SOUTH PORT SQUARE GABLES EAST
23033 WESTCHESTER BLVD GABLES EAST, Port Charlotte FL 33980 · 941.625.1100
Last inspected Jan 12, 2026 · 7 visits since November 2023
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sauce 122F at steam table. Operator reheated to a minimum of 165F at stove.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jan 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed dented pineapple can 6 lbs. at dry storage area. Operator removed the can to return to vendor.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed tray of glasses blocking the ware washing area handwash sink. Operator removed the item from blocking the handwash sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed residue buildup on the interior of ice machine at kitchen prep area. Operator cleaned and sanitized the ice machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed dust on walk in cooler fan covers.
Sep 3, 2025Inspection 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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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed butane fuel cartridge at shelf next to seasonings. Operator removed the toxic item to another location away from food.
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.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed make table inoperable.
Food stored on floor. Observed a box of chips on the floor at dry storage area. Operator removed the food item off the floor unto a shelf.
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 in container at prep area. Operator removed the handle from touching the food items.
No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Expiration Date: 08/17/2025.
Mar 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee handling raw pork and then touching clean utensils without washing hand. Educated employee and operator to wash hands when changing tasks from handling raw food to clean utensils due to potential cross contamination.
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 2 open gallons of milk not date marked. Operator date marked the food item.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
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. Emailed the document to the operator.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed open gap with no ceiling tiles at ware washing area.
Equipment in poor repair.
Nov 8, 2024Inspection 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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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 empty container of sanitizer. Operator replaced with a new chlorine sanitizer container to correct to 100ppm.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw pork at Walk in Cooler. Operator relocated the raw chicken to the bottom shelf.
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 no date marking on milk 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 can opener blade at prep table. Operator cleaned and sanitized the blade.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Operator able to provide by the end of inspection. Michael Hodges, 04/03/2024.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed inoperable Make Table.
May 1, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 1, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sauce 122F at steam table. Operator reheated to a minimum of 165F at stove.
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 milk at Reach in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed holder of can opener blade. Operator cleaned the holder.
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.
Wiping cloth bucket containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed sanitizer container. Operator labeled the sanitizer container.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Employee chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area. Observed employee at kitchen. Employee discarded the chewing gum out of her mouth.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tong at handle below the grill. Operator removed the handle.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. Observed at kitchen handwash sink. Operator placed waste receptacle at handwash sink.
Nov 15, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish over red beets at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Emailed operator the form which was printed and posted during inspection.
Insurance inspector boiler report not posted in boiler room. For reporting purposes only.
No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only.
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