Gelato & Co.

483 5Th Ave S Unit 2, Naples, FL 34102

Italian

Last inspected: Aug 26, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Gelato & Co. has been inspected seven times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Aug 26, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around two violations across recent inspections versus roughly four violations before.

Looking across the full record, “wet wiping cloth not stored” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Compared to the broader Naples restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 26, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Apr 28, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at front line. Operator labeled spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Basic - Scoop handle in contact with sugar. Operator removed the scoop. **Corrected On-Site**

10-08-5

Basic - Two ceiling tiles shows damage near by dishmachine.

36-32-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Water case on floor by kitchen entrance.

08B-38-4

Mar 27, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Dec 18, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tiramisu (47F - Cold Holding); cannoli (48F - Cold Holding); maritazzo (48F - Cold Holding); cheesecake (47F - Cold Holding) in front display case for service 3 hours. Operator turned down observed after 30 minutes new cannoli (42F - Cold Holding); cheesecake (44F - Cold Holding); tiramisu (45F - Cold Holding). **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

03A-02-5

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs over heavy cream in reach in cooler. Operator moved for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

08A-05-6

Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed Jose Santacruz Salazar taken on 11/25/2019, expired on 11/25/2024. **Warning**

53A-03-7

Basic - Silverware/utensils dried with a towel/cloth. Observed employee drying pan with towel. Educated employee on proper drying. **Warning**

24-17-4

May 15, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 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.

29-42-4

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. Provided the written procedure. **Corrected On-Site**

11-27-4

Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.

16-62-1

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

53B-02-5

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 the document which was completed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

11-26-1

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided the choking sign. **Corrected On-Site**

51-13-4

Sep 15, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times due cart being stored in front. Operator removed the cart.

31A-09-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses at the front counter, prep line near the hand washing sink and the ice cream maker.

21-12-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed yeast inside cup with no label on the wire shelf near the office.

02D-01-5

Dec 9, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

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/ Observed 4 employees with no certified manager on duty.

53A-05-6

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth in prep table not stored in sanitizer.Operator removed wiping cloth. **Corrected On-Site**

21-12-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Gelato & Co. last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Gelato & Co. on file is from Aug 26, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Gelato & Co.?

Across the inspection record, “wet wiping cloth not stored” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Gelato & Co..

How does Gelato & Co. compare to other restaurants in Naples?

Gelato & Co. most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Naples average of 81.

Has Gelato & Co.'s inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Gelato & Co. have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Gelato & Co. 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 Gelato & Co. inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Gelato & Co. is inspected around three times per year on average.

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