GINGER DIM SUM
1912 KINGS HWY UNIT 100, Port Charlotte FL 33980 · 941.391.5768
Last inspected Jan 21, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections trending up, 17 points better than where it started.
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 form.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jan 21, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw duck over raw pork at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed residue buildup on can opener blade at prep table. Operator cleaned and sanitized the blade.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at cookline handwash sink. Operator turned on the hot side of water at handwash sink.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed soup bowls not inverted at prep table. Operator inverted the bowls.
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed multiple cuts on cutting board at Make Table.
Sep 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
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 food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp over cut lettuce at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed multiple containers in the basin of prep area handwash sink next to 3 compartment sink. Operator removed the containers.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed multiple flour containers with bowls at prep area. Operator removed the bowls.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint at prep area cutting vegetables. Observed employee placed hair restraint over their hair/head.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour container not labeled at dry storage area. Operator labeled the food item.
Aug 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - partial physical barrier between top and bottom. Observed raw chicken over sauce at Make Table. Operator removed the sauce away from underneath the raw chicken.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed soup 82F at prep table. Operator reheated the soup to a minimum of 165F at Stove.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed residue buildup on cutting board at Make Table.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed residue buildup on oven handle at cookline. Operator cleaned the handle.
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple food items in containers on the floor at Walk in Cooler. Operator removed the food items off the floor.
Mar 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken over pineapple at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items.
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 multiple food items with no time marking. Operator time marked the food items.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed no date on the water cartridge at the ice machine. Educated the operator.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed debris on multiple food containers. Operator cleaned the exterior of containers.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed no label at flour and sauce container. Operator labeled the food item.
Dec 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate3 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 pork at Walk in Freezer. Operator switched the food items.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee touching garbage can and then touching clean utensils. Educated the employee to compliance by discarding the gloves, washing hands, and putting on new gloves.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed WD-40 next to food items at prep area. Operator relocated the WD-40 with other chemicals at ware washing area.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink blocked by soda fountain boxes at wait station. Operator removed the soda boxes.
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.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle at rice container. Operator removed the bowl.
Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed ice scoop in container exposed to splash at wait station handwash sink. Operator relocated the scoop in container above the ice machine.
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple food items on the floor at kitchen and Walk in Freezer. Operator placed the food items off the floor.
Aug 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw poultry over cut lettuce at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items.
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer solution over 200ppm at the cookline. Corrected to 100ppm by diluting with more water.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled at can opener blade. Operator cleaned and sanitized the blade.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed residue buildup behind the hanldes at multiple cold holding units. Operator cleaned and sanitized the handles.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employees eating food in the kitchen. Educated the operator.
Dec 22, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom.
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 form.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed large bucket with ice scoop at wait station handwash sink next to ice machine. Operator removed the container.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Emailed operator the form to post immediately.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at prep area next to 3 compartment sink due to hot side faucet handle inoperable.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed hot side faucet handle in disrepair at prep area next to 3 compartment sink.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed sanitizer wiping cloth bucket on floor at wait station. Operator replaced in new container on top of existing wiping cloth container.
Aug 24, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Observed raw chicken over sauce at Make Table. Operator removed the sauce from underneath the raw chicken.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observe raw shell eggs over cooked chicken at Walk in Cooler. Operator relocated the chicken to a safe location at Walk in Cooler.
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 duck and ribs not time marked at Display Cooler Unit. Operator time marked the food item.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stained cutting board at Make Table. Operator placed at ware washing area to clean and sanitize the cutting board.
Food stored on floor. Observed raw pork on the floor at Walk in Cooler. Operator removed the food item off the floor.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed multiple tongs at oven handle. Operator removed the tongs to a safe location by placing above on the shelf.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt and sugar containers not labeled at cookline. Operator labeled the food item.
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.