Limoncello
Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026
64
Score
Across the available record, Limoncello has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 17, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near six violations per visit across recent inspections.
Across the inspection history, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
The city-wide average sits at 81, which Limoncello's 64 doesn't quite reach. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 17, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
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/Riccardo Pandolfini 1-21-21 expired. **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink in dishwasher area blocked by dirty dishes Ceiling **Warning**
31A-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold like substance in ice machine **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. In employee restroom **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. On front line observed tongs on oven door handle. **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On front line observed utensils in standing water 78F. Operator removed from water. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. **Warning**
38-04-4
64
Oct 6, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. At dishwasher area, Hand washing sink blocked.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-14-5
Basic - Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler.
38-04-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters have accumulated grease and debris
23-03-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. On front line of kitchen
14-20-4
67
May 5, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust behind the dish machine.
36-27-5
Basic - Hole in or other damage to low wall in dish area.
36-24-5
90
Dec 17, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw shell eggs over raw clams. Advised operator of proper order and was adjusted accordingly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Garbage can, non food grade, used as storage container for flour. Advised operator to use food grade storage containers only.
14-15-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Behind bar, hand wash sink utilized as to go container storage. Operator advised to clear sink and use as hand wash sink as it is designated as such.
31A-11-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used as scoop in several dry storage containers, and left in container. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Located in back of kitchen.
22-20-5
Basic - Employee using tongs to handle raw animal food and then ready-to-eat food without first washing, rinsing and sanitizing tongs. Found on pizza oven. Operator removed for washing and sanitizing.
08B-22-4
58
May 7, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed repackaged raw veal stored over pasta. Operator removed raw veal. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Men's restroom. Operator replaced batteries. **Corrective Action Taken**
31B-06-4
Intermediate - Clam tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
01C-05-4
Intermediate - Clam tags not marked with last date served. Educated operator on shellfish tags. **Repeat Violation**
01C-03-4
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 operator with written procedures. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed coffee cup stored in hand wash sink. Operator removed coffee cup. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Operator removed knives. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Operator inverted containers. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated gray-like substance underneath spray table in dishwash area and around mop sink.
36-27-5
45
Nov 27, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle of chemical stored on shelf above pizza line. Operator moved for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed clam tags not marked with date last sold. Educated operator on proper use and keeping of fresh shell stock tags.
01C-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed to go containers not stored inverted. Operator inverted for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
74
Apr 17, 2023
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed meat sauce (49F - Cold Holding) in walk in cooler from Saturday. Operator discarded product.. Repeat 7/12/2022 **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle of sanitizer stored on prep table. Operator moved for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed meat sauce and lemon sauce in walk in cooler made Saturday, per operator, not date marked.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Observed dish machine not dispensing detergent. Operator set up manual wash in three compartment sink and called technician. **Corrective Action Taken**
16-59-1
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed doors to women's and mens restroom not self closing.
32-04-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utinsels in standing water only 90F. Operator moved items for cleaning and proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
55
Jul 14, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Limoncello last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Limoncello on file is from Mar 17, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Limoncello?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Limoncello.
How does Limoncello compare to other restaurants in Naples?
Limoncello most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Naples average of 81.
Has Limoncello's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Limoncello have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Limoncello means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Limoncello inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Limoncello is inspected around two times per year on average.
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