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CRACKER BARREL #225

CRACKER BARREL #225 located in PORT CHARLOTTE has undergone 7 health department inspections, achieving a 3.9/5 overall safety rating. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.

Last inspection: 1 months ago · 7 reports on file

800 Kings Highway
Florida, 33980
Lakes of Tuscana Apartments
Charlotte County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★★½☆ (3.9/5)
Based on 7 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

1/14/2026· 1mo ago

Visit ID: 13518695

Met Inspection Standards

1 high, 1 basic

  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed residue buildup on fan covers at Walk in Cooler.
  • 29-42-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed missing vacuum breaker splitter. Operator placed a vacuum breaker at mop sink by the end of inspection. Corrected On-Site

9/11/2025· 6mo ago

Visit ID: 10890325

Met Inspection Standards

1 int, 3 basic

  • 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled handles at Reach in Cooler. Operator cleaned the handles. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
  • 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting board at Salad Station.
  • 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in disrepair at cookline in front of Deep Fryers. 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. Repeat Violation

3/14/2025· 12mo ago

Visit ID: 10725747

Met Inspection Standards

2 int, 1 basic

  • 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Repeat Violation
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed garbage can blocking the cookline handwash sink. Operator removed the garbage can to allow clear access. Corrected On-Site
  • 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.

11/20/2024· 1y 3mo ago

Visit ID: 8738405

Met Inspection Standards

4 basic

  • 24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on container as it was stacked on another container for no air flow at dish shelf. Operator removed the container to allow air flow. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the ice machine inoperable at the end of wait station.
  • 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed debris on floor at Walk in Freezer. Operator cleaned the floor. Corrected On-Site
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled fans covers at Walk in Cooler. Operator removed the fan covers to clean. **Corrective Action Taken**

3/21/2024· 1y 11mo ago

Visit ID: 8635484

Met Inspection Standards

1 int, 3 basic

  • 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed food debris behind reach in warmer handles. Repeat Violation
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed buildup ice on floor at Walk in Freezer. Operator informed of replacing the door.
  • 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed multiple at Walk in Cooler.
  • 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. Observed documents not signed by permit holder. Operator signed during inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

12/14/2023· 2y 2mo ago

Visit ID: 8482502

Met Inspection Standards

4 basic

  • 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at Reach in Cooler handles.
  • 24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple containers at dish shelf.
  • 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Repeat Violation
  • 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven at prep area.

8/24/2023· 2y 6mo ago

Visit ID: 8359630

Met Inspection Standards

1 int, 3 basic

  • 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed fan covers at Walk in Cooler. Repeat Violation
  • 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at ware washing area.
  • 51-18-6:Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Operator able to provide by end of inspection. Corrected On-Site
  • 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. Operator completed the documents during inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation