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BROTHERS FISH HOUSE

With 9 documented inspections, BROTHERS FISH HOUSE in PORT CHARLOTTE has achieved a 3.2/5 food safety rating. Food safety practices have remained consistent.

Last inspection: 2 months ago · 9 reports on file

3821 TAMIAMI TRAIL UNIT A

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★★☆☆ (3.2/5)
Based on 9 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

12/16/2025· 2mo ago

Visit ID: 13509669

Met Inspection Standards

1 high, 3 basic

  • 16-23-4:Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Observed lime scale buildup inside the Dish Machine. Operator cleaned the interior of Dish Machine. Corrected On-Site
  • 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed residue buildup on the wall at ware washing area. Operator cleaned the wall. 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. Operator labeled the food item. Corrected On-Site
  • 50-17-3:High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.

9/2/2025· 6mo ago

Visit ID: 10932698

Met Inspection Standards

1 high, 1 int, 1 basic

  • 24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple cups stacked wet with no airflow at wait station next to soda fountain machine. Operator removed the cups from being stacked to allow airflow. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 22-41-4:High Priority - 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 measuring device due to empty sanitizer container. Operator replaced the empty sanitizer container. Corrected On-Site
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - Expired chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed expired chlorine test strips dated 10/22.

3/31/2025· 11mo ago

Visit ID: 10768647

Met Inspection Standards
  • N/A:No Violations Were Observed

1/29/2025· 1y 1mo ago

Visit ID: 10698550

Follow-up Inspection Required

4 int, 1 basic

  • 13-03-4:Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint at cookline. Employee placed hair restraint over their head. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
  • 53A-03-7:Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Maximino Nunez Padron, 11/01/2019. Warning
  • 53A-05-6:Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Warning
  • 53B-02-5:Intermediate - 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. Warning
  • 53B-14-5:Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Repeat Violation Warning

10/17/2024· 1y 4mo ago

Visit ID: 8774152

Met Inspection Standards

4 int, 1 basic

  • 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwash sign at prep area handwash sink.
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at prep area handwash sink. Operator placed soap at handwash sink. Corrected On-Site
  • 02A-01-4:Intermediate - Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed no consumer advisory posted for raw oysters. Operator able to provide the document by the end of inspection. Corrected On-Site
  • 53B-10-4:Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed no expiration date on the foodhandler training certificates. Operator completed the documents. Corrected On-Site
  • 27-16-4:Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at prep area handwash sink.

3/21/2024· 1y 11mo ago

Visit ID: 8636503

Met Inspection Standards

1 int, 3 basic

  • 51-09-4:Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Operator in the process of completing the Seating Change Evaluation form.
  • 51-15-4:Basic - Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Operator in the process of completing the Seating Change Evaluation form. The wastewater information is completed. The operator is in the process of completing the local fire authority information.
  • 36-02-5:Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete throughout the kitchen and prep area. Repeat Violation
  • 01C-02-4:Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. Educated the operator and sent the Shellfish Tag Guidance.

1/29/2024· 2y 1mo ago

Visit ID: 8450303

Met Inspection Standards

1 high, 1 int, 3 basic

  • 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed behind Walk in Cooler and Make Table handles. Educated the operator.
  • 33-16-4:Basic - Open dumpster lid. Operator closed the lid. Corrected On-Site
  • 36-02-5:Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at kitchen. Repeat Violation
  • 50-17-3:High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Repeat Violation
  • 53B-14-5:Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

9/19/2023· 2y 5mo ago

Visit ID: 8450001

Met Inspection Standards

1 basic

  • 36-02-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout the kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-19: Observed throughout the kitchen. **Time Extended**

7/20/2023· 2y 7mo ago

Visit ID: 8373168

Follow-up Inspection Required

1 high, 4 int, 2 basic

  • 13-03-4:Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee at prep area. Warning
  • 36-02-5:Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout the kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 08A-17-6:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken over okra at Reach in Freezer. Operator switched the food items. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
  • 01C-03-4:Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Repeat Violation 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
  • 01C-02-4:Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. 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