Rj's New England Seafood in Port Charlotte
Last inspected:
17753 Toledo Blade Blvd, Port Charlotte, FL 33948RJ's New England Seafood in Port Charlotte has been emergency-closed once, on February 21, 2024, for roach activity. The facility received a disciplinary action with $400 in fines. Across 23 inspections dating back to 2016, the facility accumulated 81 total violations, averaging 3.5 per inspection, below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations including employee health policy violations, proper cooking temperatures, and chemical storage were cited across multiple inspections. The most recent inspection on October 29, 2025 was completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: February 21, 2024 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Rj's New England Seafood in Port Charlotte: Comparison to Charlotte County Averages
This Facility
3.5
violations / inspection
3.5 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
Rj's New England Seafood in Port Charlotte: Emergency Closure History (1)
Rj's New England Seafood in Port Charlotte: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024010839 | $400.00 | Feb 21, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale |
Rj's New England Seafood in Port Charlotte: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 5 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 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
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 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
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 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
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Rj's New England Seafood in Port Charlotte: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Rj's New England Seafood in Port Charlotte last inspected?
- Rj's New England Seafood in Port Charlotte was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 9, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Rj's New England Seafood in Port Charlotte last shut down?
- Rj's New England Seafood in Port Charlotte was last shut down on February 21, 2024 for roach 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 Rj's New England Seafood in Port Charlotte?
- The most frequently cited violations at Rj's New England Seafood in Port Charlotte are: Employee health policy, Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Rj's New England Seafood in Port Charlotte had?
- Rj's New England Seafood in Port Charlotte has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Rj's New England Seafood in Port Charlotte find?
- Rj's New England Seafood in Port Charlotte was most recently inspected on April 9, 2026 with 3 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Rj's New England Seafood in Port Charlotte ever been shut down?
- Yes, Rj's New England Seafood in Port Charlotte has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V41 (Toilet facilities) mean?
- Violation 41 (Toilet facilities) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/41.
- Has Rj's New England Seafood in Port Charlotte faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Rj's New England Seafood in Port Charlotte has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Rj's New England Seafood in Port Charlotte been fined?
- Rj's New England Seafood in Port Charlotte has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
Nearby Establishments to Rj's New England Seafood
Poor Inspection Records Near Port Charlotte
Stories You May Have Missed Port Charlotte
Little Guys Pizza Had 7 High-Severity Violations in May. It Stayed Open.
A Port Charlotte pizza shop was cited for food from unapproved sources, no employee illness policy, and improper handwas…
Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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.
This page is maintained by FloridaFoodSafety.org and is not affiliated with Rj's New England Seafood. How we collect and verify this data.