NEW ENGLAND ROADSIDE GRILL
22637 BAYSHORE RD, Port Charlotte FL 33980 · 9413916498
Last inspected May 22, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 12 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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. Provided the form.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2021016450 | Mar 10, 2021 | May 11, 2021 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
May 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Observed shellfish tags not in chronological order at prep area due to no tags marked with last date served. Emailed the shellfish tag guidance.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed shellfish tags not dated at prep area. Emailed the shellfish tag guidance.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed multiple tongs on oven handle at cookline. Operator removed the tongs and placed on shelf above the stove.
Utensils not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed multiple large ladles not inverted at shelf underneath the oven. Operator inverted the ladles.
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Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour container not labeled at prep table. Operator labeled the food item.
Jan 29, 2026Inspection 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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Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Observed raw fish over cooked onions at Make Table. Operator removed the cooked onions to a different location.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed no date on tags. Operator date marked the tag with last date served.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed batter mix not labeled at prep cart. Operator labeled the food item.
Sep 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Observed lime scale buildup at interior of Dish Machine.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed residue buildup at interior of make table handles. Operator cleaned the handles.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed tank not secured at front counter.
Feb 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Observed raw beef and raw shell eggs over sauce at Make Table. Operator removed the ready to eat food items below to a different location.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed tank next to the entrance to the kitchen. Operator relocated the tank to safe location.
Oct 25, 2024Inspection 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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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over celery at Reach in Cooler. Operator placed raw shell eggs on the bottom of Reach in Cooler.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot side faucet inoperable.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed hot side water faucet inoperable at kitchen handwash sink.
Feb 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
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. Provided the written procedure.
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 document which was completed during inspection.
Large utensils not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed multiple utensils at cookline next to stove. Operator inverted the utensils.
Sep 21, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate0 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 beef over raw scallops at Make Table. 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 dairy creamer carton not date marked at 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. Provided the form.
Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. Educated the operator and emailed the shellfish tag guidance form.
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 to be completed during inspection.
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.