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1032 TAMIAMI TRL #11, Port Charlotte FL 33953 · 941-979-9265
Last inspected Jun 10, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on December 1st 2023.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2019051008 | Oct 3, 2019 | Oct 31, 2019 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jun 10, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed flour and salt removed from the original packaging and stored in a container with no label.
Apr 6, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed the interior of the ice machine behind the front counter soiled with a green mold-like substance.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowls with no handles used as scoops for multiple foods in the kitchen. The operator removed the scoops.
In-use knife stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed an in-use knife stored between a reach in cooler and a food preparation table in the kitchen. The operator removed the knife.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed flour and salt removed from the original packaging and stored in a container with no label.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels in the kitchen.
Aug 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 7, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 21 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate17 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker on hose Bibb.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards through out kitchen with black mold like substance build on them.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed in walk in cooler prepped marinating chicken, milk, and other items not date marked when prepped or opened.
Unnecessary persons in the food preparation, food storage, or warewashing area. Observed young lady in kitchen and behind server station.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed excessive amount of dried food on back sides of all reach in cooler handles.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen what appears to be possible black soot, and dust on ceiling.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed portion cups not inverted, put away clean on storage shelf.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grease like throughout kitchen, cutting boards with groove marks through out, and some cutting boards with melted areas on boards.
Dishware/utensils not soaked prior to being placed in three-compartment sink/dishmachine and results in soiled dishware/utensils after washing occurs. Observed tongs hanging on a nail, touching a soiled wall, with dried on food debris on tongs.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal phone on dry storage shelf directly behind stove in kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple bags of onions stored on floor in dry storage.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs hanging from a nail touching soiled wall.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave by grill in kitchen with dried food debris in side microwave.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed all reach in gaskets soiled in kitchen.
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Observed tongs hanging on a nail, touching a soiled wall, with dried on food debris on tongs.
Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid opened.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors/ or doors propped opened. Observed back door propped wide open exiting from kitchen to outside back.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed Togo containers at server station, across from bar, on table, not inverted properly
Stored food not covered. Observed in walk in cooler prepped chicken and other items stored with no covering.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen, walls with food splatter on walls.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed multiple items in kitchen with product not in original packaging with no label on them. Example golden grapes in a black Togo container.
Jan 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on December 1st,2024.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed multiple items in walk in cooler without date markings.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener put away clean with debris on blade.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards throughout kitchen with grooves on them
Dishware not cleared of gross food and waste prior to being placed in three-compartment sink/dishmachine. Observed a pile of dishes, pots, pans left from the night before not scraped.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed two employees without hair restraints on. Observed employees putting on hair nets
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wiping cloth underneath cutting board in kitchen. Observed employee remove cloth.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed inside of two microwaves with build up of food debris. Observed employee cleaning inside of microwaves.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets in kitchen, on reach in coolers, with food debris.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to go containers through out kitchen not inverted upside down.
Stored food not covered. Observed multiple food items throughout kitchen stored without protective covers.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed dry seasoning without identifying labels.
Apr 25, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground. Observed mop bucket, ringer, and mop laying on outside pavement on side and puddled water.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following out of temperature in walk in cooler. CookedChicken Curry 30lbs 52F, Cooked Lamb Curry, 30lbs, 52F, Cooked Goat Curry 10 lbs, 54F, Fried Chicken Bites 5lbs, 47F, Fried Onion Straws 10 lbs 54, Fried Cauliflower Bites 12lbs, 54F, Raw Fish, 1 lb 48F, Raw Lamb Chop, 12 lbs 46F, Raw Chicken 80lbs, 45F. Butter 31 lbs 53, Cream Cheese 24lbs, 53F, 148 Shell on Raw Eggs 53F, Whipping Cream1 quart 53F, Cooked White Rice 40lbs, 52F, Milk Egg 4 lbs 52F
Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid open
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed bedding covers on landscaping, used equipment at backside of building, laundry bags filled, laying around outside.
Mar 25, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground. Observed mop bucket, ringer, and mop laying on outside pavement on side and puddled water.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on December 1st 2023.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed the following out of temperature in walk in cooler. CookedChicken Curry 30lbs 52F, Cooked Lamb Curry, 30lbs, 52F, Cooked Goat Curry 10 lbs, 54F, Fried Chicken Bites 5lbs, 47F, Fried Onion Straws 10 lbs 54, Fried Cauliflower Bites 12lbs, 54F, Raw Fish, 1 lb 48F, Raw Lamb Chop, 12 lbs 46F, Raw Chicken 80lbs, 45F. Butter 31 lbs 53, Cream Cheese 24lbs, 53F, 148 Shell on Raw Eggs 53F, Whipping Cream1 quart 53F, Cooked White Rice 40lbs, 52F, Milk Egg 4 lbs 52F
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following out of temperature in walk in cooler. CookedChicken Curry 30lbs 52F, Cooked Lamb Curry, 30lbs, 52F, Cooked Goat Curry 10 lbs, 54F, Fried Chicken Bites 5lbs, 47F, Fried Onion Straws 10 lbs 54, Fried Cauliflower Bites 12lbs, 54F, Raw Fish, 1 lb 48F, Raw Lamb Chop, 12 lbs 46F, Raw Chicken 80lbs, 45F. Butter 31 lbs 53, Cream Cheese 24lbs, 53F, 148 Shell on Raw Eggs 53F, Whipping Cream1 quart 53F, Cooked White Rice 40lbs, 52F, Milk Egg 4 lbs 52F
Iced tea/Coke dispenser not cleaned at least once every 24 hours. Observed black mold like residue on soda nozzles in service area by front counter.
Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid open
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to go containers sitting on table not inverted
Stored food not covered. Observed multiple items in walk in cooler not covered.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed bedding covers on landscaping, used equipment at backside of building, laundry bags filled, laying around outside.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop laying out side on pavement, not stored properly to dry.
Oct 31, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate9 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager. Observed CFM certification expires today. Vishnu Pratap Thalappil 10312018.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled and put away cleaned
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment.observed rust on top of chest freezer by back door
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple items in walk in cooler with out date marks on them
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed multiple containers, pans, cambros not inverted properly. All stored open End of Day up.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed multiple cutting boards with a lot of grooves on them.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed multiple holes in the walls in kitchen.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed in dining room, Togo containers not stored inverted
Stored food not covered. Observed multiple items in walk in cooler and reach in cooler not wrapped for protection
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed old used, disguarded equipment on side of building, garbage, and a broken flower pot right out side back door.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust in walk in cooler all on shelving
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed multiple walks in kitchen with build up of food on them.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed multiple items stored with out common name label
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.