LEROYS SOUTHERN KITCHEN & BAR
201 W MARION AVE #116, Punta Gorda FL 33950 · 941.505.2489
Last inspected Jan 13, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025044522 | May 8, 2025 | Jun 30, 2025 | $160 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jan 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
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 ice machine.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed removed tile from ceiling at back interior entrance to the kitchen. Operator placed tile back in the ceiling.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling tiles/vents at various locations at kitchen.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting board at Make Table.
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In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop on exterior soiled shelf of ice machine. Operator cleaned and sanitized the ice scoop and placed it in a clean container.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle touching sugar at container by wait station. Operator removed the handle from touching the container.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
Sep 5, 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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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw whole muscle intact beef over ground raw beef at Reach in Drawers. Operator switched the food items.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling/vents soiled above cookline at kitchen.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates not inverted on top of shelf at kitchen.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed multiple cut marks on cutting board at cookline.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no beard guard at prep area.
May 8, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple containers stacked with no airflow for drying in a timely manner.
Mar 7, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed chlorine sanitizer 0ppm on test strip. Operator added more chlorine sanitizer to a minimum strength of 50ppm.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef behind cooked crab-cakes at Reach in Drawers. Operator switched the food items.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pork 131F at steam table. Operator reheated to a minimum of 165F at Stove.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple containers stacked with no airflow for drying in a timely manner.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed accumulation of black substance at multiple ovens at cookline.
Nov 25, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Person in Charge: Devon Wallace; Ryan N. Snyder, 12/10/2018.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents and ceiling tiles soiled at various locations throughout the kitchen.
Sep 24, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef behind crab cakes at Reach in Drawers. Operator switched the food items.
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 milk not date marked at Walk in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Person in Charge: Devon Wallace; Ryan N. Snyder, 12/10/2018.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
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.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents and ceiling tiles soiled at various locations throughout the kitchen.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign posted ware washing area handwash sink.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete at various locations throughout the kitchen.
Jan 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Executive Chef: Devon Wallace; Sous Chef: Ryan N. Snyder, 12/10/2018.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Expired: Devon Wallace; Ryan N. Snyder, 12/10/2018.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tile at interior of back entrance door.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at various locations throughout the kitchen.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout the kitchen.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour, corn meal, and all purpose breading mix not labeled at cookline. Operator labeled the food items.
Sep 19, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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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.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Observed photocopies of foodhandler training certificate.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed at interior of back entrance to the establishment.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed multiple containers at dish shelf.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout the kitchen.
Jul 20, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate5 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 carton of creamer at wait station Reach in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item.
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.
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.
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.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Observed photocopies of foodhandler training certificate.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed at interior of back entrance to the establishment.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee at cookline.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at prep area handwash sink.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed multiple containers at dish shelf.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout the kitchen.
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.