RYAN'S SUBS & SPORTS GRILL
5268 DUNCAN ROAD, Punta Gorda FL 33982 · 941.505.7827
Last inspected Jan 9, 2026 · 10 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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--2018028736 | Apr 26, 2018 | Jul 12, 2018 | $200 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jan 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
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 clothes and then touching clean utensils. Educated the employee to compliance by washing hands.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed residue buildup on the interior of Walk in Cooler and Freezer. Operator cleaned the interior of handles.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed residue buildup on the fan covers at Walk in Cooler. Operator cleaned the fan covers.
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Stored food not covered. Observed multiple food items not covered at Walk in Cooler. Operator covered the food items with a food grade plastic wrap.
Sep 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 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.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint at cookline. Employee placed a hair restraint over their head.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple cups stacked wet at drink station. Operator removed the cups from being stacked to allow air flow.
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 the flour at prep area flour container. Operator removed the handle from touching the food item.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed food debris on the bottom of Reach in Cooler. Operator cleaned the food debris.
Jul 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 7, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 1 recorded.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed residue buildup at the exterior bar ice machine.
Jan 9, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Observed no waste line at soda gun at exterior bar.
Jan 8, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 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 due to air in the line. Operator primed the line of the sanitizer to correct to 100ppm.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food debris and 2 knives at prep area handwash sink. Operator removed the knives.
Hot water at three-compartment sink does not reach 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed water below 85F at both 3 compartment sinks. Observed water below 85F at both 3 compartment sinks.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed water below 85F at all handwash sinks.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed soiled ice machine at exterior bar.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed multiple tongs at oven handle. Operator removed the tongs.
No hot running water at mop sink. Observed water below 85F at mop sink.
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Observed no waste line at soda gun at exterior bar.
Nov 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 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 the establishment not priming the sanitizer as there was much air in the line. Primed the line to correct to a minimum of 50ppm.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold like substance at both exterior ice machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Observed less lime scale inside the Dish Machine than the last time.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled handles at multiple cold holding units.
Food stored on floor. Observed coleslaw container on the floor at Beer Walk in Cooler. Operator removed the food item off the floor.
Aug 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority5 Intermediate7 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade at prep table.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed multiple pickles at prep area handwash sink.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink.
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.
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.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed residue buildup at multiple cold holding units handles.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed multiple tongs at oven handle at cookline. Operator removed the tongs.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed multiple containers at ware washing area dish shelf at prep area.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed hot faucet side inoperable at 3 compartment sink.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at various locations throughout the kitchen.
Oct 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority5 Intermediate3 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 sour cream at Display Cooler Unit. 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 written procedure.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade at prep table. Operator cleaned and sanitized the blade.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed mop bucket blocking the ware washing area handwash sink. Operator removed the mop bucket from blocking the 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. Provided the form which was completed during inspection.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee at cookline. Educated the employee. Employee placed hair restraint over her/his head.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven soiled at prep area.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at various locations throughout the kitchen.
Jul 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed back exterior of building by the entrance door.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
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.
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.
Accumulation of residue buildup in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed fan covers soiled at Walk in Cooler.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observe at various locations throughout the 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.