Giardino Gourmet Salads
Last inspected: Sep 30, 2025
78
Score
Giardino Gourmet Salads appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Sep 30, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around five violations to closer to two violations per visit.
“Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Compared to other Naples restaurants (averaging 81), there's room to close the gap. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 30, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
78
Aug 13, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed grab and go cookies with no address on the label.
02D-03-4
Basic - Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed an employee with hair not completely restrained. Educated employee about hair restraint requirements. Employee improved restraint. **Corrected On-Site**
13-02-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. In Walk in cooler, observed water leaking from the condenser.
29-11-4
86
Feb 15, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 3, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-03: Will observe on February 19 **Time Extended**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Ali has been employed for one year with no proof of training. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-03: Will observe on Feb 15. **Time Extended**
53B-02-5
82
Dec 21, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. At front counter area, near garbage cans and cabinets storing single use items, Observed twelve small flying insects. One on a hard boiled egg container in a reach in cooler, Two on a syrup squeeze bottle. Stop sale issued. In kitchen observed two small flying insects near back door, not in a food prep area. **Warning**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. cooked rice (96F - Reheating); Second test after thirty minutes (175F) cooked rice cooked quinoa (76F - Reheating); Chicken tortilla soup (74F - Reheating); butternut squash soup (71F - Reheating) Operator put rice back in rice cooker, increased steam table temperature and began stirring soup in increments. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03E-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. At front counter area, near garbage cans and cabinets storing single use items, Observed small flying insects. One on a hard boiled egg container in a reach in cooler, Two on a syrup squeeze bottle. Stop sale issued. **Warning**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Warning**
50-17-3
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. In kitchen, observed cooked rice (110F - Cooling) in deep third pans with lids. Per operator rice has been cooling for one hour. Educated Operator on cooling process and required time and temperature. Operator spread rice out on sheet pans, and placed in walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03D-15-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-03-7
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. Ali has been employed for one year with no proof of training. **Warning**
53B-02-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Warning**
32-12-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. In kitchen prep area, observed cell phone on shelf above food in preparation **Warning**
40-06-5
33
Aug 3, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
70
Apr 10, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. Provided operator with handout, and information on employee reporting agreements. - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-10: Operator has handouts, and is in the process of complying **Time Extended**
11-03-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Cookies at front counter have no labeling, and are packaged onsite and available for customers to reach themselves. - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-10: **Time Extended**
02D-03-4
86
Nov 28, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold Holding); diced cut chicken (51F - Cold Holding); chicken noodle soup (51F - Cold Holding); broccoli cheese soup (52F - Cold holding)tofu (53F - Cold Holding); feta cheese (50F - Cold Holding) After discussion, Operator discarded products, and moved other time/ temperature controlled foods to other refrigeration units. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. hard boiled eggs (50F - Cold Holding); diced cut chicken (51F - Cold Holding); chicken noodle soup (51F - Cold Holding); broccoli cheese soup (52F - Cold Holding); tofu (53F - Cold Holding); feta cheese (50F - Cold Holding) After discussion, Operator discarded products, and moved other time/ temperature controlled foods to other refrigeration units. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Dented can of black olives in storage area. Per operator discussion operator segregated can **Warning**
01B-01-4
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Cookies at front counter are not labeled **Warning**
02D-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Kitchen walls have accumulated dust above triple sink **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.microwave handle near back door has buildup of debris. **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Almonds in kitchen have a cup with no handle for a scoop **Warning**
14-01-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Giardino Gourmet Salads last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Giardino Gourmet Salads on file is from Sep 30, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Giardino Gourmet Salads?
Across the inspection record, “label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Giardino Gourmet Salads.
How does Giardino Gourmet Salads compare to other restaurants in Naples?
Giardino Gourmet Salads most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Naples average of 81.
Has Giardino Gourmet Salads' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Giardino Gourmet Salads have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Giardino Gourmet Salads 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 Giardino Gourmet Salads inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Giardino Gourmet Salads is inspected around three times per year on average.
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