Sunburst Cafe
Last inspected: Jul 30, 2025
41
Score
Going back to 2022, Sunburst Cafe has nine inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Jul 30, 2025. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around six violations lately compared to roughly two violations before.
Restaurants in Naples average 81, so Sunburst Cafe trails the local norm. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
9
Inspections
3
Critical latest
2
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 30, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the reach in cooler near cook line raw cold smoked salmon was placed on top of ready to eat food, sauces and cooked vegetables. Operator rearranged foods for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. In reach in cooler I cook line, raw salmon still in packaging fully thawed stored overnight per operator. See stop sale.
01B-13-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Ice bath on cook line: diced ham (54F - Cold Holding); pork sausage (53F - Cold Holding); cracked liquid eggs (47F - Cold Holding); raw shelled eggs (49F ambient - Cold Holding) for 2 hours per operator. On front counter: milk (50F - Cold Holding) per operator for three hours. Operator states milk on counter is discarded at three hour mark, and discarded the milk. * corrected on site * Counter next to flat top: butter (78F - Cold Holding) for one hour per operator. Provided operator time as a public health control form and discussed use. Operator began filling out form at time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink near dish machine was blocked by strainer. Operator cleared handwashing sink for proper use. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Non-service animals permitted in the premises of the establishment. Observed non service dog held by guest inside of establishment. Guest and non service animal departed establishment shortly after. Provided operator with ADA Guidelines handout for service animals. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-22-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling and near by shelving about cook line soiled with accumulated dust and grease.
36-34-5
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. In reach in cooler I cook line, raw salmon still in packaging fully thawed stored overnight per operator. See stop sale.
06-09-1
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation in the kitchen while preparing food.
13-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Container of raw meats stored on the floor in walk in freezer, and boxes of eggs are stored touching the floor in the walk in cooler. Operator stated he will speak to owner regarding buying shelves.
08B-38-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Coffee filters in their bar area were stored facing upwards and exposed without a container.
25-05-4
41
Apr 4, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 3 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/ Observed expired CFM Graham Caven 1-3-19,Serv Safe National Restaurant Association
53A-03-7
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At Hand washing sink near ice machine no paper towels available. Operator replenished towels **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Per operator Jorge and Maggie, have been hired over sixty days with no proof of training available.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. At dishwasher area, observed unlabeled chemical spray bottle. Operator labeled bottle **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine with accumulated mold like substance. Operator cleaned and sanitized areas. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. At ice machine observed ice scoop on top of machine. Operator moved scoop to a container. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils at front line in standing water, 90F. Operator moved utensils to a hotter area of the griddle. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-07-4
58
Dec 10, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed batches of soup on walk in freezer floor.
08B-47-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven door handle. Operator moved tongs to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
90
Feb 28, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
95
Oct 23, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 21, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
58
May 22, 2023
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
23
Feb 9, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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.emailed and printed out form . Operator posted. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
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. Emailed and printed out form.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water at 75F in bathrooms.
27-16-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 100F. Educated operator and operator removed utensils. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet cloth by coffee machine in serving line.
21-12-4
67
Jul 18, 2022
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed the ceiling tile in the front prep area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-18: This will be time extended until next unannounced inspection to replace the ceiling tiles. **Time Extended**
36-37-5
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sunburst Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sunburst Cafe on file is from Jul 30, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
How does Sunburst Cafe compare to other restaurants in Naples?
Sunburst Cafe most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Naples average of 81.
Has Sunburst Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Sunburst Cafe have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Sunburst Cafe 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 Sunburst Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sunburst Cafe is inspected around three times per year on average.
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