Pioneers Pizza in Port Charlotte
Last inspected:
4560 Tamiami Trl Ste 7, Port Charlotte, FL 33980Pioneers Pizza in Port Charlotte has accumulated 259 violations across 38 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.8 per visit. The facility was shut down once for rodent activity. State records show one fire safety violation from 2018 for a locked exit door that did not function properly. The restaurant has faced two disciplinary actions totaling $800 in fines, with the largest single penalty at $400. Top recurring violations include improper ventilation, missing consumer advisories, and unclean multi-use utensils.
Most recent closure: March 5, 2024 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Pioneers Pizza in Port Charlotte: Comparison to Charlotte County Averages
This Facility
6.7
violations / inspection
6.7 violations per inspection
Charlotte County Avg
4.19
violations / inspection
4.19 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Charlotte County Avg
0.07
closures / facility
0.07 county average
Pioneers Pizza in Port Charlotte: Emergency Closure History (1)
Pioneers Pizza in Port Charlotte: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024027392 | $400.00 | Mar 28, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2024013522 | $400.00 | Mar 5, 2024 | Miami (Doral) |
Pioneers Pizza in Port Charlotte: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 46-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only. Observed the exit door lock not operable. It stays in the locked position.
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.
Pioneers Pizza in Port Charlotte: Full Inspection History — DBPR (40)
— 2 inspections9 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 7 inspections27 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 4 violations · Warning Issued
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections41 violations · 24 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 3 inspections20 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections24 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 9 inspections34 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Pioneers Pizza in Port Charlotte: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Pioneers Pizza in Port Charlotte last inspected?
- Pioneers Pizza in Port Charlotte was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 8, 2026. The result was: Emergency Order Callback Complied.
- When was Pioneers Pizza in Port Charlotte last shut down?
- Pioneers Pizza in Port Charlotte was last shut down on March 5, 2024 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Pioneers Pizza in Port Charlotte?
- The most frequently cited violations at Pioneers Pizza in Port Charlotte are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Pioneers Pizza in Port Charlotte had?
- Pioneers Pizza in Port Charlotte has had 40 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Pioneers Pizza in Port Charlotte find?
- Pioneers Pizza in Port Charlotte was most recently inspected on May 8, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Emergency Order Callback Complied.
- Has Pioneers Pizza in Port Charlotte ever been shut down?
- Yes, Pioneers Pizza in Port Charlotte has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Pioneers Pizza in Port Charlotte had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Pioneers Pizza in Port Charlotte has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Pioneers Pizza in Port Charlotte faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Pioneers Pizza in Port Charlotte has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has Pioneers Pizza in Port Charlotte been fined?
- Pioneers Pizza in Port Charlotte has been fined a total of $800.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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