BROTHERS FISH HOUSE
3821 TAMIAMI TRAIL UNIT A, Port Charlotte FL 33952 · 941-627-1006
Last inspected Dec 16, 2025 · 9 visits since July 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 12 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Dec 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Observed lime scale buildup inside the Dish Machine. Operator cleaned the interior of Dish Machine.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed residue buildup on the wall at ware washing area. Operator cleaned the wall.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour container not labeled at prep table. Operator labeled the food item.
Sep 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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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 chlorine sanitizer 0ppm on measuring device due to empty sanitizer container. Operator replaced the empty sanitizer container.
Expired chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed expired chlorine test strips dated 10/22.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple cups stacked wet with no airflow at wait station next to soda fountain machine. Operator removed the cups from being stacked to allow airflow.
Mar 31, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 29, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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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/ Maximino Nunez Padron, 11/01/2019.
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/
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint at cookline. Employee placed hair restraint over their head.
Oct 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at prep area handwash sink. Operator placed soap at handwash sink.
Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed no consumer advisory posted for raw oysters. Operator able to provide the document by the end of inspection.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed no expiration date on the foodhandler training certificates. Operator completed the documents.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at prep area handwash sink.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwash sign at prep area handwash sink.
Mar 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. Educated the operator and sent the Shellfish Tag Guidance.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Operator in the process of completing the Seating Change Evaluation form.
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Operator in the process of completing the Seating Change Evaluation form. The wastewater information is completed. The operator is in the process of completing the local fire authority information.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete throughout the kitchen and prep area.
Jan 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed behind Walk in Cooler and Make Table handles. Educated the operator.
Open dumpster lid. Operator closed the lid.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at kitchen.
Sep 19, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout the kitchen.
Jul 20, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken over okra at Reach in Freezer. Operator switched the food items.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days.
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.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee at prep area.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout the kitchen.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.