Operator rearranged products.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. In dishwasher area observed unlabeled chemical spray bottles
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed three frozen raw tuna packages in Reach in cooler. Educated operator about properly thawing reduced oxygen fish. Operator removed fish from packaging.
Oct 21, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. This is a repeat violation from 5-20-25
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler has rust pitted shelves. This is a repeat violation from 5-20-25
Oct 9, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 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 set up Three compartment sink for sanitizing and called service technician.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Operator secured tanks.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of food on freezer floor and dry storage room floor
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. This is a repeat violation from 5-20-25
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed several tongs on equipment handle on front line. Operator removed tongs
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler has rust pitted shelves. This is a repeat violation from 5-20-25
May 20, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris behind table near blender station.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris on table underneath grill.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Coffee filters. Operator placed filters in protective container.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt/sugar bin. Operator labeled containers.
Mar 17, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
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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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.org) 866-372-7233.
Feb 19, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed one 6lb can of beans and one 6lb can of cranberry sauce rusted and dented. Operator separated cans to be returned to distributor.
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.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 12/01/24.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed milk expired on 02/06/25. Stop Sale. Operator disposed of milk.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Milk 53F cold hold more than 4 hours. Stop Sale. Operator discarded dairy.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink in side prep station blocked by bowl and container blocking hand wash sink at bar. Educated operator on hand wash sink only. Operator removed bowl and container.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink at side prep station. Educated operator on importance of having paper towels at hand wash 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.org) 866-372-7233.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at bar.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair above walk in cooler.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed sweatshirt stored on top of shelf near food prep area.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Beer/beverage reach in cooler at bar.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
May 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed no chlorine sanitizer available for the dishmachine. The operator set up the three compartment sink for manual dishwasher washing.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked ham date marked 5/12. Observed egg whites date marked 5/12. The operator discarded the above food products.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed cooked ham date marked 5/12. Observed egg whites date marked 5/12. The operator discarded the above food products.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the slicer soiled with food debris.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the handwashing sink near the dry storage area blocked by a cart. The operator moved the cart.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink near the dry storage area. The operator provided paper towels for the hand sink.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap near the dry storage area.
Coffee filters not stored inverted or protected from contamination at the coffee/tea station. The operator properly stored the filters.
Food stored on floor. Observed a pan of fish stored on the floor in the walk in freezer. The operator properly stored the fish.
Ice buildup in the walk-in freezer.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed a spoon handle used to scoop cut melon not stored above the food. The operator removed the spoon.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed the lights in the dry storage area missing proper shielding.
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Observed an odor in the storage area near the employee restrooms.
Stored food not covered. Observed ice cream stored uncovered in the walk in freezer.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Oct 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded bbq pork (125F - Hot Holding); cooked onions (126F - Hot Holding) less than 2 hours. Operator reheated to 165F and placed for proper hot holding.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 canisters not secured. Operator secured canisters.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed inside of microwave soiled with food debris. Operator cleaned microwave.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Observed limes not washed before cutting. Educated operator on proper preparation. Discarded cut limes, washed and cut new.
Jul 14, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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.