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ISLES YACHT CLUB

1780 W MARIAN AVE, Punta Gorda FL 33950 · 941.639.7551

Last inspected Mar 30, 2026 · 11 visits since August 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats350
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA1801690
Grade history
MAR 25
JUL 25
AUG 25
OCT 25
JAN 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 15 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed 13 lbs. of butter 75F dated 07/19 at rack at prep area with a writing of keep out.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
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Inspection history

11 visits, newest first

Mar 30, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 28, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken over ice cream at Reach in Freezer. Operator placed the raw chicken on the bottom shelf.
High priority/08A-02-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed residue buildup at can opener blade. Operator cleaned and sanitized the blade.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no food safety manager certified. Kitchen Manager: Heather Wishon.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Repeat Violation/Warning
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed debris in the interior of microwave oven above make table. Operator cleaned the interior of oven.
Basic/22-08-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen beef in standing water at prep sink. Operator turned on the running water to thaw the frozen beef.
Basic/06-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Oct 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw lamb over pea purée at Walk in Cooler. Operator placed the raw lamb on bottom shelf.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Intermediate/16-62-1/Repeat Violation
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple wet containers stacked at dish shelf. Operator removed from being stacked to allow airflow.
Basic/24-08-4/Corrected On-Site
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at ware washing area handwash sink.
Basic/31B-04-4
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels stuck to containers at dish shelf. Operator removed the old labels and washed the containers.
Basic/16-46-4/Corrected On-Site
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour container not labeled above Make Table. Operator labeled the food item.
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Aug 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink blocked by cart at ware washing area. Operator removed the cart from blocking the handwash sink.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
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.
Intermediate/53B-14-5/Repeat Violation
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained.
Intermediate/53B-09-4/Repeat Violation
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust buildup on ceiling tiles at various locations at kitchen.
Basic/36-34-5
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee at prep area with no hair restraint. Employee placed hair restraint over their head.
Basic/13-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Open dumpster lid. Operator closed the dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour container not labeled at prep area. Operator labeled the food item.
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Aug 20, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 22, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw salmon over dairy cream at Walk in Freezer. Operator switched the food items.
High priority/08A-02-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed 13 lbs. of butter 75F dated 07/19 at rack at prep area with a writing of keep out.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked mushrooms not date marked at Make Table. Operator date marked the food item.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Open dumpster lid. Operator closed the dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Mar 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed peeled tomatoes dented can 5 Lb. 10 Oz at can rack.
High priority/01B-01-4
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 carton of heavy cream not date marked. Operator date marked the food item.
Intermediate/02C-03-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade at prep sink. Operator cleaned the blade.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed cart blocking prep area handwash sink. Operator removed the cart.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Intermediate/16-62-1
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained.
Intermediate/53B-09-4
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4
Inaccurate/damaged temperature and/or pressure gauge(s) on dishmachine.
Basic/16-38-5
Oct 28, 2024Inspection 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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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 heavy whipping cream not date marked.
Intermediate/02C-03-5/Repeat Violation
Food stored on floor. Observed food item on the floor at Walk in Freezer. Operated removed the food item off the floor.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Open dumpster lid. Operated closed the lid.
Basic/33-16-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed incorrect name (rice) of the food item at flour container. Operated placed correct name of flour.
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Apr 2, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2024 · Observed accumulation of residue buildup at ice machine. Time Extended
Feb 2, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority3 Intermediate3 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 0ppm on test strip at secondary Dish Machine at kitchen.
High priority/22-41-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed butane fluid above disposable cups. Operator placed the items on bottom of shelf.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at back exterior of establishment.
High priority/29-34-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning
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 documents not completed. Operator completed the documents during inspection.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-05-5/Warning
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Employee chewing a foreign object while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area. Observed employee at prep area. Educated the employee to compliance by removing the foreign object from their mouth.
Basic/12B-09-5/Warning
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed at dry storage area.
Basic/38-07-4/Warning
Aug 23, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate5 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 0ppm at bar Dish Machine due to empty sanitizer container. Operator replaced the container to correct to 100ppm.
High priority/22-41-4/Corrected On-Site
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observe at back exterior of establishment next to dumpster.
High priority/29-34-4/Repeat Violation
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 dairy creamer at wait station. Operator date marked the food item.
Intermediate/02C-03-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at dry storage area.
Basic/51-11-4
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee at cookline. Educated the employee.
Basic/12B-02-4
Open dumpster lid. Operator closed the lid.
Basic/33-16-4/Corrected On-Site
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at bar.
Basic/25-27-4

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.