Cheddars Scratch Kitchen

10940 Tamiami Trail, Naples, FL 34108

American

Last inspected: Nov 5, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Cheddars Scratch Kitchen has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent report on file is from Nov 5, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

Across the inspection history, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Compared to the broader Naples restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Nov 5, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Jul 15, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Feb 6, 2025

Complaint Full

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle of sanitizer stored with in use utensils, behind bar. Operator removed and placed is proper storage location. **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shrimp stored over butcher of ready to eat pickles. Operator moved items to proper location. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Located in walk in freezer. Operator is aware. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Oct 29, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee handled personal cell phone then handled single service items. No handwashing. Employee advised to dispose of single service container and wash hands. **Corrected On-Site**

12A-29-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.

14-69-4

Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Operator inverted utensils and cleaned and sanitized. **Corrected On-Site**

24-18-4

Mar 13, 2024

Complaint Full

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in cooler drawer far left cook line; raw chicken (52F - cold holding) Chicken was out for 2 hours per operator. Operator removed chicken and placed in larger cooler for quick cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Containers with no handle in sugar bin under prep line. Operator removed scoops **Corrected On-Site**

14-01-5

Dec 13, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed vacuum breaker not present on splitter at mop sink. Operator able to provide and attach vacuum breaker. **Corrected On-Site**

29-42-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice in walk in freezer with ice build up. Operator in process of getting fixed. **Corrective Action Taken**

14-69-4

Jul 11, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12/1/2022.

50-17-3

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cheddars Scratch Kitchen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cheddars Scratch Kitchen on file is from Nov 5, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cheddars Scratch Kitchen?

Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Cheddars Scratch Kitchen.

How does Cheddars Scratch Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Naples?

Cheddars Scratch Kitchen most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Naples average of 81.

Has Cheddars Scratch Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cheddars Scratch Kitchen have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Cheddars Scratch Kitchen 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 Cheddars Scratch Kitchen inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Cheddars Scratch Kitchen is inspected around three times per year on average.

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