BURG'R BAR
317 TAMIAMI TRL, Punta Gorda FL 33950
Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 6 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
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Observed butter cups not time marked next to Salad Station. Operator time marked the food item.
Expired chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed expired quaternary chemical test strips.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed residue buildup on the can opener blade. Operator cleaned and sanitized the blade.
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/ Person in Charge: Liam Bowles. The certified food service manager arrived during inspection.
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed residue buildup in the interior of ice machine.
May 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority5 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Observed cooked potatoes not time marked at cookline next to Deep Fryers. Operator time marked the food item.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed no date mark on open gallon of milk at Reach in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item
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. Observed no proof of Clean-up of Vomit and Diarrhea Cleaning Written Procedure. Emailed the procedure.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed residue buildup on the can opener blade at prep table across the Deep Fryers. Operator cleaned and sanitized the blade.
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. Observed no proof of Food Employee Reporting Agreement forms. Emailed the forms.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed cooked potatoes not time marked at cookline next to Deep Fryers and has no written procedure. Emailed the procedure, Time as a Public Health Control.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed tank not secured next to soda syrup boxes at bar by the handwash sink at entrance of bar.
Feb 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over/behind raw beef at Reach in Drawers. Operator placed the raw chicken on the bottom at Reach in Drawers.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed open gallon of milk not date marked at Reach in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed residue buildup on the can opener blade at prep table. Operator cleaned and sanitized the blade.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips at Dish Machine.
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.
Aug 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 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 test strip due crack on the connector of the tube that the sanitizer flows through. Operator replaced the connector to correct to a minimum of 50ppm.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over coleslaw at Walk in Cooler. Operator relocated the raw shell eggs at the bottom of shelf.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed old food debris on can opener blade at prep table. Operator cleaned and sanitized the blade.
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.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete at Walk in Cooler.
Feb 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with washed produce. Observed raw shell eggs over washed vegetables at Make Table. Operator switched the food items.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed open gallon of milk not date marked at Reach in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item.
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.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwash sign at kitchen and bar handwash sink.
Sep 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over hotdogs at Salad Station. Operator switched the food items.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed stainless steel cleaner on top of Dish Machine. Operator removed the chemical to the proper location with other chemicals on the floor.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple food items on the floor at Walk in Freezer. Operator removed the food items off the floor.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwash sign at ware washing area handwash sink.
Feb 23, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sausage link 109F at Flat Grill. Operator reheated to a minimum of 165F.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed multiple soda guns at bar. Educated the operator.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee at cookline. Employee placed hair restraint OB per their head.
Sep 27, 2023Inspection 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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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. Provided the written procedure.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator found the test strips by the end of inspection.
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 the form which was completed by the operator.
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.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed employee using cup to scoop ice with no handle. Educated the operator.
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.