VERANDA E
290 5TH AVE S, Naples FL 34102 · 239.325.3474
Last inspected Jun 4, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found. 50 in left corner cook line under handwash sink. 10 in front dry storage room on walls and white curtain.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025038889 | Apr 17, 2025 | Jun 5, 2025 | $200 |
| 7--2016044117 | Sep 8, 2016 | Oct 13, 2016 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jun 4, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw ground meet and raw fish stored over cooked short ribs. Operator moved for proper storage.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handles. Operator moved for proper storage.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed baking powder removed from original container and not labeled. Operator provided label.. Repeat 4/23/2026
Apr 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed beets temping at 98F. Operator indicated cooling for 2.5 hours. Educated operator on proper cooling, operator reheated to 168F and placed on ice for proper cooling.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service items stored in restroom. Educated operator on proper storage and operator moved.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed powder sugar shaker not labeled. Operator labeled shaker.
Jun 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed ranch dressing containing buttermilk dated 5/31/2025. Educated operator on proper date marking operator discarded ranch dressing.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed ranch dressing containing buttermilk dated 5/31/2025. Educated operator on proper date marking operator discarded ranch dressing.
Clean equipment and utensils stored not fully enclosed (open to outdoors/screened). Observed clean containers, pans and utensils stored not protected.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle. Operator moved for proper storage.
Plumbing system improperly installed or repaired. Observed vacuum breaker improperly installed. Educated operator on proper installation.
Silverware/utensils dried with a towel/cloth. Observed pans being towel dried. Educated operator on proper drying. Operator educated employee.
Apr 23, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. 2 way splitter added missing one vacuum breaker.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Far end cook line, hole in wall.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Doors open to kitchen with vermin present.
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken, employee bathroom in kitchen.
Apr 17, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. 50 in left corner cook line under handwash sink. 10 in front dry storage room on walls and white curtain.
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. In side dry storage room, black sea salt containing coconut charcoal.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk-in cooler:; raw snapper (46F - Cold Holding); cooked lobster stock (48F - Cold Holding); cooked crab meat (51F - Cold Holding); butter (45F - Cold Holding); cut melon (46F - Cold Holding) for 2 hours per operator after overfilling with hot foods to cool. Operator iced down foods and call walk-in cooler trailer technician for immediate service.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. 2 way splitter added missing one vacuum breaker.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Far end cook line, blocked with trash can. Operator removed.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Tuna roll and caviar on menu per operator served raw or undercooked and not marked as undercooked. Operator updated menu at time of inspection to indicate raw items.
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 employee reporting agreement, (HR 5030-309) manager health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-101)and employee health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-103], discussed with operator importance of employee heath.A
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves in walk-in cooler trailer.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water under left side kitchen handwash sink.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Far end cook line, hole in wall.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Doors open to kitchen with vermin present.
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken, employee bathroom in kitchen.
May 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over strawberries at Reach in Cooler. Operator placed raw shell eggs on bottom of Reach in Cooler.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef at exterior Walk in Cooler.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided the written procedure.
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 the form which was completed during inspection.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed all dishes and utensils stored on the side exterior of establishment on shelves exposed to contaminants.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed permanent exterior walk in cooler inoperable. The establishment has a temporary Walk in Cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed buildup of ice at exterior wait station.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tong on oven handle. Operator removed the tong to a proper and safe location.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed not labeled at sugar and flour container
Sep 8, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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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 on the reach in cooler gaskets.
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.