The Local
Last inspected: Feb 3, 2026
100
Score
The Local appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2023. The most recent visit was on Feb 3, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.
“Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
The city-wide average for Naples sits at 81, putting The Local on the better side of that line. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 3, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 3, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. All expired in 5/12/24 **Warning**
53B-05-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. The handwashing sink at the cook line is missing handwashing sign. Operator provided handwashing sign at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-04-4
86
Mar 5, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
39
Sep 19, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 11, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm); Triple Sink (Quaternary 200ppm)Operator set up Three compartment sink for sanitizing and called service technician. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-41-4
86
Feb 1, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. In dry storage area, observed two sterno being stored over soy sauce **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Floor mixer motor shroud in disrepair 8-24-23 **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Around Hand washing sink at front entrance, observed mold like substance on caulking
23-03-4
78
Aug 24, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
78
May 10, 2023
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 2 major violations.
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High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher tested at 0 ppm. Chlorine. Operator called technician and set up triple sink for sanitizing. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk-in cooler, raw shell eggs stored above shredded mozzarella cheese. Operator moved eggs below cheese. 1-19-23 **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. In walk-in cooler, kimchi dated 4-20. Operator discarded product **Corrective Action Taken**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. In walk-in cooler, kimchi dated 4-20. Operator discarded product **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In walk-in cooler, held for two days, per operator, cooked pasta (45F - Cold Holding); cooked potatoes (47F - Cold Holding) Operator discarded products
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk-in cooler, held for two days, per operator, cooked pasta (45F - Cold Holding); cooked potatoes (47F - Cold Holding) Operator discarded products **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Basic - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination different than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator is fermenting, peppers to make homemade hot sauce shelf stable. I informed operator that a HAACP plan and a Variance is necessary for this process.1-19-23 **Repeat Violation**
03G-50-1
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. Discussed procedures with operator.
11-26-1
33
Jan 9, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Local last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Local on file is from Feb 3, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Local?
Across the inspection record, “dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Local.
How does The Local compare to other restaurants in Naples?
The Local most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Naples average of 81.
Has The Local's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Local have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at The Local 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 The Local inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Local is inspected around three times per year on average.
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