Charlotte County — Food Safety Records
Charlotte County, Florida has 403 food establishments with 7,224 inspections on record. 1 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 93.4%, above the state average of 85.7%. 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 September 2026.
Charlotte County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Charlotte County
93.4%
Pass Rate
93.4%
Florida Average
85.7%
Pass Rate
85.7%
Charlotte County
4.2
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.2
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Charlotte County
0.25
Closures per 100 Facilities
0.25
Florida Average
1.96
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.96
Charlotte County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte Harbor Yacht Club | Port Charlotte | 3 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| # 1 Wok | Punta Gorda | 7 (2 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Donatos | Port Charlotte | 4 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Sweet's Diner | Port Charlotte | 8 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Portside Tavern | Port Charlotte | 3 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Buffalo Wings and Rings | Port Charlotte | 9 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Five Guys Burges and Fries | Port Charlotte | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Subway 2481 | Port Charlotte | 2 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Mission BBQ | Port Charlotte | 6 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| El Jalisco Englewood | Englewood | 4 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
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 |
| Aug 11, 2026 | El Jalisco Englewood | $200 | 7--2026052625 |
| Jun 10, 2026 | Metro Diner | $200 | 7--2026035576 |
| Jun 10, 2026 | Inka Grill Peruvian Cuisine | $200 | 7--2026031471 |
| Aug 25, 2026 | Guisados La Cumbre LLC | $200 | 7--2026050947 |
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
Perkins Restaurant and Bakery 1249
35 inspections
294 violations
Mission BBQ
30 inspections
153 violations
1 closures
Charlotte County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 11 | 583 | 1 |
| McDonalds | 6 | 406 | 0 |
| Wendys | 5 | 374 | 0 |
| Dunkin | 5 | 315 | 0 |
| Burger King | 4 | 241 | 1 |
| Culvers | 3 | 216 | 0 |
| Taco Bell | 3 | 177 | 0 |
| Five Guys | 3 | 41 | 0 |
| Waffle House | 3 | 239 | 0 |
| Panera Bread | 2 | 91 | 0 |
Charlotte County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Charlotte County?
- Charlotte County, Florida has 403 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 85.7%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Charlotte County this year?
- 1 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 7.7 percentage points above the state average of 85.7%. 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 17.9 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 $31,920 in fines across 94 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $347 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 (399)
South Port Square Gables East
23033 WESTCHESTER BLVD GABLES EAST, Port Charlotte
7 inspections · 33 violations · Last: Jan 2026Asylum Tavern
4030 N TAMIAMI TRL #A, Port Charlotte
21 inspections · 32 violations · Last: May 2026Subway
5855 PLACIDA RD STE 404, Englewood
15 inspections · 32 violations · Last: Aug 2026Holiday Inn Express & Suites Punta Gorda
9075 MAC DR, Punta Gorda
21 inspections · 32 violations · Last: Jul 2026Sleep Inn & Suites
806 KINGS HIGHWAY, Port Charlotte
20 inspections · 32 violations · Last: Jan 2026Pomodoro Italian Kitchen
829 TAMIAMI TRL, Port Charlotte
15 inspections · 31 violations · Last: Jul 2026South Port Square Gables West
23033 WESTCHESTER BLVD GABLES WEST, Port Charlotte
7 inspections · 30 violations · Last: Jan 2026Beachcomber Trading Post Restaurant
1927 BEACH RD, Englewood
9 inspections · 29 violations · Last: Aug 2026Heritage Landing Golf Club
14611 HERITAGE LANDING BLVD, Punta Gorda
13 inspections · 29 violations · Last: Jul 2026Fusion Cantina
24123 PEACHLAND BLVD UNIT A16-A17, Port Charlotte
13 inspections · 29 violations · Last: Jul 2026Poke Island
1931 TAMIAMI TRL UNIT 2, Port Charlotte
8 inspections · 27 violations · Last: Jul 2026Fk Your Diet 5
26530 JONES LOOP RD, Punta Gorda
9 inspections · 26 violations · Last: Nov 2025Babcock National
43071 GREENWAY BLVD, Punta Gorda
7 inspections · 25 violations · Last: Sep 2026Little Guys Pizza and Subs Punta Gorda
117 W MARION ST UNIT 112, Punta Gorda
5 inspections · 25 violations · Last: Sep 2026Del Taco #1413
19001 MURDOCK CIR, Port Charlotte
6 inspections · 23 violations · Last: Jul 2026Unwined Wine & Beer Bar
320 SULLIVAN ST, Punta Gorda
9 inspections · 23 violations · Last: May 2026Five Guys Burges and Fries
1900 TAMIAMI TRL STE 100, Port Charlotte
20 inspections · 23 violations · Last: Sep 2026Dunkin #363921
19298 VETERANS BLVD, Port Charlotte
5 inspections · 22 violations · Last: Jul 2026Hershey's Flavortown
1940 KINGS HWY STE 7, Port Charlotte
11 inspections · 22 violations · Last: Nov 2025Pioneers Pizza Express
2686 TAMIAMI TRAIL UNIT 5A & 6A, Port Charlotte
6 inspections · 21 violations · Last: Jan 2026