Charlotte County — Food Safety Records
Charlotte County, Florida has 394 food establishments with 7,114 inspections on record. 2 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 93.4%, above the state average of 85.8%. Inspections average 4.2 violations per visit.
Largest fine: $800 assessed to Landy's Restaurant in Englewood on October 8, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated August 2026.
Charlotte County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Charlotte County
93.4%
Pass Rate
93.4%
Florida Average
85.8%
Pass Rate
85.8%
Charlotte County
4.2
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.2
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Charlotte County
0.51
Closures per 100 Facilities
0.51
Florida Average
2
Closures per 100 Facilities
2
Charlotte County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White Elephant Pub | Englewood | 4 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Ihop Restaurants | Port Charlotte | 19 (11 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Inka Grill Peruvian Cuisine | Port Charlotte | 40 (16 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Bocca Lupo's Coal Fired Pizza | Port Charlotte | 5 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Nan's Thai Noodle | Port Charlotte | 13 (2 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Ekiben INC | Port Charlotte | 13 (4 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Dough Bar Pizza Pasta | Punta Gorda | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Little Guys Pizza & Subs | Port Charlotte | 1 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Beachcomber Trading Post Restaurant | Englewood | 2 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Tasty Wok | Port Charlotte | 0 | Call Back - Complied |
Charlotte County Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 57,712 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 48,933 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 48,278 |
| 02 | Employee health policy | 44,626 |
| 23 | Chemical properly stored | 43,213 |
Charlotte County Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2025 | Landy's Restaurant | $800 | 7--2025067759 |
| Jun 8, 2026 | Pioneers Pizza | $400 | 7--2026032434 |
| May 19, 2026 | Charley's Grilled Subs | $400 | 7--2026018034 |
| Sep 4, 2025 | Blue Heron Pines Golf Course Pro Shop | $300 | 7--2025060020 |
| Jun 10, 2026 | Metro Diner | $200 | 7--2026035576 |
| Jun 10, 2026 | Inka Grill Peruvian Cuisine | $200 | 7--2026031471 |
Charlotte County Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Exit blocked or locked | 36 |
| Other fire safety violation | 20 |
| Missing boiler certificate/report | 20 |
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 11 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 10 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 1 |
Charlotte County: Notable Restaurants
Pioneers Pizza
40 inspections
269 violations
2 closures
Finnegan's Grille and Pub
32 inspections
195 violations
2 closures
Landy's Restaurant
26 inspections
141 violations
2 closures
Peters Family Restaurant
35 inspections
297 violations
1 closures
Cody's Original Roadhouse
34 inspections
272 violations
Inka Grill Peruvian Cuisine
10 inspections
114 violations
Charlotte County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 11 | 579 | 1 |
| McDonalds | 6 | 397 | 0 |
| Wendys | 5 | 368 | 0 |
| Dunkin | 5 | 315 | 0 |
| Burger King | 4 | 236 | 1 |
| Culvers | 3 | 216 | 0 |
| Taco Bell | 3 | 173 | 0 |
| Five Guys | 3 | 41 | 0 |
| Waffle House | 3 | 227 | 0 |
| Panera Bread | 2 | 91 | 0 |
Charlotte County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Charlotte County?
- Charlotte County, Florida has 394 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Charlotte County?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Charlotte County is 93.4%. The Florida state average is 85.8%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Charlotte County this year?
- 2 food establishments in Charlotte County have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in Charlotte County?
- The most frequently cited violations in Charlotte County are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Charlotte County?
- Subway has the most locations in Charlotte County with 11 establishments.
- How does Charlotte County compare to the Florida state average?
- Charlotte County has a pass rate of 93.4%, which is 7.6 percentage points above the state average of 85.8%. The average violations per inspection is 4.2 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Charlotte County?
- Food establishments in Charlotte County have an average of 18.1 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Charlotte County been assessed?
- Food establishments in Charlotte County have been assessed $31,520 in fines across 92 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $350 and the largest single fine was $1,200.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Charlotte County restaurants?
- 98 fire safety violations have been documented across 58 food establishments in Charlotte County. The most common issue is exit blocked or locked.
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Charlotte County Restaurants & Food Establishments (389)
Carmelo's Italian Ristorante
321 RETTA ESPLANADE, Punta Gorda
18 inspections · 61 violations · Last: Feb 2026Ja Ramen and Curry
24065 PEACHLAND BLVD UNIT 103, Port Charlotte
14 inspections · 60 violations · Last: Mar 2026Pinemoor Golf Club
80 CLUBHOUSE RD, Rotonda West
18 inspections · 60 violations · Last: Apr 2026Burger King #4893
26500 N JONES LOOP RD, Punta Gorda
23 inspections · 60 violations · Last: Dec 2025Rotonda Golf & Cc-palms (the)
266 ROTONDA CIR #A, Rotonda West
22 inspections · 60 violations · Last: Apr 2026Zaxby's
19590 COCHRAN BLVD, Port Charlotte
17 inspections · 59 violations · Last: Mar 2026Philadelphian
2320 TAMIAMI TRAIL #6, Port Charlotte
22 inspections · 59 violations · Last: Jan 2026Deep Creek Pizzeria
2000 RIO DE JANEIRO AVE UNIT 7, Punta Gorda
22 inspections · 59 violations · Last: Jan 2026Golden Krust Caribbean Restaurant
1825 TAMIAMI TRL STE A2, Port Charlotte
21 inspections · 58 violations · Last: Jul 2026McDonald's # 7480
1805 TAMIAMI TRL, Port Charlotte
21 inspections · 58 violations · Last: Sep 2025Waffle House # 2364
1228 TAMIAMI TRL, Punta Gorda
14 inspections · 58 violations · Last: Jan 2026Luckys Taste of Europe
2414 TAMIAMI TRAIL UNIT C, Port Charlotte
23 inspections · 58 violations · Last: Jan 2026Bingo Trail
1700 TAMIAMI TRAIL, Pt Charlotte
17 inspections · 58 violations · Last: Jul 2026Ichi Hibachi
312 W MARION AVE, Punta Gorda
12 inspections · 58 violations · Last: Jul 2026Sabor a Mi Tierra
3762 TAMIAMI TRL STE F, Port Charlotte
22 inspections · 56 violations · Last: Jul 2026McDonald's #36611
13418 S MCCALL RD, Port Charlotte
19 inspections · 56 violations · Last: May 2026Apulia Osteria Italiana
8501 PLACIDA RD UNIT 15, Placida
13 inspections · 56 violations · Last: Jan 2026Hungry Howies
2395 TAMIAMI TRL 16, Port Charlotte
20 inspections · 56 violations · Last: Jul 2026Charlotte Treasure Lanes
1059 TAMIAMI TRL, Port Charlotte
19 inspections · 56 violations · Last: Jul 2026Magnolias on the Bay
2395 N BEACH RD, Englewood
9 inspections · 55 violations · Last: Jun 2026