Ocean Prime

699 5Th Ave South, Naples, FL 34102
Seafood
Last inspected: Jun 2, 2025
41
Score
High Risk

Across the available record, Ocean Prime has six inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jun 2, 2025. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.

Looking across the full record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

Restaurants in Naples average 81, so Ocean Prime trails the local norm. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

6
Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
8
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jun 2, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed tray of raw lamb stored over container of butter. Educated operator on proper storage of raw animal foods. Operator switched containers. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cream 50F cold hold less than 4 hours. Operator placed cream in ice. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed whisk stored inside hand wash sink. Operator removed whisk. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
16-62-1
Basic - Inaccurate/damaged temperature and/or pressure gauge(s) on dishmachine. Observed wash temperature gauge in disrepair.
16-38-5
Basic - Ceiling vent soiled with accumulated dust in back food prep area.
36-34-5
Basic - Floor area in front of salad prep reach in cooler covered with standing water.
36-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris underneath shelving un dry storage.
36-73-4
Basic - Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Observed wooden sushi bowl being used to cool rice.
14-13-4
Basic - In-use spatulas stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Operator removed spatulas. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Educated operator on proper storage of tongs. Operator removed tongs. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt/sugar container near raw bar reach un cooler. Operator labeled container. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
41
Apr 8, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-08: **Time Extended**
29-42-4
86
May 30, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the make table cooler in front of the broiler raw fish, raw lamb and raw lobster are stored over compound butters. Operator moved items to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. There is a buildup of old food debris on the can opener blade.
22-02-4
78
Aug 28, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
90
Jun 1, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
78
Aug 25, 2022
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the make table cooler in front of the broiler raw lamb is stored over cooked asparagus. This is a repeat violation from 6/16/2022. **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Some of the oyster tags are not marked with the last date served.
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. The hand washing sink at the bar is blocked by pans of lemons and limes. Operator removed the lemons and limes. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. There are tongs hanging from the oven door handle. Operator removed the tongs. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. There i# a buildup of ice around the walk-in freezer door. This is a repeat violation from 6/16/2022. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ocean Prime last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ocean Prime on file is from Jun 2, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ocean Prime?

Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Ocean Prime.

How does Ocean Prime compare to other restaurants in Naples?

Ocean Prime most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Naples average of 81.

Has Ocean Prime's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ocean Prime have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Ocean Prime 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 Ocean Prime inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Ocean Prime is inspected around two times per year on average.