Black Forest Restaurant
Last inspected: Jan 21, 2026
78
Score
Inspectors have visited Black Forest Restaurant seven times, with records going back to 2022. On Jan 21, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
That's lower than the typical Naples restaurant, which scores around 81. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 21, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - 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 raw/undercooked ingredient with no reminder such as an asterisk to alert the consumer advisory applies. Smoked salmon offered on menu with no reminder.
02B-04-5
Intermediate - 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 form for operator so employees can read, sign and date forms. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Several ceiling tiles are acoustic.
36-37-5
78
Oct 3, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - 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. Smoked Salmon pancakes offered on menu with no reminder that consumer advisory applies.
02B-04-5
Intermediate - 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 Employee reporting agreement forms for operator to give to employees. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-14-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Some Ceiling tiles in food storage area are acoustic.
36-37-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On front line, observed utensils in standing water 110F. Operator discarded water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
67
Aug 20, 2024
Complaint Full
2 major violations.
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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. In dishwasher area. Operator labeled bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Near dishwasher
31A-09-4
82
May 2, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed water pitcher stored in hand wash sink at cook line. Operator removed pitcher. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days opened commercially processed, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed ham in freezer not date marked.
02C-06-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense spice. Educated on having scoops with handles. Operator removed cup.. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Corrected On-Site**
50-09-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sink at cook line.
31B-04-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage.
36-02-5
64
Nov 1, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup with no handle in stabilizer and yeast. Operator removed cup. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken and cooked duck thawing at room temperature. Operator moved to thaw in cooler or under running water. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
90
May 11, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork, raw veal and raw chicken over ready to eat products. Operator moved for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - 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. Observed no written plan for clean up vomit or diarrhea. Provided operator with written plan. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - 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 agreements. Provided operator with new employee agreement information.
11-26-1
70
Dec 28, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - 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 testing at 0ppm. Operator set up manual sanitizer and called technician. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-41-4
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Black Forest Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Black Forest Restaurant on file is from Jan 21, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Black Forest Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Black Forest Restaurant.
How does Black Forest Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Naples?
Black Forest Restaurant most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Naples average of 81.
Has Black Forest Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Black Forest Restaurant have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Black Forest Restaurant means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Black Forest Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Black Forest Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.
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