ORTIGIA CUCINA AND BAR
212 W MARION AVE, Punta Gorda FL 33950 · 9412760521
Last inspected Mar 11, 2026 · 6 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections within 7 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken behind raw fish at Reach in Drawers. Operator switched the food items.
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Mar 11, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw scallops over mixed peppers at Reach in Drawers. Operator switched the food items.
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 flour at container. Operator removed the handle from touching the food item.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour container at cookline not labeled. Operator labeled the food item.
Oct 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed quaternary sanitizer solution over 400ppm on test strip. Operator corrected to 200ppm by adding more water.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed sauce not date marked Walk in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer at cold holding unit. Operator placed a thermometer inside the unit.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth at Make Table. Operator placed the wet wiping cloth back in sanitizer solution.
Feb 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touching apron and then touching clean utensils. Education the employee to compliance by washing hands.
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 open gallon of milk not date marked at Reach in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed residue buildup on utensils at dish shelf. Operator cleaned the utensils.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained.
Sep 19, 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/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over sauce at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food debris inside the handwash sink. Educated the operator to use the handwash sink for only handwashing.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled handles at cold holding units. Operator cleaned and sanitized the handles.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed multiple containers not inverted at dish shelf. Operator inverted the containers.
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Operator cleaned the interior of Reach in Freezer.
Feb 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 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 chicken behind raw fish at Reach in Drawers. Operator switched the food items.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at at ware washing area handwash sink. Operator placed paper towels at handwash sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at ware washing area handwash sink. Operator placed soap at handwash sink.
Oct 17, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 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 whip cream at Reach in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item.
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.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at Make Table. Operator removed the wet wiping cloth.
Stored food not covered. Observed coleslaw at Walk in Cooler. Operator covered the food item.
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