LAVENDER CAFE & BISTRO
300 TAMIAMI TRL N · NAPLES · Collier County · FL 34102
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
8 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 4
22-41-4High 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. Sanitizer container was empty and chemicals were set up incorrectly. Dishwasher (Chlorine 00ppm); Operator corrected all issues to achieve: Dishwasher (Chlorine 100ppm) **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-20-5High Priority – Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw beef stored above raw fish in reach in cooler. Operator moved food to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03A-02-5High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked and cooled hashed potatoes (73 F – Cold Holding) on cooks line counter. Operator stated had been removed from refrigerator less than one hour prior. Operator returned to cooler to cool **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
41-10-4High Priority – Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bleach cleaner stored with clean plates and utensils. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
Intermediate 2
53B-01-5Intermediate – No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
11-26-1Intermediate – 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 Form DBPR HR 5030-103 **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
Basic 2
08B-49-4Basic – Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Personal food stored in front reach in cooler with beverages served to guests. Operator removed all personal food. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
23-03-4Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Mold like substance on walls around three compartment sink. **Warning**
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on October 1, 2026 2:02 PM.
Violation category totals
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1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.