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INKA GRILL PERUVIAN CUISINE

Health inspection records show INKA GRILL PERUVIAN CUISINE in PORT CHARLOTTE has 9 inspections with a food safety rating of 2.7/5. Recent inspections show improving food safety practices.

Last inspection: 1 months ago · 9 reports on file

1900 TAMIAMI TRL STE 116A

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★½☆☆ (2.7/5)
Based on 9 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

3/11/2026· 1mo ago

Visit ID: 13648532

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

3/10/2026· 1mo ago

Visit ID: 13648460

Follow-up Inspection Required

1 high, 2 basic

  • 14-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting boards have cut marks and are no longer cleanable. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-09: Cutting boards have cut marks and are no longer cleanable. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Cutting boards have cut marks and are no longer cleanable. **Time Extended**
  • 02D-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - 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 multiple desserts available for customer self-service with no labeling. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-09: Observed multiple desserts available for customer self-service still no labeling. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed pre-portioned dessert in refrigerator air screen cooler are available for retail sale and are not properly labeled with item, date prepared or location prepared. **Time Extended**
  • 35A-02-7:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 10 live flying insects in dry storage. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-09: Observed 15 small flying insects in back hall swarming on case of raw potatoes, 8 small flying insects insects in storage area by back hall landing of raw of raw onions, 10 small flying insects insect by dishwasher machine and clean dish rack landing on dish racks and clean dish ware, 5 small flying insects insect in by bar dishwasher area landing on counter and glass ware. Following day callback per Kimberly Torbert 3:45pm Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed 8 small flying insects insects at bar area by dishwasher machine some landing on clean glass ware. Admin Complaint

3/9/2026· 1mo ago

Visit ID: 13646467

Follow-up Inspection Required

2 high, 1 int, 3 basic

  • 14-01-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic ramekin with no handle used as a scoop for sugar. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-09: Observed no handle plastic container used as scoop in sugar bin. **Time Extended**
  • 14-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting boards have cut marks and are no longer cleanable. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-09: Cutting boards have cut marks and are no longer cleanable. **Time Extended**
  • 02D-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - 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 multiple desserts available for customer self-service with no labeling. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-09: Observed multiple desserts available for customer self-service still no labeling. **Time Extended**
  • 22-41-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : 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 the chlorine solution for the dishmachine behind the bar at 0ppm. Observed the chlorine solution for the main dishmachine at 0ppm. The operator to set up the three compartment sink. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-09: Observed dishwasher machine at kitchen at 100 ppm chlorine sanitizer. Observed Observed dishwasher machine at 000 ppm chlorine sanitizer. Operator is stopping use of bar dishwasher machine and using kitchen dishwasher machine at this time. **Time Extended**
  • 35A-02-7:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 10 live flying insects in dry storage. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-09: Observed 15 small flying insects in back hall swarming on case of raw potatoes, 8 small flying insects insects in storage area by back hall landing of raw of raw onions, 10 small flying insects insect by dishwasher machine and clean dish rack landing on dish racks and clean dish ware, 5 small flying insects insect in by bar dishwasher area landing on counter and glass ware. Following day callback per Kimberly Torbert 3:45pm Admin Complaint
  • 53A-05-6:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-09: At time of inspection no certified manager on duty with 4 food service employees working. **Time Extended**

3/6/2026· 1mo ago

Visit ID: 13509755

Follow-up Inspection Required

3 high, 5 int, 10 basic

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 16-21-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris on the top exterior of warewashing machine. Warning
  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic ramekin with no handle used as a scoop for sugar. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed an accumulation of food debris on the door handles of the reach in coolers on the cook line. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting boards have cut marks and are no longer cleanable. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 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 an employee cell phone stored on a food preparation surface on the cook line. The cell phone was properly stored. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
  • 10-08-5:Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice behind the bar. The operator properly stored the ice scoop. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 02D-03-4:Basic - 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 multiple desserts available for customer self-service with no labeling. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 25-06-4:Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single-service to go boxes stored unprotected on top of the reach in freezer near the walk in cooler. Warning
  • 29-11-4:Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from the dishmachine. Warning
  • 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 the chlorine solution for the dishmachine behind the bar at 0ppm. Observed the chlorine solution for the main dishmachine at 0ppm. The operator to set up the three compartment sink. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
  • 35A-02-7:High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 10 live flying insects in dry storage. Warning
  • 12A-09-4:High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed an employee wearing gloves handle a cell phone then handle a clean cutting board without changing gloves. The employee changed gloves and cleaned the cutting board. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Warning
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit available. 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
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink on the cook line. 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

9/2/2025· 7mo ago

Visit ID: 10935174

Met Inspection Standards

2 high, 4 int, 12 basic

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed inside shield of ice machine with black mold like substance on shield. Repeat Violation
  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in rice container, togo containers being used as scoops without handles. Observed operator removing containers. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
  • 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed food build up on back side of reach indoor handles in kitchen. Repeat Violation
  • 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooves in cutting boards in kitchen.
  • 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 gum , opened, on make table in kitchen. Observed operator removing gum and throwing away. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on reaching freezer..
  • 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs and ladle hanging on oven door. Observed operator removing tongs and ladle. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
  • 10-01-5:Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in flour container, handle of scoop touching flour. Observed operator place scoop in properly. Corrected On-Site
  • 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet towel underneath cutting board on make station. Observed operator removing towel. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 02D-03-4:Basic - 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 Tres Leches in grab and go cooler, prepared on site, with no labels on containers anywhere.
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled on reach in coolers and freezers.
  • 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beef products thawing in bowls on counter without running water. Observed operator place in walk in cooler to thaw. Product in temperature. Corrected On-Site
  • 08B-27-4:High Priority - Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Observed potatoes cooling in a dish rack for draining. Observed operator voluntary discarding potatoes. Corrected On-Site
  • 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed heavy cream sitting on top of make station out of temperature. 65F. Observed operator voluntary throwing away into garbage can. No stop sale issued. Corrected On-Site
  • 02C-03-5:Intermediate - 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 liquid eggs in bar reach in cooler without date markings. Repeat Violation
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed on cutting boards, food stains on boards, in kitchen Repeat Violation
  • 02D-06-5:Intermediate - Packaged food has no English labeling. Observed containers of dry goods without English labels.
  • 02C-02-5:Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed steak skewers in walk in without date markings. Along with cut vegetables and other cut meats. Repeat Violation

4/23/2025· 11mo ago

Visit ID: 10785886

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

2/20/2025· 1y 1mo ago

Visit ID: 10782191

Follow-up Inspection Required

1 high, 2 int, 1 basic

  • 22-08-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed inside of microwave dried food build up. Warning Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-20: Observed inside of microwave dried food build up during call back inspection. **Time Extended**
  • 53B-01-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Observed: 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. Observed no proof of employee training. Warning Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-20: Observed no proof of employee training. **Time Extended**
  • 14-31-5:High Priority - - From initial inspection : Observed: Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed non food grade bags being used for pasta cold holding. Warning Priority: High Priority - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-20: Observed non food grade bags being used for holding whole , uncut vegetables in walk in cooler during call back inspection. **Time Extended**
  • 05-10-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Observed: Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures. Observed thermometers not being used to check any cold holding, hot holding or hot temperatures. Using feel method. Warning Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-20: Observed thermometers not being used to check any cold holding, hot holding or hot temperatures. **Time Extended**

2/17/2025· 1y 1mo ago

Visit ID: 10781216

Follow-up Inspection Required

4 high, 5 int, 16 basic

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Observed: Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine with black mold like substance on shield. Warning Priority: Basic
  • 14-01-5:Basic - Observed: Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a cake pan being used to scoop rice. Observed operator removing pan. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning Priority: Basic
  • 23-24-4:Basic - Observed: Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on back of handles food debris build up for reach in coolers. Warning Priority: Basic
  • 14-74-7:Basic - Observed: Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed prep cooler with temperatures of 46F-52F Warning Priority: Basic
  • 12B-02-4:Basic - Observed: Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee eating French fries in kitchen at prep table. Warning Priority: Basic
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Observed: Food stored on floor. Observed onions stored on floor in walk way. Observed operator moving onions. Warning Priority: Basic
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Observed: Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards with food stains in kitchen. Warning Priority: Intermediate
  • 06-06-5:Basic - Observed: Frozen time/temperature control for safety food being slacked at room temperature is no longer frozen solid. Observed seafood slacking on counter top. Warning Priority: Basic
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Observed: Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed at expo station, handwashing sink being used as a dump sink. Warning Priority: Intermediate
  • 36-24-5:Basic - Observed: Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed in back hall way, large hole in wall. Warning Priority: Basic
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Observed: Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in walk in cooler. Warning Priority: Basic
  • 10-08-5:Basic - Observed: Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed two ice scoops in ice bin in bar area. Warning Priority: Basic
  • 10-20-4:Basic - Observed: In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on handle of oven. Warning Priority: Basic
  • 22-08-4:Basic - Observed: Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed inside of microwave dried food build up. Warning Priority: Basic
  • 02D-03-4:Basic - Observed: 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 in grab n go cooler 3 different desserts packaged for sale without any product identity/description, date product was packaged, or name and address. Warning Priority: Basic
  • 53B-01-5:Intermediate - Observed: 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. Observed no proof of employee training. Warning Priority: Intermediate
  • 14-31-5:High Priority - Observed: Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed non food grade bags being used for pasta cold holding. Warning Priority: High Priority
  • 05-10-4:Intermediate - Observed: Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures. Observed thermometers not being used to check any cold holding, hot holding or hot temperatures. Using feel method. Warning Priority: Intermediate
  • 02C-02-5:Intermediate - Observed: Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked sweet potatoes, cooked mushrooms, and other items in walk-in cooler with no date markings. Warning Priority: Intermediate
  • 03A-03-5:High Priority - Observed: Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. 5 Flats of shell on eggs 53 Ambient Air Temperature. Warning Priority: High Priority
  • 01B-02-5:High Priority - Observed: Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed whole Red Snapper on counter at 56F, Crystal Blue Cooked Octopus at 54F 11 lbs, Royal White 16-20 4 lbs Raw Shrimp at 52F, Raw Mussels 4 lbs 54F. In walk in cooler: Cooked Noodles 7 lbs 54F, Cooked Chicken 7 lbs 52F, White beans cooked with onions 2 lbs 53F; Raw Calamari 2 lbs 58F, Raw beef cuts 2 lbs 56F, cooked Mushrooms 5 lbs53F, 3 cases Whole Chicken 57F; Reach in cooler: 2 lbs shrimp48F, White Fish 5 lbs 48F; Octopus with Mussels 2 lbs 48F; 5 lbs Salmon 48F. 5 Flats of shell on eggs 53 Ambient Air Temperature. Warning Priority: High Priority
  • 08B-12-5:Basic - Observed: Stored food not covered. Observed frozen broccoli not covered in reach in stand up freezer. Warning Priority: Basic
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed whole Red Snapper on counter at 56F, Crystal Blue Cooked Octopus at 54F 11 lbs, Royal White 16-20 4 lbs Raw Shrimp at 52F, Raw Mussels 4 lbs 54F. In walk in cooler: Cooked Noodles 7 lbs 54F, Cooked Chicken 7 lbs 52F, White beans cooked with onions 2 lbs 53F; Raw Calamari 2 lbs 58F, Raw beef cuts 2 lbs 56F, cooked Mushrooms 5 lbs53F, 3 cases Whole Chicken 57F; Reach in cooler: 2 lbs shrimp48F, White Fish 5 lbs 48F; Octopus with Mussels 2 lbs 48F; 5 lbs Salmon 48F. 5 Flats of shell on eggs 53 Ambient Air Temperature. Warning Priority: High Priority
  • 06-01-5:Basic - Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed seafood slacking on counter top to thaw, not under running water. Warning Priority: Basic
  • 36-27-5:Basic - Observed: Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed where slim Jim trash can goes, food splatter on wall. Warning Priority: Basic

8/23/2024· 1y 7mo ago

Visit ID: 8695862

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