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TRAIL CAFE AND GRILL

12820 TAMIAMI TRL N #6, Naples FL 34110

Last inspected Jan 27, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats88
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2102328
Grade history
MAR 24
OCT 24
MAR 25
AUG 25
NOV 25
▼ IMPROVING

5 inspections trending up, 21 points better than where it started.

Worst finding on record
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer bucket on front service counterat 500+ppm. Operator diluted the bucket, quaternary 200ppm.
High priority/41-27-4/Corrected On-Site
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Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Jan 27, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Intermediate/01C-05-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 27, 2026 · Time Extended
Nov 24, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded.

0 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Intermediate/01C-05-4/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Top of dishwasher soiled.
Basic/16-21-4/Warning
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. In Walk in cooler observed three packages unopened, thawed raw mahi mahi in Reduced Oxygen Packaging labeled "Remove from Packaging Before Thawing"Operator discarded product.
Basic/06-09-1/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Near ice machine, cove molding missing.
Basic/36-03-4/Warning
Fifty (50) foot-candles of light not provided at a food working surface or where safety is a factor. Kitchen lights are very dimly lit
Basic/38-11-4/Warning
Hole in or other damage to wall. Near ice machine, observed hole in wall near baseboard.
Basic/36-24-5/Warning
Ice buildup in reach-in chest freezer.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.on front line, observed tongs on oven door handle
Basic/10-20-4/Warning
Aug 28, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Menu contains an item made with a raw/undercooked animal food as an ingredient and description of item does not inform consumer of raw/undercooked animal food ingredient. Hidden poached eggs and smoked salmon with no reminder such as an asterisk to alert the consumer advisory applies.
Intermediate/02B-04-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 28, 2025 · Time Extended
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Ladies restroom door not self closing.
Basic/32-04-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 28, 2025 · Time Extended
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling in back prep area not smooth and durable.
Basic/36-37-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 28, 2025 · Time Extended
Aug 18, 2025Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
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
High priority/22-41-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork sausage and bacon being stored over cooked turkey in Walk in cooler. Operator rearranged products.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Menu contains an item made with a raw/undercooked animal food as an ingredient and description of item does not inform consumer of raw/undercooked animal food ingredient. Hidden poached eggs and smoked salmon with no reminder such as an asterisk to alert the consumer advisory applies.
Intermediate/02B-04-5/Warning
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Operator holding butter with no written plan.
Intermediate/03F-10-5/Warning
Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided sign for operator, operator hung sign.
Intermediate/02A-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Ladies restroom door not self closing.
Basic/32-04-4/Warning
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling in back prep area not smooth and durable.
Basic/36-37-5/Warning
Employee beverage in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee beverage in food preparation area near front line.
Basic/12B-02-4/Warning
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided poster to operator
Basic/51-13-4/Warning
Mar 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed front service hand wash sink used to rinse cloth. Educated operator on hand wash sink only.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Repeat Violation
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed ice buckets stored in floor near ice machine.
Basic/24-07-4
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. Operator removed fish from packaging.
Basic/06-09-1/Corrected On-Site
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cooks.
Basic/13-03-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Basic/10-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Oct 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken and ground beef over raw pork and seafood in walk in cooler. Operator advised and placed raw meats in proper order.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed dishwashing employee handle soiled rag then handle clean dishes, no removal of gloves, handwashing or replacement of gloves. Operator advised of need for proper handwashing when changing tasks.
High priority/12A-09-4/Corrective Action Taken
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Server station. Operator advised use sink only for handwashing.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. In wait station, ice been has accumulation of mold/slime like substance. Operator advised of need to clean and sanitize.
Basic/22-20-5
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Operator removed.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Located on cook line reach in cooler. Standing water on bottom shelf of cooler. Operator advised the possible need for proper maintenance.
Basic/29-49-6/Corrective Action Taken
Mar 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

4 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee dried hands on clothes/apron/soiled towel after washing. Dishwasher dried hands on dish towel instead of paper towels. Advised worker.
High priority/12A-18-4/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw salmon held over washed lettuce in cold holding prep line - reach in draws. Chef corrected. In walk in cooler raw bacon in shipping box held over wrapped cooked Brisket. Operator rearranged foods for proper protection.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. No vacuum breaker at back left outside faucet. Advise operator
High priority/29-34-4
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer bucket on front service counterat 500+ppm. Operator diluted the bucket, quaternary 200ppm.
High priority/41-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Step stool and garbage bin blocking hand sink closest to cook line. Operator corrected.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling above toaster area, flat grilled soiled.
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Advised operator.
Basic/33-11-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Microwave inside soiled on front service line.
Basic/23-03-4
Single-service articles improperly stored. Coffee filters not properly stored/ uncovered in front coffee bar service area.
Basic/25-05-4
Aug 28, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed dish washer handle dirty dishes then touch clean with no hand wash. Educated employee on proper hand washing. Employee washed hands and rewashed dishes that were handled.
High priority/12A-13-4/Corrected On-Site
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles heavily coated with dust.
Basic/36-34-5

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