OLYMPIA RESTAURANT
3245 TAMIAMI TRAIL, Port Charlotte FL 33952 · 941.370.0444
Last inspected Jan 28, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2024
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 26 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 written procedure.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2019033708 | Jun 26, 2019 | Jul 24, 2019 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jan 28, 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
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs over unwashed romaine lettuce at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tong on oven handle at cookline. Operator removed the tong to the shelf above Stove.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed partial unsealed concrete at Walk in Freezer.
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.
Sep 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Observed butter cups at dining table not time marked. Operator time marked the food item.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at kitchen/ware washing area handwash sink. Operator placed paper towels at handwash sink.
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 Food Employee Reporting Agreement document incomplete. Operator completed the document during inspection.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing tiles at Walk in Freezer.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed partial unsealed concrete at Walk in Freezer.
Mar 28, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no vacuum breaker at exterior mop sink.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed back exterior door not self closing.
Mar 28, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 12, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Observed butter cups not time marked. Operator time marked the food item.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no vacuum breaker at exterior mop sink.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed operator the form on previous inspection.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed multiple tongs on oven handle. Operator removed the tongs.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed back exterior door not self closing.
Jan 24, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over deli meat at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade at prep table. Operator cleaned the blade.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed operator the written procedure.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple containers stacked not allowing airflow at dish shelf next to 3 compartment sink. Educated the operator.
Sep 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 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. 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.
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.