DOWNTOWN GATORZ
502 KING ST, Punta Gorda FL 33950 · 941-347-7518
Last inspected Nov 6, 2025 · 6 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections within 6 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at ware washing area handwash sink. Operator turned the hot side on due to pipes in disrepair.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2017014364 | Mar 21, 2017 | Apr 24, 2017 | $400 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Nov 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
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.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at kitchen handwash sink. Operator placed paper towels at handwash sink.
Ambient air thermometer not located in the warmest part of the cold holding unit. Observed display cooler unit thermometer at the back of the cold holding unit. Operator moved the thermometer to the front of the unit.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed residue buildup behind the handle at Walk in Cooler. Operator cleaned and sanitized the handle.
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Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed multiple disposable containers not inverted at kitchen shelf. Operator inverted the containers.
Jul 16, 2025Inspection 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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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chili not date marked at Walk in Cooler. Operator date marked the food items.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer at Reach in Cooler. Operator placed ambient thermometer at Reach in Cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen fish at room temperature at 3 compartment sink. Operator placed under cold running water.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed wiping cloth sanitizing solution on the floor next to prep table. Operator placed the sanitizing solution in a clean container on shelf under prep table.
Jan 28, 2025Inspection 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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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.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed residue buildup at Walk in Cooler handles. Operator cleaned the handles.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet wiping cloth under cutting board at Make Table. Operator removed from underneath the cutting board.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth at Make Table. Operator placed the wet wiping cloth in sanitizer solution.
Aug 6, 2024Inspection 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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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw gator meat behind deli meat at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items.
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.
In-use spatula stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed spatula between the oven and prep table touching underneath the oven. Operator removed to wash and sanitize the equipment.
Oct 10, 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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Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed employee at kitchen. Educated the employee to compliance by washing hands at least 10 to 15 seconds.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple containers at dish shelf stacked on top of each other while wet. Operator placed in a manner to properly air dry by placing space between containers.
Stored food not covered. Observed cooked poultry Tapt Walk in Cooler. Operator covered the food item.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
Jul 13, 2023Inspection 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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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw ground beef behind flour at Reach in Cooler. Operator switched the food items.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at ware washing area handwash sink. Operator turned the hot side on due to pipes in disrepair.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwash sign at men's restroom.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed pipes in disrepair. In the process of repairs.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at kitchen. In the process of sealing the floor..
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.