CURRY AND KABAB
3492 TAMIAMI TRL STE A&B, Port Charlotte FL 33952 · 941-979-8080
Last inspected Jul 9, 2026 · 7 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections within 9 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef at Walk in Cooler. Operator corrected by switching the food items.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2019049360 | Sep 26, 2019 | Oct 24, 2019 | $400 |
| 7--2019049066 | Sep 26, 2019 | Oct 9, 2019 | — |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jul 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed multiple ice cubes and straws at wait station handwash sink. Educated the operator of the handwash sink strictly for hand washing.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed men's and women's bathroom doors not tight fitting.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board has multiple cut marks and stained.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint at kitchen. Employee placed hair restraint over their hair/head.
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In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed multiple utensils in water 122F at stove. Operator increased the temperature to a minimum of 135F.
Nov 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Observed raw beef over bottle waters at Walk in Cooler. Operator relocated the bottle waters to a proper and safe place away from raw food items.
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 cold holding unit. Operator date marked the food item.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed waste receptacle blocking the kitchen handwash sink. Operator removed the waste receptacle from blocking the handwash sink.
Stored food not covered. Observed multiple food items with no cover at Walk in Cooler. Operator placed lids on the containers of food items.
Aug 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 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. Corrected to a minimum of 50ppm by priming the sanitizer lines.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed container inside the basin of kitchen handwash sink. Operator removed the container.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked sauce not date marked at Walk in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed residue buildup at exterior of Dish Machine You will find your Licensing Information Checklist attached to this e-mail. Operator cleaned the exterior of Dish Machine.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour container not labeled at kitchen by prep table. Operator labeled the food items with.
Dec 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee rinsing hands at 3 compartment sink. Educated the employee to wash hands with soap at handwash sink. The employee complied by washing hands at the handwash sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee dumping water at the kitchen handwash sink. Educated the operator of only using the handwash sink to wash hands.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed residue buildup behind multiple cold holding unit handles. Operator cleaned the handles.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed multiple knives between the Make Tables. Operator removed the knives between the make tables and wash, rinse, and sanitize the utensils.
Jul 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over cooked chicken at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Operator cleaned the exterior of Dish Machine.
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.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple container at dish shelf.
Open dumpster lid. Operator closed the lid.
Nov 9, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee at cookline. Educated the employee to compliance by washing hands.
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.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at ware washing area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed behind Walk in Cooler handles.
Aug 25, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 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 raw beef at Walk in Cooler. Operator corrected by switching the food items.
Multiple utensils not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed at ware washing area dish shelf. Operator inverted the utensils.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed behind the handles of Walk in Cooler and Freezer door. Operator cleaned behind the handles.
Stored food not covered. Observed multiple food items at Walk in Cooler. Operator covered the food items.
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.