When was Mela's Cafe in Naples last inspected?

Mela's Cafe in Naples was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 29, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

What are the most common violations at Mela's Cafe in Naples?

The most frequently cited violations at Mela's Cafe in Naples are: Proper hand/arm washing, Parasite destruction, Clean multi-use utensils.

How many health inspections has Mela's Cafe in Naples had?

Mela's Cafe in Naples has had 6 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.

What did the most recent inspection of Mela's Cafe in Naples find?

Mela's Cafe in Naples was most recently inspected on December 29, 2025 with 4 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

Has Mela's Cafe in Naples ever been shut down?

No, Mela's Cafe in Naples has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.

What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?

Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.

What does Florida violation V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?

Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.

What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?

Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.

Mela's Cafe in Naples

Last inspected: December 29, 2025

4392 Thomasson Dr, Naples, FL 34112

Collier County · Permanent Food Service
Owner: Illyrian Group LLC
DBPR License: SEA2103858

Overview

Mela's Cafe in Naples has accumulated 33 violations across 6 inspections since June 2024, averaging 5.5 violations per inspection — slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has no emergency closure history. High-priority violations have been cited in 5 of the last 6 inspections, including recurring findings of improper hand and arm washing (cited in 4 inspections), shell stock requirements failures (3 inspections), and parasite destruction violations (3 inspections). Employee health policy and employee health reporting violations were documented on October 18, 2024, and a Warning was issued on that date. A December 19, 2024 callback inspection resulted in full compliance with no violations. The most recent inspection on December 29, 2025 identified 2 high-priority violations involving shell stock and consumer advisory requirements, though the inspection was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

6Inspections

33Violations

0Closures

Last inspected DBPR: December 29, 2025

Mela's Cafe in Naples: Comparison to Collier County Averages

This Facility 5.5 violations / inspection 5.5 violations per inspection

Collier County Avg 4.01 violations / inspection 4.01 county average

This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures

Collier County Avg 0.1 closures / facility 0.1 county average

Mela's Cafe in Naples: Full Inspection History — DBPR (6)

2025 — 3 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority

Dec 29, 2025 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Jul 23, 2025 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

Feb 10, 2025 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

2024 — 3 inspections10 violations · 9 high priority

Dec 19, 2024 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Oct 18, 2024 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V11 Food in good condition

V13 Parasite destruction

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jun 5, 2024 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

Mela's Cafe in Naples: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mela's Cafe in Naples last inspected?: Mela's Cafe in Naples was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 29, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Mela's Cafe in Naples?: The most frequently cited violations at Mela's Cafe in Naples are: Proper hand/arm washing, Parasite destruction, Clean multi-use utensils.
How many health inspections has Mela's Cafe in Naples had?: Mela's Cafe in Naples has had 6 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Mela's Cafe in Naples find?: Mela's Cafe in Naples was most recently inspected on December 29, 2025 with 4 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Mela's Cafe in Naples ever been shut down?: No, Mela's Cafe in Naples has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?: Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
What does Florida violation V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?: Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?: Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.