MISSION BBQ
1340 TAMIAMI TRL, Port Charlotte FL 33948 · 301-949-9230
Last inspected Jun 24, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 20 small flying insects next to back door by electrical panels, next to office. Nothing landing on food or near food prep area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2023013511 | Feb 9, 2023 | Jul 13, 2023 | $400 |
| 7--2022001432 | Dec 14, 2021 | Apr 29, 2022 | $100 |
| 7--2019042289 | Aug 13, 2019 | Nov 14, 2019 | $300 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jun 24, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed an employee filling a sanitizer bucket with water from the hand sink on the front line.
Apr 24, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 10 dented #10 cans of peaches mixed with undented cans on a rack in the prep area. The operator segregated the dented cans.
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 the chlorine solution for the dishmachine at 0ppm due to an empty container of solution. The operator replaced the empty solution. Observed the dishmachine chlorine solution at 100ppm.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed wiping cloth quaternary solution exceeding 500ppm. The operator diluted the solution to 200ppm.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed an employee filling a sanitizer bucket with water from the hand sink on the front line.
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.
Floor area in the dish area covered with standing water. An employee cleaned up the standing water.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed an in-use metal scoop stored in 100F standing water on the front line. The operator replaced and properly stored the scoop.
Oct 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed dented can of corn on shelf. Observed operator removing for return to distributor. Operator explained that they were aware and awaiting return. Educated on segregation of cans until pick up. Operator removed cans and segregated. No stop sale paperwork needed.
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 in walk in cooler without a date marked after opening on when it was opened. Educated operator on date marking of dairy items, and observed operator date marking milk.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on reach in coolers with food debris. Observed employee cleaning gaskets.
May 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 29, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 24, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 20 small flying insects next to back door by electrical panels, next to office. Nothing landing on food or near food prep area.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed inside ice machine, rust like substance and black mold like substance.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed equipment handles on reach in's with food debris on inside.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed multiple ceiling tiles in back areas of restaurant not properly closed, with gaps, and hanging.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed racks in reach in freezer by cook line with coating peeling off shelving
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on freezer door. Door frozen shut, ice build up on floor and boxes.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed inside of microwave top area with food debris build up.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed multiple items in walk in cooler with out labels on them.
Stored food not covered. Observed cut potatoes in reach in freezer on cook line not covered for protection. Observed operator covering potatoes with a lid.
Sep 13, 2023Inspection 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 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 raw fries at Reach in Freezer. Operator switched the food items.
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. Operator completed the documents during inspection.
Accumulation of residue buildup in the interior of the ice machine. Operator cleaned and sanitized the ice machine during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at various locations throughout the establishment.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed Make Table at wait station and Reach in Drawers at 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.