Shabo's Bistro
Last inspected: Apr 17, 2026
47
Score
Across the available record, Shabo's Bistro has 12 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 17, 2026. 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 five violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “food-contact surface soiled with food debris”, which has been cited three times.
Restaurants in Naples average 81, so Shabo's Bistro trails the local norm. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
12
Inspections
1
Critical latest
6
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 17, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 major violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walkin cooler observed raw beef being stored over cooked chicken. **Warning**
08A-05-6
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**
53B-01-5
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. See stop sale. Operator not keeping clam tags **Warning**
01C-01-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. At three compartment sink observed unlabeled chemical spray bottles **Warning**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener has accumulated debris **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand washing sink near three compartment sink **Warning**
31B-02-4
47
Apr 16, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 15 small flying insects in corner near chest freezer and containers containing dirty dishes. No flying insects landing on food contact surfaces. **Warning**
35A-02-7
Intermediate - No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check sanitizer. Observed no color concentration kit for chlorine test kit. **Warning**
16-36-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor around walk-in coolers. **Warning**
36-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor in storage room soiled. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed containers of food stored on floor in Walk-in cooler #2. **Warning**
08B-38-4
67
Feb 19, 2026
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed reach in chest freezer fixed with tape. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-19: Observed chest freezer still on disrepair. Operator working on replacing. **Time Extended**
14-71-4
95
Feb 6, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed two dented cans of garbanzo beans.
01B-01-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener has accumulated debris
22-02-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Microwave door handle has accumulated debris
23-24-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed several tongs being stored on oven door handle
10-20-4
67
Oct 1, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
35
Sep 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs over beer Walk in cooler. Operator rearranged products. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
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/ Shaaban Abdelkaway 3-11-2020 Serv Safe **Warning**
53A-03-7
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** **Warning**
22-02-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
67
Apr 21, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking faucet at triple sink.
29-11-4
95
Mar 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Operator changed supply bucket and primed machine. Machine re-ran at proper concentration. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing blue toxic substance not labeled. Chef labeled the bottle during the visit. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
78
Dec 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
67
Nov 16, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 8, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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. Observed dish machine reaching 10ppm. Operator called technician and set up manual sanitizer. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-41-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee drink in reach in cooler on cook line. Operator removed from cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
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. Observed reduced oxygen packed fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen. Operator removed from packaging. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between equipment on cook line and bench scrappers stored between wall and table on cook line. Operator moved items for cleaning and proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
74
Oct 18, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Shabo's Bistro last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Shabo's Bistro on file is from Apr 17, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Shabo's Bistro?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Shabo's Bistro.
How does Shabo's Bistro compare to other restaurants in Naples?
Shabo's Bistro most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Naples average of 81.
Has Shabo's Bistro's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Shabo's Bistro have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Shabo's Bistro 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 Shabo's Bistro inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Shabo's Bistro is inspected around three times per year on average.
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