Larrys Lunch Box Delicatessen
Last inspected: Mar 11, 2026
100
Score
Inspectors have visited Larrys Lunch Box Delicatessen nine times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 11, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around one violation, down from roughly six violations earlier in the record.
Looking across the full record, “ceiling not smooth” is the recurring theme, flagged three 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.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Mar 11, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 6, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Chlorine used in 3 compartment sink not at correct minimum strength Triple Sink (Chlorine 10ppm . Operator added sufficient chlorine for proper sanitation. Triple Sink (Chlorine 100ppm) **Corrected On-Site**
22-42-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs stored above cooked chicken in cooler near dishwashing area. Operator properly stored foods **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Silverware stored near dishwashing area are not properly stored. Operator stored silverware properly **Corrected On-Site**
24-18-4
70
Jan 14, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
52
Jan 30, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.10-30-23 Acoustic tiles in kitchen **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters have accumulated grease and debris
23-03-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. In kitchen, Hand washing sink is coming apart from the wall, is unsealed to wall area.
29-08-4
86
Oct 30, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener has accumulated debris
22-02-4
Basic - Hole in floor near server area.
36-24-5
Basic - Ice buildup in white reach-in freezer
14-69-4
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Single use food storage containers are being re used for food storage
25-32-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Around hood filters have accumulated grease and debris exhaust wall is dusty.
36-27-5
Basic - Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Unsealed plywood being used as a shelf for containers
14-06-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Acoustic ceiling tiles in kitchen
36-37-5
67
Jun 23, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 operator with handout for employee reporting agreements **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-23: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
90
Apr 12, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety, commercially processed food in the process of reheating for hot holding for more than 2 hours has not reached 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In prep area of kitchen, corned beef (107F - Reheating); pastrami (101F - Reheating), per operator all have been reheating since 9:00 a.m. It is 11:46a.m. now. **Admin Complaint**
03E-04-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In double door refrigerator near can opener, raw chicken being stored above raw beef steak. 11-4-23 discussed placement of time/temperature control foods by cooking temperature with operator. Operator moved raw beef steak to appropriate location **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In prep area of kitchen, corned beef (107F - Reheating); pastrami (101F - Reheating), per operator all have been reheating since 9:00 a.m. It is 11:46a.m. now. 11-4-23 **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
01B-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 handout for cleanup of vomit and diarrhea **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Menu contains an item made with a raw/undercooked animal food as an ingredient and description of item does not inform consumer of raw/undercooked animal food ingredient. At front counter, wall menu, and takeout menus have lox without a secondary symbol for consumer advisory. **Warning**
02B-04-5
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/ Four Employees handling food, and no certified food service manager present **Warning**
53A-05-6
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 operator with handout for employee reporting agreements **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Surrounding triple sink, and prep area with slicer. Walls have accumulated grease and debris **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Surrounding triple sink area **Warning**
36-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Kitchen floor in all areas has accumulated debris **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.11-4-22 **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
32-12-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.reach in freezer door on front line has accumulated debris and grease **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Flat top stoves, hood filters, Wall behind cooking equipment, have heavy accumulation of grease and debris 11-4-22 **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
32
Nov 4, 2022
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Dented can of Chili sauce per discussion operator discarded product **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Eggs and raw chicken stored above raw beef and hot dogs in double door refrigerator Discussed with operator and products were stored properly **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. corned beef brisket (104F - Reheating) 11:40 a.m. corned beef brisket (104F - Reheating) Per discussion with operator product reheating since 8:00 a.m. Operator discarded products **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety, commercially processed food in the process of reheating for hot holding for more than 2 hours has not reached 135 degrees Fahrenheit. corned beef brisket (104F - Reheating) Per discussion with operator product reheating since 8:00 a.m.
03E-04-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.Can opener has accumulated debris
22-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. No date marks in reach in refrigerator near hand sink potato salad and pasta salad. No date marks on portioned deli meats. No date marks on soups Discussed with operator importance of date marks.
02C-02-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Acoustic ceiling tiles in kitchen
36-37-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer in kitchen
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters have accumulated grease and debris Flat top griddle and six burner stove covered in accumulated grease and debris
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall surrounding triple sink exposed dry covered in mold like substance Kitchen walls near prep and cooking areas have accumulated grease and debris.
36-27-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Larrys Lunch Box Delicatessen last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Larrys Lunch Box Delicatessen on file is from Mar 11, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Larrys Lunch Box Delicatessen?
Across the inspection record, “ceiling not smooth” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Larrys Lunch Box Delicatessen.
How does Larrys Lunch Box Delicatessen compare to other restaurants in Naples?
Larrys Lunch Box Delicatessen most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Naples average of 81.
Has Larrys Lunch Box Delicatessen's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Larrys Lunch Box Delicatessen have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Larrys Lunch Box Delicatessen 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 Larrys Lunch Box Delicatessen inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Larrys Lunch Box Delicatessen is inspected around three times per year on average.
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