Golf Club of the Everglades

8835 Vanderbilt Bch Rd, Naples, FL 34120

Bar / Pub

Last inspected: Dec 15, 2025

Score

High Risk

Golf Club of the Everglades has been inspected seven times since 2022. The most recent report on file is from Dec 15, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around five violations per visit lately, up from roughly three violations before.

“Dented/rusted cans present” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Restaurants in Naples average 81, so Golf Club of the Everglades trails the local norm. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 15, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 3 cans of diced tomatoes with severely dented rims.

01B-01-4

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish over ready to eat vegetables in walk in cooler.

08A-05-6

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at bar.

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Smoked salmon not identified on menu. Operator placed asterisk on menu item. **Corrected On-Site**

02B-01-5

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

16-62-1

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Box of raw beef on ground in walk in cooler. Operator moved to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-47-4

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.

36-37-5

Nov 25, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

View 2 violations

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Sep 16, 2024

Routine - Food

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

View 5 violations

High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. One 7-pound can of Sysco Baked Beans severely dented.

01B-01-4

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bowl of chopped lettuce sitting on top of the maketable and not in the cold well. Cook stated it was there less than four hours. Placed into to cooler to re-chill. lettuce (65F - Cold Holding)

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: can opener blade had encrusted debris.

22-02-4

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Cook observed preparing food wearing a bracelet.

13-07-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Purses sitting on top of jugs of oil and canned drinks in dry storage.

40-06-5

Mar 13, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener has a build-up of debris. Deli slicer has food debris under the blade (stored as clean).

22-02-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk-in fan guards have a dusty build-up.

23-03-4

Jan 9, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. Observed an open platter of pastries available for self-service at the breakfast buffet. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: Buffet not set up. **Time Extended**

08B-01-4

Apr 6, 2023

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 2 major violations.

View 5 violations

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. Observed employee touch dirty dishes and then handle cooked bacon, no handwash. Discussed with employee need to wash hands between tasks, employee removed gloves and washed hands before returning to food prep. **Corrective Action Taken**

12A-29-4

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over cooked chicken salad and cooked tuna salad in reach-in cooler on line left. Observed raw cold smoked salmon over ready-to-eat deli meats in walk-in cooler, also raw bacon over ready-to-eat olives. Operator moved all raw foods in coolers to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Coffee station: half and half (52F - Cold Holding), service line counter: ; butter (69F - Cold Holding) both for 2 hours per operator. Operator returned both items to reach-in cooler for proper cooling and cold holding. Provided operator with time as a public health control form and discussed proper use. This is a repeat violation from 11/9/2022. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**

03A-02-5

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 operator with Clean-up Of Vomiting And Diarrheal Events handout HR 5030-104. **Corrected On-Site**

11-27-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwash sink near triple sink used to fill up bucket of water.

31A-11-4

Nov 14, 2022

Routine - Food

No violations found.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Golf Club of the Everglades last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Golf Club of the Everglades on file is from Dec 15, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Golf Club of the Everglades?

Across the inspection record, “dented/rusted cans present” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Golf Club of the Everglades.

How does Golf Club of the Everglades compare to other restaurants in Naples?

Golf Club of the Everglades most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Naples average of 81.

Has Golf Club of the Everglades' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Golf Club of the Everglades have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Golf Club of the Everglades means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Golf Club of the Everglades inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Golf Club of the Everglades is inspected around two times per year on average.

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