BOWLAND PORT CHARLOTTE
3192 Harbor Boulevard
Florida, 33952
Charlotte County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★½☆☆ (2.7/5)
Based on 9 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 3/6/2025
High Priority
1
Intermediate
2
Basic
0
Total
3
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over pickle bucket at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed container inside the prep area handwash sink. Operator removed the container. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 31B-05-4:Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed unable to dispense paper towels at kitchen and prep area handwash sink.
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/6/2025 revealed 3 total violations (1 high priority, 2 intermediate, 0 basic).
Inspection on 12/3/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
0
Basic
2
Total
3
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tong on deep fryer handle. Operator removed to a higher location on shelf. Corrected On-Site
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour container not labeled at prep table next to Deep Fryer. Operator labeled the food item. Corrected On-Site
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over ready to eat pork at Reach in Cooler. Operator switched the food items. Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 12/3/2024 revealed 3 total violations (1 high priority, 0 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 8/9/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
0
Total
1
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 16-62-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: Observed no measuring device for heat sanitization at Dish Machine. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/9/2024 revealed 1 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 0 basic).
Inspection on 6/10/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
4
Basic
3
Total
8
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Warning
- 35A-03-4:Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach under dishwashing machine. The operator removed dead roach and sanitized area under dishwashing machine. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Warning
- 29-42-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Repeat Violation Warning
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled. Warning
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink blocked by cutting board. The operator removed cutting board from handwashing sink. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
- 16-62-1:Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Repeat Violation Warning
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink across from dishwashing machine. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 6/10/2024 revealed 8 total violations (1 high priority, 4 intermediate, 3 basic).
Inspection on 4/10/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
0
Total
1
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 16-62-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-10: Observed no measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/10/2024 revealed 1 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 0 basic).
Inspection on 4/10/2024
High Priority
2
Intermediate
4
Basic
3
Total
9
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 16-21-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
- 12B-12-5:Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed employee at kitchen. Educated the employee to compliance by placing lid on the container with a straw. Corrected On-Site
- 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone at Make Table. Employee removed the cell phone to a different and proper location. Corrected On-Site
- 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed stainless steel container at 3 compartment sink drain boards. Operator removed the chemical to a safe and proper location underneath on the floor at 3 compartment sink. Corrected On-Site
- 29-42-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
- 31A-10-4:Intermediate - Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed ac drain line at prep area handwash sink. Educated the operator.
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand cart blocking the prep area at handwash sink. Operator removed the hand cart. Corrected On-Site
- 16-62-1:Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Repeat Violation
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen handwash sink. Operator placed paper towels at handwash sink. Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/10/2024 revealed 9 total violations (2 high priority, 4 intermediate, 3 basic).
Inspection on 2/9/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
7
Basic
1
Total
8
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 36-37-5:Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable at the added prep area and 1 ceiling tile in kitchen. Warning
- 11-27-4:Intermediate - 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. Repeat Violation Warning
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed at can opener blade. Warning
- 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Warning
- 16-62-1:Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Repeat Violation Warning
- 51-16-7:Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed adding prep area with 4 cold holding units. (2-Reach in Freezers; 2-Reach in Coolers) Warning
- 53B-01-5:Intermediate - 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. Warning
- 11-26-1:Intermediate - 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. Repeat Violation Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/9/2024 revealed 8 total violations (0 high priority, 7 intermediate, 1 basic).
Inspection on 10/23/2023
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
1
Total
1
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 36-02-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at Walk in Cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-23: Present. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/23/2023 revealed 1 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 1 basic).
Inspection on 8/22/2023
High Priority
1
Intermediate
3
Basic
2
Total
6
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed underneath shelves at Walk in Cooler. Warning
- 36-02-5:Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at Walk in Cooler. Warning
- 12A-29-4:High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee handling credit card. Educated the employee to compliance by washing hands. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 11-27-4:Intermediate - 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. Repeat Violation Warning
- 11-26-1:Intermediate - 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. Repeat Violation Warning
- 53B-05-5:Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/22/2023 revealed 6 total violations (1 high priority, 3 intermediate, 2 basic).