LAISHLEY CRAB HOUSE
150 LAISHLEY COURT, Punta Gorda FL 33950 · 941-205-5566
Last inspected Apr 28, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 8 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed expired license. Operator renewed the license during inspection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Apr 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed large garbage can blocking the prep area handwash sink. Operator removed the garbage can to allow clear access.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed residue buildup in the interior of ice machine. Operator cleaned and sanitized the equipment.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwash sign at cookline handwash sink. Operator posted the handwash sign at handwash sink.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed multiple flour containers not labeled at cookline. Operator labeled the food items.
Feb 3, 2026Inspection 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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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed expired license. Operator renewed the license during inspection.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple wet containers stacked with no airflow at dish shelf. Operator placed the wet containers on the side to allow airflow.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife between make table and prep table at kitchen. Operator removed the knife to the shelf.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop on the floor at mop sink. Operator hung the wet mop to allow proper drying.
Oct 22, 2025Inspection 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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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed salsa 45F in ice bath at prep area. Operator placed more ice to bring temperature to a maximum of 38F.
Accumulation of debris on drainboards or equivalent. Observed residue buildup on the drain boards. Operator cleaned the drain boards.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on multiple containers. Operator removed the old labels.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed sanitizer container on the floor at cookline. Operator replaced with a new clean sanitizer container and placed on shelf.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour container not labeled at cookline. Operator labeled the food item.
May 28, 2025Inspection 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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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 due to empty sanitizer container. Operator corrected to 50ppm by replacing with a full sanitizer container.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Utensils not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed large spoons not inverted at dish shelf. Operator inverted the utensils.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed wiping cloth sanitizer bucket on floor at cookline. Operator replaced with a clean sanitizer wiping cloth bucket onto a shelf.
Nov 12, 2024Inspection 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 food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw pork over whole onions at Walk in Cooler. Operator placed the raw fish in a different location at Walk in Cooler.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Observed a copy of foodhandler training certificate.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven handles at cookline. Operator removed the tongs on top of shelf at cookline.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer at Reach in Cooler. Operator placed ambient thermometer at the cold holding unit.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth at cutting board. Operator placed in sanitizer solution.
Apr 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 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 switched the food items.
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. Operator able to provide by the end of inspection.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed behind handles of Walk in Cooler and Freezer. Operator cleaned and sanitized behind the handles.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives between Make Table and Steam Table. Operator removed the knives to clean and sanitize.
Sep 26, 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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Operator unable to provide documentation that aquacultured fish has been raised in a controlled environment and fed formulated feed. Operator able to provide during inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed sauce at Reach in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at Reach in Freezer. Operator cleaned the interior of Reach in Freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed under water that was barely running/dripping. Observed fish at prep sink. Operator increased the flow of water.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloth at cutting board. Operator placed in sanitizer solution.
Jul 10, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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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.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates at cookline next to Reach in Drawers. Educated the operator.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed multiple employees at cookline. Operator provided beard guards.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee at cookline.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple cups at exterior of bar. Educated the operator.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed multiple flour containers at fish station next to Deep Fryers.
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.