Red Lobster in Port Charlotte
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1331 Tamiami Trl, Port Charlotte, FL 33948Part of: Red Lobster Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Red Lobster #0479 in Port Charlotte has been inspected 24 times between November 2022 and January 2026, accumulating 129 violations—averaging 5.4 per inspection, slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced any emergency closures. Employee health policy violations appeared in 5 of the last 6 inspections, and consumer advisory violations were cited in every recent inspection reviewed. Chemical storage violations also recurred across multiple inspections. Other recurring findings include improper cooking temperatures, handwashing violations, and food contact surface issues. The most recent inspection on January 8, 2026 (complaint-based) documented 8 violations including employee health policy and consumer advisory issues, with the inspection completed and no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Red Lobster in Port Charlotte: Comparison to Charlotte County Averages
Red Lobster in Port Charlotte: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— 3 inspections20 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Red Lobster in Port Charlotte: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Red Lobster in Port Charlotte last inspected?
- Red Lobster #0479 in Port Charlotte was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 22, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Red Lobster in Port Charlotte?
- The most frequently cited violations at Red Lobster #0479 in Port Charlotte are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Approved food source.
- How many health inspections has Red Lobster in Port Charlotte had?
- Red Lobster #0479 in Port Charlotte has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Red Lobster in Port Charlotte find?
- Red Lobster #0479 in Port Charlotte was most recently inspected on July 22, 2026 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Red Lobster in Port Charlotte ever been shut down?
- No, Red Lobster #0479 in Port Charlotte has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
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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).
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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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