How many inspections has International Food in North Port had?

International Food in North Port has 2 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.

What did the most recent FDACS inspection of International Food in North Port find?

International Food in North Port was most recently inspected by FDACS on August 1, 2025 (Focused Inspection).

Has International Food in North Port had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?

No, International Food in North Port has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.

International Food in North Port

Name: International Food in North Port Inspection Records
Creator: Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

Last inspected: August 1, 2025

13201 Tamiami Trl, North Port, FL 34287

Sarasota County · Grocery Store < 15,000 sq ft · FDACS
Owner: Wander Food INC
FDACS Estab #: 428073

Overview

International Food, a grocery store in North Port, had 2 inspections on record between May and August 2025. A focused inspection on August 1 cited 1 violation for missing date marks on kielbasa and mortadella in the deli display case; the date of opening was determined compliant and the mark was added during the inspection. An earlier operating permit inspection on May 23 cited 5 violations including a priority violation for raw shell eggs stored directly above ready-to-eat items in a walk-in cooler, which were relocated during inspection. A priority temperature control violation cited store-made cabbage coleslaw held at 49°F in the retail display case; the product was rapidly cooled below 41°F and released. Additional violations included missing date marks on stuffed cabbage products in the deli display case (corrected on site) and the absence of written vomit and diarrhea cleanup procedures. All violations were corrected during the inspections.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

2FDACS Insp.

6Violations

Last inspected FDACS: August 1, 2025

International Food in North Port: FDACS Inspection History (2)

Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.

2025 — 2 inspections

Aug 1, 2025 — Focused Inspection· 1 violation· Focused Inspection

Inspector: SCOTT RAPRAGER, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: The issues described in request # 5136316 were addressed with the person in charge during this inspection

Risk-Based Violations

3-501.17(B) Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and packaged by a food processing plant not clearly marked, when opened onsite and held for more than 24 hours, to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed, sold, or discarded when held at 41°F or less for a maximum of 7 days; or the day the original container is opened onsite not counted as day 1. 3-501.17(B) PfPfRepeat

Retail, open commercially processed kielbasa and mortadella products in deli display case observed missing proper date marks. Cos, date of opening was determined to be within compliance and added to product

May 23, 2025 — Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection· 5 violations· Operating Without Permit

Inspector: SCOTT RAPRAGER, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to [email protected]. Please note each observation that has been corrected. Payments can be made online at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or can be mailed to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, P.O. Box 6720, Tallahassee FL 32314-6720. Checks and money orders are to be payable to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. All payments must include the Food Establishment number and reason of payment type in the memo section of the check or money order. Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must remit payment in full. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Follow the instructions on the portal page for payment processing. Payment by check or money order is also accepted, but must be made payable to FDACS and remitted to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, PO Box 6720, Tallahassee, FL 32314-6720. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Permit fees must be paid in full before your application can be processed further. Failure to pay any permit fees in full will result in the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties if you are found operating without a valid food permit, which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If you are found to be in violation of this provision, the Department may impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek administrative action to close your business. The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. An application for a food permit has been submitted. The Food Establishment shall remit payment of the appropriate fee within 10 days. Electronic online payment by credit card or e-check is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Payment by check or money order is also accepted but must be made payable to FDACS and remitted to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, PO Box 6720, Tallahassee, FL 32314-6720. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Contact the Business Center by email at [email protected] or by calling 850-245-5520 for further assistance. Vomit/diarrhea clean up guidance document provided

Risk-Based Violations

3-302.11(A)(1) Raw animal food not separated during storage, preparation, holding or display from ready-to-eat raw animal food, other raw ready-to-eat food, cooked ready-to-eat food, or fruits and vegetables before they are washed. 3-302.11(A)(1) PP

Back, raw shell eggs stored above ready to eat items in walk in cooler. Cos, items moved and properly stored x

3-501.16(A)(2) Cold held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 41°F or below. 3-501.16(A)(2) PP

Retail, Store made cabbage coleslaw in retail display case at 49*F. Cos, product rapidly cooled to below 41*F and released x

3-501.17(A) Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and held for more than 24 hours not clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed, sold or discarded when held at 41°F or less for a maximum of 7 days; or the day of preparation not counted as day 1. 3-501.17(A) PfPf

Retail, stuffed cabbage products in deli display case missing proper date marks. Cos, date of production determined to be in compliance and added to product. x

2-501.11 Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 PfPf

No written vomit/diarrhea clean up procedures

Good Retail Practice Violations

99 The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. 500.12, F.S., 5K-4.020(2), F.A.C. The food establishment shall complete the permitting process within 10 days. Contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 for further assistance.

The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. An application for a food permit has been submitted. The Food Establishment shall remit payment of the appropriate fee within 10 days. Electronic online payment by credit card or e-check is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Payment by check or money order is also accepted but must be made payable to FDACS and remitted to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, PO Box 6720, Tallahassee, FL 32314-6720. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Contact the Business Center by email at [email protected] or by calling 850-245-5520 for further assistance. o

International Food in North Port: Frequently Asked Questions

When was International Food in North Port last inspected?: International Food in North Port was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on August 1, 2025. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has International Food in North Port had?: International Food in North Port has 2 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of International Food in North Port find?: International Food in North Port was most recently inspected by FDACS on August 1, 2025 (Focused Inspection).
Has International Food in North Port had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?: No, International Food in North Port has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at International Food in North Port?: The most frequently cited FDACS violations at International Food in North Port are: 3-302.11(A)(1): Raw animal food not separated during storage, preparation, holding or display from ready-to-eat raw animal food, other raw ready-to-eat food, cooked ready-to-eat food, or fruits and vegetables before they are washed. 3-302.11(A)(1) P; 3-501.16(A)(2): Cold held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 41°F or below. 3-501.16(A)(2) P; 3-501.17(A): Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and held for more than 24 hours not clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed, sold or discarded when held at 41°F or less for a maximum of 7 days; or the day of preparation not counted as day 1. 3-501.17(A) Pf.