Brentwood Eats in Punta Gorda

Last inspected:

1538 Rio De Janeiro Ave, Punta Gorda, FL 33983
Overview

Brentwood Eats is a convenience store limited food service establishment in Punta Gorda that underwent a preoperational inspection on December 19, 2025. The inspection identified 4 violations, including a repeat finding that the establishment lacks written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomit or diarrhea events. The facility also did not have quaternary sanitizer test strips available to measure sanitizing solution concentration; the inspector provided a sample of strips during the visit. A mop sink was not installed at the time of inspection, and FDACS scheduled a check-back within 30 days to verify installation. Citations corrected during the inspection were initialed by the establishment.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

1FDACS Insp.
4Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Brentwood Eats in Punta Gorda: FDACS Inspection History (1)

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.

— 1 inspection
— Met Preoperational Inspection Requirements· 4 violations· Met Requirements

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. A check-back will be made in 30 days to ensure a mop sink is installed. If proper mop sink not installed a re-inspection required will be issued 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. The Minimum Construction Standards checklist has been used in accordance with 500.12(2)(a) Florida Statutes by the food safety inspector to determine compliance before obtaining a food permit. Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must meet all permitting requirements as specified in Rule 5K-4.020(2)(a)-(e), F.A.C. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Payment by check or money order is also accepted and must be accompanied by an invoice. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Failure to meet all permitting requirements 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 suspend food activities. Vomit/diarrhea clean up guidance document provided

Risk-Based Violations

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 PfPfRepeat
No written vomit/diarrhea clean up procedure observed during visit

Good Retail Practice Violations

4-302.14 Test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in MG/L of sanitizing solution not provided. 4-302.14 Pf
Back, no quaternary sanitizer test strips available. Cos, sample of strips provided
5-203.13 Service sink or curbed cleaning facility equipped with a floor drain not provided or not conveniently located for the cleaning of mops or similar wet floor cleaning tools and for the disposal of mop water and similar liquid waste. Toilet or urinal is used as a service sink for the disposal of mop water and similar liquid waste. 5-203.13
Back, no mop sink installed. A check-back will be made in 30 days to ensure a mop sink is installed. If proper mop sink not installed a re-inspection required will be issued
6-202.14 Toilet room located inside the food establishment not completely enclosed or not provided with a tight-fitting self-closing door. 6-202.14
Back, restroom door us not self closing

Brentwood Eats in Punta Gorda: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Brentwood Eats in Punta Gorda last inspected?
Brentwood Eats in Punta Gorda was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on December 19, 2025. Inspection type: Met Preoperational Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has Brentwood Eats in Punta Gorda had?
Brentwood Eats in Punta Gorda has 1 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Brentwood Eats in Punta Gorda find?
Brentwood Eats in Punta Gorda was most recently inspected by FDACS on December 19, 2025 (Met Preoperational Inspection Requirements).
Has Brentwood Eats in Punta Gorda had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Brentwood Eats in Punta Gorda has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Brentwood Eats in Punta Gorda?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Brentwood Eats in Punta Gorda are: 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 Pf; 4-302.14: Test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in MG/L of sanitizing solution not provided. 4-302.14 Pf; 5-203.13: Service sink or curbed cleaning facility equipped with a floor drain not provided or not conveniently located for the cleaning of mops or similar wet floor cleaning tools and for the disposal of mop water and similar liquid waste. Toilet or urinal is used as a service sink for the disposal of mop water and similar liquid waste. 5-203.13.

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