DOWNTOWN GATORZ
502 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
Punta Gorda, Florida, 33950
Charlotte County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★★☆☆ (3.0/5)
Based on 4 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 1/28/2025
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
3
Total
4
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed residue buildup at Walk in Cooler handles. Operator cleaned the handles. Corrected On-Site
- 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet wiping cloth under cutting board at Make Table. Operator removed from underneath the cutting board. Corrected On-Site
- 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth at Make Table. Operator placed the wet wiping cloth in sanitizer solution. Corrected On-Site
- 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.
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/28/2025 revealed 4 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 3 basic).
Inspection on 8/6/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
1
Basic
1
Total
3
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 10-17-4:Basic - In-use spatula stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed spatula between the oven and prep table touching underneath the oven. Operator removed to wash and sanitize the equipment. Corrected On-Site
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw gator meat behind deli meat at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items. 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.
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/6/2024 revealed 3 total violations (1 high priority, 1 intermediate, 1 basic).
Inspection on 10/10/2023
High Priority
1
Intermediate
0
Basic
3
Total
4
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple containers at dish shelf stacked on top of each other while wet. Operator placed in a manner to properly air dry by placing space between containers. Corrected On-Site
- 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked poultry Tapt Walk in Cooler. Operator covered the food item. Corrected On-Site
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Corrected On-Site
- 12A-17-4:High Priority - Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed employee at kitchen. Educated the employee to compliance by washing hands at least 10 to 15 seconds. Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/10/2023 revealed 4 total violations (1 high priority, 0 intermediate, 3 basic).
Inspection on 7/13/2023
High Priority
1
Intermediate
1
Basic
3
Total
5
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwash sign at men's restroom.
- 29-08-4:Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed pipes in disrepair. In the process of repairs.
- 36-02-5:Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at kitchen. In the process of sealing the floor.. Repeat Violation
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw ground beef behind flour at Reach in Cooler. Operator switched the food items. Corrected On-Site
- 27-16-4:Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at ware washing area handwash sink. Operator turned the hot side on due to pipes in disrepair. Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 7/13/2023 revealed 5 total violations (1 high priority, 1 intermediate, 3 basic).