Pelican Bay, Collier County

BRIO

5505 TAMIAMI TRAIL N, Pelican Bay, FL 34108

FoodSeating
Latest violations
6
2 High Priority
Mar 13, 2026
City
Pelican Bay
County
Collier
Status
Current / Change Owner Pending
Inspections
19

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

Mar 13, 2026

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 4Total: 6

03A-02-5

Detail 24439848

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On cooks line, observed clam sauce (50F - Cold Holding); cream sauce (50F - Cold Holding); meat sauce (50F - Cold Holding) on ice. Per operator, products have been cold holding for two hours. Operator added more ice to ice bath. Corrective Action Taken

41-10-4

Detail 24439847

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. At outside bar, observed chemical spray being stored with clean glasses. Operator moved chemical to proper storage. Corrected On-Site

22-02-4

Detail 24439849

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener has accumulated debris. Operator moved can opener to dishwasher area to be cleaned and sanitized. Corrective Action Taken

31A-11-4

Detail 24439846

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. At outside bar, observed Hand washing sink being used as a dump sink. At dishwasher Hand washing sink observed knife being stored inside. Operator removed knife. Corrected On-Site

11-26-1

Detail 24439845

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 form to operator. Operator printed handout and handed them to the staff to read sign and date during inspection. Corrective Action Taken

41-17-4

Detail 24439850

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Near pizza station observed unlabeled chemical spray bottle.

Oct 22, 2025

Routine - Food

Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate: 1Total: 1

53B-01-5

Detail 24137640

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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 - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-22: No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees this visit. Admin Complaint

Aug 21, 2025

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Total: 2

29-44-4

Detail 23976391

High Priority - Air gap between water supply inlet and flood rim of equipment/sink is less than one inch. Dipper well at pizza station has no air gap. Warning

53B-01-5

Detail 23976392

Intermediate - 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

Mar 31, 2025

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Mar 21, 2025

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 2Basic: 3Total: 6

12A-13-4

Detail 23649222

High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee at bar not washing hands after picking up dropped lime. Educated employee. Employee discarded lime and washed hands before working again with food . Corrected On-Site Warning

31A-09-4

Detail 23649226

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink next to three compartment sink blocked by ladder. Operator removed ladder. Corrected On-Site Warning

22-56-4

Detail 23649221

Intermediate - Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Observed 152 on plate surface, less than 160F on plate surface. Operator called technician. Corrective Action Taken Warning

24-08-4

Detail 23649224

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Warning

29-11-4

Detail 23649223

Basic - Water leaking from pipe underneath hand wash sink at cook line. Warning

21-08-4

Detail 23649225

Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed quaternary ammonium concentration at 100 ppm. Operator changed sanitizer. Corrective Action Taken Warning

Oct 23, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 3Basic: 5Total: 10

22-43-4

Detail 23305305

High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Three compartment sink sanitizer basin registered at 0ppm when tested. Operator replaced chemical concentrate and flushed existing sanitizer. Refilled sanitizing solution registered at 200ppm. Corrected On-Site

29-42-4

Detail 23305303

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Operator advised need to attach vacuum breaker.

31A-11-4

Detail 23305302

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. In bar area, hand washing sink used to store product for bar and inaccessible. Operator cleared and cleaned basin of sink. Corrected On-Site

02B-02-5

Detail 23305306

Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Operator states new menu mistakenly did not include consumer advisory. Discussed with operator to print placard at time of inspection and to take steps to correct menus with proper denotation. Operator placed placard in conspicuous area. Corrective Action Taken

41-17-4

Detail 23305299

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. X4 spray bottles not bearing name of substance. Operator placed proper name on bottles. Corrected On-Site

36-36-4

Detail 23305300

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Found in area outside of kitchen in dining room, directly above table used by patron. Advised operator need for repair.

12B-02-4

Detail 23305298

Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee eating in food prep area. Operator notified.

14-69-4

Detail 23305304

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Found in walk in freezer. Operator states a work order has been placed. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

10-07-4

Detail 23305301

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In pizza prep station, utensils found in dipper well with no circulating/running water. Operator advised to clean and sanitize all utensils held in well and clean and sanitize basin. Operator complied and acknowledged need to keep water circulating/running. Corrective Action Taken

29-49-6

Detail 23305297

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler at end of cook line. Operator advised.

Jan 23, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 2Basic: 2Total: 5

28-26-5

Detail 22583407

High Priority - Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Observed gray water back up from floor drain at edge of cook line. Area able to be blocked off so water can not spread and plumber was call for emergency service. Corrective Action Taken

53A-05-6

Detail 22583405

Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed no certified food manager present with five cooks and five servers/bartenders working.

31B-03-4

Detail 22583408

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink in bar area. Operator provided soap. Corrected On-Site

14-69-4

Detail 22583406

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up in walk in freezer.

29-07-5

Detail 22583409

Basic - Plumbing system improperly installed or repaired. Observed vacuum breaker at mops sink improperly installed. Instructed operator on proper installation.

Aug 28, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 3Total: 5

03A-02-5

Detail 22239807

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw salmon (54F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (60F - Cold Holding) in cook line drawer. Operator voluntarily discarded. Corrected On-Site

31B-03-4

Detail 22239804

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink in men's handicap stall. Operator provided soap. Corrected On-Site

14-01-5

Detail 22239805

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed deli cup with no handle in sugar. Operator removed cup. Corrected On-Site

24-08-4

Detail 22239808

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting of plastic containers near dish area. Operator separated for proper drying. Corrective Action Taken

10-01-5

Detail 22239806

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle of scoop touching cut olives, chopped herbs, pasta and ice. Operator moved for cleaning and proper storage. Corrected On-Site

Jun 27, 2023

Complaint Full

Emergency Order Callback Complied

High Priority: 1Total: 1

29-42-4

Detail 22085683

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no vacuum breaker on splitter at mop sink. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-27: Observed no vacuum breaker on splitter yet. Operator going to store to get one. Time Extended

Jun 26, 2023

Complaint Full

Emergency order recommended

High Priority: 2Basic: 3Total: 5

35A-05-4

Detail 22084852

High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed five live roaches behind ice machine and three live roaches in coffee/tea area in kitchen. Operator has contacted pest control to come treat again. Warning

29-42-4

Detail 22084851

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no vacuum breaker on splitter at mop sink. Warning

22-20-5

Detail 22084849

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine with a black/green mold-like substance in it. Warning

35A-03-4

Detail 22084853

Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach under dishwasher and one dead roach on floor in back hall storage area. Warning

10-07-4

Detail 22084850

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water reaching 119F. Operator turned in burner for heating. Corrective Action Taken Warning

Apr 24, 2023

Complaint Full

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 1Basic: 3Total: 4

31B-02-4

Detail 21954284

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sinks in bar areas. Operator provided paper towels.. Repeat 11/1/2022. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

24-08-4

Detail 21954285

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting of plastic containers and hotel pans. Operator separated for drying. Repeat 8/19/2022, 11/1/2022. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

14-69-4

Detail 21954283

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up in walk in freezer dripping on to boxes.

10-06-5

Detail 21954282

Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed handle of scoop touching pasta. Operator removed scoop. Corrected On-Site

Nov 1, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 3Basic: 4Total: 7

31B-02-4

Detail 21541975

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at hand ash sink in center of cook line. Operator provided paper towel. Corrected On-Site

03F-10-5

Detail 21541980

Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed no written plan for items on salad area that are held on time. Provided and instructed operator with plan for time as public health control. Corrective Action Taken

41-17-4

Detail 21541979

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle of grease cleaner with no label. Operator provided label. Corrected On-Site

22-20-5

Detail 21541976

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine with a black/green mold-like substance.

12B-07-4

Detail 21541974

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open employee drink on cook line. Operator removed drink. Corrected On-Site

24-08-4

Detail 21541977

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting of plastic pans on shelving next to dish machine. Repeat 8/19/2022. Repeat Violation

08B-17-4

Detail 21541978

Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed ready to eat capriccio under unwashed vegetables. Educated operator on proper storage and operator moved. Corrected On-Site

Aug 19, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Basic: 3Total: 4

41-10-4

Detail 21289364

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed butane stored shelf with food. Operator removed for proper storage. Corrected On-Site

24-08-4

Detail 21289361

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting of pans on rack next to dishwasher. Operator separated for proper drying. Corrective Action Taken

10-06-5

Detail 21289363

Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed tongs and scoops touching cut lettuce. Operator removed for cleaning and replaced.. Repeat 6/14/2022 Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

24-18-4

Detail 21289362

Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed utensils food contact surface up. Operator removed for cleaning and proper storage. . Repeat 6/14/2022 Corrective Action Taken

Jun 14, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 5Total: 7

22-57-6

Detail 21137916

High Priority - Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Observed dish machine only reaching 148F. Operator set up manual sanitation using chlorine.

16-37-1

Detail 21137921

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no test kit for either chlorine or the ecolab sink and surface sanitizer solution used.

14-69-4

Detail 21137919

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up in walk in freezer.

10-06-5

Detail 21137920

Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed handle of scoop touching lettuce and pasta. Operator moved for proper storage. Corrected On-Site

16-48-4

Detail 21137918

Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Observed dried food on knives stored on cook line. Operator removed for proper cleaning.. Repeat 2/22/22. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

24-18-4

Detail 21137915

Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed silverware stored food contact side up. Operator covered with towel to prevent contamination. Corrected On-Site

29-49-6

Detail 21137917

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in the bottom of two coolers in behind the cook line.

Apr 28, 2022

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Feb 22, 2022

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 2Basic: 4Total: 7

08A-20-5

Detail 20879602

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken being stored over raw seafood in the reach in cooler drawer. Operator moved to proper storage. Corrected On-Site Warning

31B-02-4

Detail 20879606

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink between three compartment sink and dishwasher. Also no towels at hand wash sink across from dishwasher. Operator provided paper towels.. Repeat 11/16/2021 Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

53B-01-5

Detail 20879605

Intermediate - 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. Observed no employee training for the establishment. Warning

24-08-4

Detail 20879604

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting of pans stored in shelving near dish machine. Warning

10-17-4

Detail 20879607

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between container and wall on cook line. Operator moved to proper storage. Corrected On-Site Warning

16-48-4

Detail 20879601

Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Observed dried food on knives, tongs and ladles after being cleaned. Operator removed items for proper cleaning. Corrective Action Taken Warning

29-19-4

Detail 20879603

Basic - Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Observed slow moving drain on main cook under boiling water unit. Repeat 11/16/2021 Repeat Violation Warning

Nov 16, 2021

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 2Basic: 5Total: 9

12A-13-4

Detail 20662947

High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed a server drop off dirty dishes and then picked up a clean water pitcher without washing hands first.

29-37-4

Detail 20662945

High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed the spray arm is lower then the flood rim at the dish machine.

31B-02-4

Detail 20662951

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the hand wash sink at the bar. Operator supplied the paper towels. Corrected On-Site

27-16-4

Detail 20662950

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water at 78°F after being ran for five minutes at the hand wash sink by the three compartment sink. This is a repeat violation from 09/16/21. Discussed with operator about making sure the hot water at all hand wash sinks are at least 100°F. plumber on site was able to repair hot water, now 110° F . Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

24-08-4

Detail 20662948

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting pans at the dish area.

31B-04-4

Detail 20662946

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign in the employees men's bathroom. Chef provided the hand wash sign. Corrected On-Site

29-19-4

Detail 20662953

Basic - Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Observed slowing move drains on the main line.

08B-12-5

Detail 20662949

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked sausage in the walk in cooler not covered.

06-01-5

Detail 20662952

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen calamari in a sink, operator turned on the cold water. This is a repeat violation from 09/16/21. Discussed with operator ensuring the all potentially hazardous products are thawed correctly. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Sep 16, 2021

Complaint Full

Emergency Order Callback Complied

Intermediate: 1Basic: 1Total: 2

27-16-4

Detail 20516016

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sinks on cooks line or restrooms Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-09-16: Time Extended

29-49-6

Detail 20516017

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler in salad station. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-09-16: Time Extended

Sep 16, 2021

Complaint Full

Emergency order recommended

High Priority: 4Intermediate: 2Basic: 4Total: 10

12A-19-4

Detail 20514890

High Priority - Employee washed hands with cold water on cooks line. Educated operator on proper hand washing temperature. Educated operator on proper hand washing. Operator rewashed hands. Corrected On-Site Warning

02C-01-5

Detail 20514898

High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed house made garlic butter in walkin cooler dated 8/28/2021. Operator voluntarily discarded foods. Corrected On-Site Warning

35A-05-4

Detail 20514893

High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 6 live roaches under equipment in kitchen prep and mop sink areas. Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 20514895

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chocolate cake (55°F - Cold Holding); layer cake (60°F - Cold Holding) overnight in tall reach in freezer on cooks line as per operator. Observed cooked potatoes (46°F - Cold Holding); cooked onions (46°F - Cold Holding) overnight in reach in cooler top at end of cooks line as per operator. Operator voluntarily discarded foods. Corrected On-Site Warning

31A-09-4

Detail 20514897

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink on cooks line blocked by steam table. Operator moved steam table. Observed utensils stored in hand washing sink in dishwasher area. Operator removed utensils. Corrected On-Site Warning

27-16-4

Detail 20514894

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sinks on cooks line or restrooms Warning

35A-03-4

Detail 20514892

Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 10 dead roaches under equipment in kitchen prep area. Warning

16-46-4

Detail 20514896

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Warning

29-49-6

Detail 20514891

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler in salad station. Warning

06-01-5

Detail 20514889

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed food thawing in sink with no running cold water. Operator moved foods to walkin cooler for proper thawing. Corrected On-Site Warning