Country House East
Last inspected: Dec 2, 2025
78
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at Country House East, the earliest from 2022. On Dec 2, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “in-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses”, which has been cited two times.
By comparison, the average Naples facility scores 81, putting Country House East on the weaker side. The record reflects steady performance over time.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 2, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In the reach in cooler raw pork sausage is stored above raw fish. Operator moved the pork sausage to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. There is a cup with no handle in a container of baking powder. Operate removed the handleless cup. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. There is an ice scoop on the drain board of the soda fountain. Operator moved the ice scoop to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
78
Jul 9, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. In the reach in cooler raw sausage is stored in the same pan as cooked meatloaf and salami. Operator moved the raw sausage. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-08-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.in the walk in cooler raw ground beef is stored above cooked potatoes and assorted cold cuts. Operator moved the ground beef. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ There is no certified food manager on site at the time of inspection with 6 employees handling food.
53A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. An employee is rinsing wiping towels in the hand washing sink at the front counter. When it was explained to the employee that the hand washing sink can only be used to wash hands the employee said ok and proceeded to fill the bucket.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. There are poached eggs and smoked salmon offered on the menu. Operator had previously marked the items with a marker. On multiple menus the marker has been washed off. Operator re-marked the menus. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02B-01-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. There are tongs on the oven door handle. Operator removed the tongs. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.there is a buildup of grease on the hood filters.
23-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. At the front counter wiping clothes are stored in water.
21-12-4
47
Jan 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. An employee cracked fresh shell eggs then handled clean plates without changing gloves and washing hands. Educated employee and operator on proper hand washing. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-21: Employee cracked fresh shell eggs into a pan, left kitchen to get a dry wiping towel, wiped his hands on a towel and then handled a clean spoon without changing gloves and washing hands. **Admin Complaint**
12A-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. There are no paper towels at the hand sink by the dishwasher. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-21: **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. There is no soap at the hand washing sink by the dishwasher. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-21: **Time Extended**
31B-03-4
70
Nov 21, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. An employee cracked fresh shell eggs then handled clean plates without changing gloves and washing hands. Educated employee and operator on proper hand washing. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
12A-27-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Poached eggs for eggs Benedict and smoked salmon are not identified as undercooked on the menu **Warning**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. There are no paper towels at the hand sink by the dishwasher. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. There is no soap at the hand washing sink by the dishwasher. **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. There is a ice scoop stored on the soda fountain drain board. Operator moved the ice scoop to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-12-5
61
Jul 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
70
Oct 31, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Wiping towel used as liner for food container. In a container on the cook line a wiping towel is in contact with cheddar cheese. Operator removed the towel. **Corrected On-Site**
14-86-1
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. The hand washing sink in the back kitchen is blocked by a case of sausage. Operator moved the sausage. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. There is a buildup of food debris on the slicer.
22-02-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. There are multiple cases of food stored on the floor in the walk-in freezer.
08B-38-4
67
Jul 31, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
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. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm), operator changed the sanitizer. Chlorine sanitizer 50ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.the hand sink at the front counter is used to rinse plates.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. There is no chlorine chemical test kit for chlorine sanitizer used in the dishwasher and triple sink .
16-37-1
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. Numerous employees have no proof that they have been informed of their responsibilities to report to the person in charge about foodborne illness activity.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In the make table in the back prep area egg salad that was prepared three days prior and chicken and tuna salad that were prepared more than 24 hours prior are not date marked.
02C-02-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. There are multiple cases of food stored on the floor in the walk in freezer.
08B-38-4
55
Jan 20, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
50
Jul 6, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
58
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Country House East last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Country House East on file is from Dec 2, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Country House East?
Across the inspection record, “in-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Country House East.
How does Country House East compare to other restaurants in Naples?
Country House East most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Naples average of 81.
Has Country House East's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Country House East have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Country House East 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 Country House East inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Country House East is inspected around three times per year on average.
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