HUNGRY HOWIES #222
226 TAMIAMI TRL, Punta Gorda FL 33950 · 941-505-8800
Last inspected Nov 3, 2025 · 6 visits since September 2023
5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $560
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2018024612 | Apr 5, 2018 | Aug 17, 2018 | $560 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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 due to pipe in disrepair underneath the handwash sink.
Bathroom facility in disrepair. Observed women's bathroom in disrepair.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed no self closing door and/or tight fitting at men's bathroom.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed handwash sink in disrepair at prep area.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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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.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed container inside the frontline handwash sink. Operator removed the container.
Food stored on floor. Observed soda bottles on the floor next to Display Cooler Unit. Operator removed the bottles off the floor.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed residue buildup at dooor handle of Walk in Cooler.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing floor tiles at frontline area.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sauce 114F at Hot Holding Unit. Operator reheated to a minimum of 165F.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed not self closing/tight fitting at men's restroom.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint at prep area.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food debris in the frontline handwash sink. Educated the operator.
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 the documents not completed due to no signature of permit holder. Operator signed the documents.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed at kitchen/prep area handwash sink.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed hot side water handle inoperable at kitchen/prep area handwash sink.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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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 and the document was completed by end of the inspection.
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 copy of latest inspection report available.
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.