PITA & PUFF
2665 TAMIAMI TRL, Port Charlotte FL 33952
Last inspected Jul 8, 2026 · 10 visits since August 2023
APR 25
AUG 25
NOV 25
FEB 26
JUL 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 6 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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 · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024019328 | Feb 23, 2024 | Jul 12, 2024 | $200 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 8, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
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 gallon 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 rust buildup on can opener blade. Operator discarded the blade.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed no hair restraint on employee at cookline.
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets at Walk in Freezer.
Food stored on floor. Observed ice bags on the floor at Walk in Freezer. Operator placed the ice bags off the floor.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed left side handwash sink in disrepair at men's restroom.
Feb 11, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food debris at kitchen handwash sink. Educated the operator of handwash sink strictly for handwashing.
Wet wiping cloth bucket containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed sanitizer container not labeled on shelf at kitchen. Operator labeled the sanitizer container.
Stored food not covered. Observed multiple food items not covered at Walk in Cooler. Operator covered the food containers with a lid and/or food grade plastic wrap.
Nov 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 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 over raw beef at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed residue buildup on the interior of Walk in Cooler and Freezer handles. Operator cleaned and sanitized the handles.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple wet containers stacked with no airflow at dish shelf. Operator removed the wet containers from being stacked and placed them on the side to allow airflow.
Stored food not covered. Observed multiple food items with no cover at Walk in Cooler. Operator placed lids on the food items.
Aug 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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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 chlorine sanitizer 0ppm on test strip due to air in the line. Primed the chlorine sanitizer to correct to 100ppm.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle touching the ice at ice bin. Operator removed the handle from touching the ice.
Stored food not covered. Observed multiple food items not covered on shelves at Walk in Cooler. Operator covered the food items with food grade bag.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour container not labeled at prep area. Operator labeled the food items.
Apr 7, 2025Inspection 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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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed lasagna not date marked at Walk in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Observed photocopy of the foodhandler training certificate.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet wiping cloth underneath cutting board at Make Table. Operator removed the wet wiping cloth from underneath the Make Table.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed disposable containers not inverted at cookline shelf. Operator inverted the containers.
Jan 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed dented country sausage gravy can. Operator discarded the food item.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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 frontline Reach in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels in dispenser at cookline handwash sink. Operator placed paper in the dispenser.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at cookline handwash sink due to hot side handle in disrepair.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed hot side handle in disrepair at kitchen handwash sink.
Aug 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 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 over raw beef at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soil handles at Walk in Cooler and Freezer. Operator cleaned the handles.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple containers stacked on top of each other at dish shelf. Educated the operator to place the containers in a way of allowing air to flow to dry which the operator complied.
Stored food not covered. Observed sauce and beef not covered at Walk in Cooler shelves. Operator covered the food item with a lid.
Feb 23, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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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 0ppm on test strip due to empty chlorine sanitizer container. Operator replaced with a new chlorine sanitizer container to 100ppm on test strip by priming the sanitizer.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut tomatoes 48F and beef 45F at Reach in Drawers. Operator placed at make table to bring the temperature down to 41F or below.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed Reach in Drawers not maintaining food items at 41F or below. Operator informed of having it repaired a week ago and would call the technician out to repair it again. All potentially hazardous food items were removed from the cold holding unit and placed in operable cold holding units.
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple food containers at Walk in Cooler. Operator placed the food items 6 inches off the floor.
Oct 24, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Open dumpster lid. The lid is in disrepair.
Aug 25, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw ground beef behind sauerkraut at Reach in Drawers. Operator switched the food items.
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. Handed the written procedure for vomiting and diarrheal events.
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 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.
Open dumpster lid. The lid is in disrepair.
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.