Charlotte County — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
Charlotte County, Florida has 539 food establishments with 7,008 inspections on record. 2 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 93.4%, above the state average of 85.9%. Inspections average 4.2 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Pioneers Pizza in Port Charlotte, shut down May 7, 2026 for roach & rodent activity.
Largest fine: $800 assessed to Landy's Restaurant in Englewood on October 8, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated June 2026.
Most-Inspected Facilities
| Business | City | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pioneers Pizza | Port Charlotte | 40 | 269 | 2 |
| Finnegan's Grille and Pub | Port Charlotte | 30 | 178 | 2 |
| Landy's Restaurant | Englewood | 25 | 130 | 2 |
| Marco's Pizza | Englewood | 28 | 104 | 2 |
| Peters Family Restaurant | Port Charlotte | 35 | 297 | 1 |
Charlotte County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Charlotte County
93.4%
Pass Rate
93.4%
Florida Average
85.9%
Pass Rate
85.9%
Charlotte County
4.2
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.2
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Charlotte County
0.37
Closures per 100 Facilities
0.37
Florida Average
1.35
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.35
Charlotte County Restaurants: Recent Closures (1)
| Date | Business | City | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pioneers Pizza | Port Charlotte | Roach & rodent activity |
Charlotte County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mission BBQ | Port Charlotte | 1 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Pho Gulf Cove Vietnamese Cuisine | Port Charlotte | 9 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Fork N Flair | Englewood | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Placida Grill | Englewood | 5 (3 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Nicolas Italian Kitchen | Englewood | 4 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Luigi's Pizzeria | Port Charlotte | 5 (1 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Denny's #7965 | Englewood | 7 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Country Inn and Suites | Port Charlotte | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Swaad | Port Charlotte | 2 | Call Back - Complied | |
| El Jalisco Englewood | Englewood | 6 (2 high) | Administrative complaint recommended |
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 |
| May 19, 2026 | Charley's Grilled Subs | $400 | 7--2026018034 |
| Dec 19, 2025 | Tasty Caribbean | $400 | 7--2025053153 |
| Sep 4, 2025 | Blue Heron Pines Golf Course Pro Shop | $300 | 7--2025060020 |
| Jul 16, 2025 | Blue Heron Pines Golf Course Pro Shop | $160 | 7--2025049014 |
| Jun 30, 2025 | Leroys Southern Kitchen & Bar | $160 | 7--2025044522 |
Charlotte County Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Exit blocked or locked | 36 |
| Missing boiler certificate/report | 20 |
| Other fire safety violation | 20 |
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 11 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 10 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 1 |
Charlotte County Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records
In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Charlotte County has 152 FDACS-regulated facilities with 365 inspections on record and 125 stop-sale orders issued.
Charlotte County FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders
A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.
| Date | Facility | City | Product | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 420 Smoke Shop | Port Charlotte | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing | |
| 420 Smoke Shop | Port Charlotte | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing | |
| 420 Smoke Shop | Port Charlotte | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing | |
| 420 Smoke Shop | Port Charlotte | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing | |
| 420 Smoke Shop | Port Charlotte | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing | |
| 420 Smoke Shop | Port Charlotte | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing | |
| 420 Smoke Shop | Port Charlotte | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing | |
| 420 Smoke Shop | Port Charlotte | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing | |
| 420 Smoke Shop | Port Charlotte | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing | |
| 420 Smoke Shop | Port Charlotte | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling |
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Charlotte County FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations
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Charlotte County Retail Food Chains (FDACS)
| Chain | Locations | Stop-Sale Orders | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Publix | 5 | 30 | 875 |
| Circle K | 4 | 102 | 1,574 |
| CVS | 3 | 9 | 882 |
| Aldi | 3 | 2 | 310 |
| Walgreens | 3 | 1 | 743 |
| Wawa | 2 | 14 | 430 |
| Sams Club | 2 | 23 | 284 |
| Starbucks | 2 | 77 | 1,170 |
Charlotte County: Notable Restaurants
Pioneers Pizza
40 inspections
269 violations
2 closures
Finnegan's Grille and Pub
30 inspections
178 violations
2 closures
Landy's Restaurant
25 inspections
130 violations
2 closures
Peters Family Restaurant
35 inspections
297 violations
1 closures
Cody's Original Roadhouse
34 inspections
272 violations
Mission BBQ
29 inspections
147 violations
1 closures
Charlotte County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 11 | 579 | 1 |
| McDonalds | 6 | 397 | 0 |
| Wendys | 5 | 354 | 0 |
| Dunkin | 5 | 308 | 0 |
| Burger King | 4 | 236 | 1 |
| Five Guys | 3 | 41 | 0 |
| Taco Bell | 3 | 173 | 0 |
| Waffle House | 3 | 227 | 0 |
| Culvers | 3 | 214 | 0 |
| Arbys | 2 | 164 | 0 |
Charlotte County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Charlotte County?
- Charlotte County, Florida has 539 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 85.9%.
- 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.
- What was the most recent restaurant closure in Charlotte County?
- Pioneers Pizza in Port Charlotte was shut down on May 7, 2026 for roach & rodent activity.
- How does Charlotte County compare to the Florida state average?
- Charlotte County has a pass rate of 93.4%, which is 7.5 percentage points above the state average of 85.9%. The average violations per inspection is 4.2 compared to the state average of 4.66.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Charlotte County?
- Food establishments in Charlotte County have an average of 13 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 $35,520 in fines across 104 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $352 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.
- Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Charlotte County inspected?
- Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Charlotte County, Florida has 152 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 365 inspections on record.
- How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Charlotte County?
- FDACS has issued 125 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Charlotte County. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.
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4109 TAMIAMI TRL, Port Charlotte
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