Crave Culinaire
Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026
86
Score
Crave Culinaire appears in inspection records 12 times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 17, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Bonita Springs restaurant scores 80. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
12
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 17, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled in kitchen. Operator labeled bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing in back kitchen.
36-36-4
86
Dec 8, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed severly dented rims on cans of stuffed vine leaves with rice, can of sliced water chestnut, can of artichoke hearts, can of blackeye peas, can of cream of chicken, and can of mandarin oranges.
01B-01-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
33-19-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Multiple boxes of food stored on floor in walk in freezer. Operator moved to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop in flour and sugar with handle in contact. Operator removed and sanitized. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
67
Jul 1, 2025
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Jan 27, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee donned hat during the visit. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Personal cell phone was on clean dish shelving and a personal closed drink was on a prep table in the pastry room. Operator removed personal items to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
90
Sep 24, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink next to the walk-in cooler for drinks.
31B-02-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust at the dishwasher.
36-27-5
86
Aug 23, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Next to the ice machine
31B-02-4
90
May 1, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - Food-contact surface of the can opener was soiled with food debris build-up.
22-02-4
90
Jan 30, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Employee was cutting cucumbers for salads and not wearing gloves.
09-01-4
Intermediate - Squeeze bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Blue squeeze bottle near dish machine.
41-17-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a wristwatch while handling food.
13-07-4
74
Jan 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs were stored directly above ready to eat foods in the walk in cooler. Operator moved eggs. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
86
Jun 12, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
70
Jan 18, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations.
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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
50
Aug 16, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Splitter added to mop sink faucet, one vacuum breaker missing.
29-42-4
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) after running and priming three times. Operator called technician and set up manual sanitation in three compartment sink, 50ppm chlorine. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Animals in the food establishment or on premises. Observed dog walk through kitchen where food preparation takes place. Operator removed dog from kitchen. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-01-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On cook line utensils in standing water 120F. Operator turned in heat on stove to heat the water. This is a repeat violation from 4/5/2022. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has excessive accumulation of debris under cook line equipment.
36-73-4
61
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Crave Culinaire last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Crave Culinaire on file is from Mar 17, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Crave Culinaire?
Across the inspection record, “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Crave Culinaire.
How does Crave Culinaire compare to other restaurants in Bonita Springs?
Crave Culinaire most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Bonita Springs average of 80.
Has Crave Culinaire's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Crave Culinaire have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Crave Culinaire 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 Crave Culinaire inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Crave Culinaire is inspected around three times per year on average.
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