How many inspections has Deshi Friends in Punta Gorda had?

Deshi Friends in Punta Gorda has 3 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.

What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Deshi Friends in Punta Gorda find?

Deshi Friends in Punta Gorda was most recently inspected by FDACS on November 21, 2025 (Focused Inspection).

Has Deshi Friends in Punta Gorda had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?

Yes, Deshi Friends in Punta Gorda has 6 stop-sale or stop-use enforcement action(s) on record with Florida FDACS. Most affected products were voluntarily destroyed.

Deshi Friends in Punta Gorda

Name: Deshi Friends in Punta Gorda Inspection Records
Creator: Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
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Last inspected: November 21, 2025

618 Cooper St, Punta Gorda, FL 33950

Lee County · Convenience Store Limited FS · FDACS
Owner: Deshi Friends INC
FDACS Estab #: 499100

Overview

Deshi Friends in Punta Gorda received multiple stop-sale orders between March 2024 and November 2025 for controlled substances and labeling violations. A stop-sale order issued March 1, 2024 required the immediate removal of Uncle Bobs (Golden Hour Hemp) after the product was found to contain a controlled substance prohibited under Florida Statutes Chapter 893. Two additional stop-sale orders issued the same date targeted Lost THC products (Lost Distribution, FL) for violation of Florida Food Law related to distribution and retail sale. On November 21, 2025, three stop-sale orders were issued for misbranding and labeling violations, as well as missing Certificate of Analysis documentation. All products identified in the March 2024 orders were voluntarily destroyed by establishment management and witnessed by the inspector. The November 2025 violations remain under review; the establishment may request a written release from FDACS once corrections and required documentation have been obtained. A focused inspection on April 2, 2024 involved an offsite visit for bagged ice testing results with no violations cited. A subsequent focused inspection on November 21, 2025 documented 3 violations.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

3FDACS Insp.

7Violations

6Stop-Sale Orders

Last inspected FDACS: November 21, 2025

Deshi Friends in Punta Gorda: FDACS Inspection History (3)

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 — 1 inspection

Nov 21, 2025 — Focused Inspection· 3 violations· 3 stop-sale orders· Focused Inspection

Inspector: SCOTT RAPRAGER, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Risk-Based Violations

72 The certificate of analysis does not state the concentration of total delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol and of each prohibited substance, toxicant, residual solvent, metal, and pesticide listed in 5K-4.034 (5), F.A.C., contained in each batch. 5K-4.034(6)(o), F.A.C.

The certificate of analysis does not state the concentration of total delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol and of each prohibited substance, toxicant, residual solvent, metal, and pesticide listed in 5K-4.034 (5), F.A.C., See Supplements o

72 The certificate of analysis does not state whether the pathogens listed in 5K-4.034 (5)(e), F.A.C., are present or absent in each batch. 5K-4.034(6)(p), F.A.C.

The certificate of analysis does not state whether the pathogens listed in 5K-4.034 (5)(e), F.A.C., are present or absent in each batch. 5K-4.034(6)(p), F.A.C. See Supplements o

75 Hemp and hemp extract intended for human consumption does not declare the number of milligrams of each cannabinoid per serving and the serving size on the label. 5K-4.034(6)(c), F.A.C.

Hemp and hemp extract intended for human consumption does not declare the number of milligrams of each cannabinoid per serving and the serving size on the label. 5K-4.034(6)(c), F.A.C. See supplements o A Supplemental Report was also issued during the visit which includes important information for management.

Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions

STOP SALE ORDER

Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling

Lot: Number of Packages:

Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:

Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.

STOP SALE ORDER

Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Certificate of Analysis

Lot: Number of Packages:

Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:

Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.

STOP SALE ORDER

Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Certificate of Analysis

Lot: Number of Packages:

Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:

Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.

2024 — 2 inspections

Apr 2, 2024 — Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: SCOTT RAPRAGER, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: Offsite visit for receipt and upload of bagged ice testing results The original Stop-Use Order/Stop-Sale Order remains in effect. Food establishment can visit https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 when corrections have been made and/or when required documents have been obtained to request food safety inspector visit for written release of product and/or equipment. Failure to comply with the request for written release may or will result in Administrative Action.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

Mar 1, 2024 — Met Inspection Requirements· 4 violations· 3 stop-sale orders· Met Requirements

Inspector: SCOTT RAPRAGER

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. Stop Sale Order issued. Food establishment may visit https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 to request a written release of the Stop Sale Order. If the product contains a controlled substance, a court order obtained by a law enforcement agency may be required before the Department may release the product for destruction. Failure to obtain a written release from the Department prior to moving the stopped product or failure to comply with the terms of the Department's written release will result in Administrative Action.

Risk-Based Violations

2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing transmission of foodborne disease by a food employee who has a disease or medical condition that may cause foodborne disease, can not describe symptoms associated with diseases that are transmissible through food, or can not explain how to comply with reporting responsibilities and exclusion or restriction of food employees. 2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) and (17) Pf

Employee health policy questions not answered fully as required _ _ Citation Description: Cold held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 41°F or below. 3-501.16(A)(2) P Observation: Sandwiches in retail reach in cooler at 44*f internal temperature. Cos, product removed and placed under proper refrigeration Citation Description: 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 Observation: No written vomit/diarrhea clean up procedures

Good Retail Practice Violations

3-602.11(A) Food packaged onsite not labeled as specified in law, including 21 CFR 101 and 9 CFR 317. 3-602.11(A)

Bagged ice products in retail reach in freezer missing proper label. Cos, labels added to Product Citation Description: During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, utensil not stored on a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment; in running water of sufficient velocity to flush particles to the drain when used with moist foods; in a clean, protected location when used only with food that is not time/temperature control for safety food; or in a container of water maintained at 135°F or greater. 3-304.12(C)-(F) Observation: Ice scoop for back area ice machine stored on top of machine unprotected in unclean area. Cos, scoop removed

Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions

STOP SALE ORDER — Brand: Uncle Bobs

Reason: 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substance Comments: The product contains a control substance prohibited Pursuant to Chapter 893, Florida Statutes, and may not be sold or distributed. To request a Food Safety Inspector visit to obtain a written release of the Stop-Sale Order for purposes of removing and destroying the product, contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 or FoodSafety@FDACS gov. Release of the product for destruction may require a court order. FDACS-14325 Rev. 05/22 Print Date: 3/1/2024 Page 5 of 10 Scanned by CamScanner Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Bureau of Food Inspection Attention: Business Center Division of Food Safety 3125 Conner Boulevard, C-26 Tallahassee, FL 32399-1650 FOOD SAFETY INSPECTION SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT Florida Statues. Chapter 500.172, 500.174 (850) 245-5520 WILTON SIMPSON COMMISSIONER Visit #: 99997 182246355 Food Entity #: 499100 Food Entity Name: Deshi Friends Date Of Visit: March 01, 2024 Inspected By: SCOTT RAPRAGER Food Entity Location Address: 618 Cooper ST Punta Gorda, FL 33950-4007 Food Entity Mailing Address: 2506 Ashbury Cir Cape Coral, FL 33991-3161 Food Entity Type/Description: 123/Convenience Store Limited FS Food Entity Owner: Deshi Friends Inc SUPPLEMENTAL KEY #:

Lot: # Of Pkgs: 3 Size Of Pkg: 2.59 Total Weight: 7.5g

STOP SALE ORDER — Brand: Lost THC

Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Distribution and Retail Sale Comments: To request a Food Safety Inspector visit for written release when appropriate documentation has been obtained, contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 or [email protected]. FDACS-14325 Rev, 05/22 Print Date: 3/1/2024 Page 7 of 10 Scanned by CamScanner ‘i i i Bureau of Food Inspection Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services atonlon Boveenn Division of Food Safety 3125 Conner Boulevard, C-26 Tallahassee, FL 32399-1650 FOOD SAFETY INSPECTION SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT Florida Statues. Chapter 500.172, 500.174 ert (850) 245-5520 WLTON SIMPSON COMMISSIONER Visit #: 9997182246355 Food Entity #: 499100 Food Entity Name: Deshi Friends Date Of Visit: March 01, 2024 Inspected By: SCOTT RAPRAGER Food Entity Location Address: 618 Cooper ST Punta Gorda, FL 33950-4007 Food Entity Mailing Address: 2506 Ashbury Cir Cape Coral, FL 33991-3161 Food Entity Type/Description: 123/Convenience Store Limited FS Food Entity Owner: Deshi Friends Inc SUPPLEMENTAL KEY #:

Lot: # Of Pkgs: 8 Size Of Pkg: 4g Total Weight: 32g

STOP SALE ORDER — Brand: Lost THC

Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Distribution and Retail Sale Comments: To request a Food Safety Inspector visit for written release when appropriate documentation has been obtained, contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 or [email protected]. FDACS-14325 Rev. 05/22 Print Date: 3/1/2024 Page 8 of 10 Scanned by CamScanner Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Bureau of Food Inspection Attention: Business Center Division of Food Safety 3125 Conner Boulevard, C-26 Tallahassee, FL 32399-1650 FOOD SAFETY INSPECTION SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT Florida Statues. Chapter 500.172, 500.174 (850) 245-5520 WILTON SIMPSON COMM SSIONER Visit #: 9997182246355 Food Entity #: 499100 Food Entity Name: Deshi Friends Date Of Visit: March 01, 2024 Inspected By: SCOTT RAPRAGER Food Entity Location Address: 618 Cooper ST Punta Gorda, FL 33950-4007 Food Entity Mailing Address: 2506 Ashbury Cir Cape Coral, FL 33991-3161 Food Entity Type/Description: 123/Convenience Store Limited FS Food Entity Owner: Deshi Friends Inc SUPPLEMENTAL KEY #:

Lot: na # Of Pkgs: 9 Size Of Pkg: 4g Total Weight: 36g

Deshi Friends in Punta Gorda: Stop-Sale & Stop-Use Orders (6)

Products placed under stop-sale or stop-use order by FDACS inspectors. Stop-sale orders prohibit the sale of food that is adulterated, mislabeled, or poses a health risk.

FDACS stop-sale and stop-use orders for Deshi Friends in Punta Gorda
Date	Order Type	Product	Brand/Lot	Reason
Nov 21, 2025	STOP SALE ORDER	—	Number of Packages:	FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling
Nov 21, 2025	STOP SALE ORDER	—	Number of Packages:	FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Certificate of Analysis
Nov 21, 2025	STOP SALE ORDER	—	Number of Packages:	FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Certificate of Analysis
Mar 1, 2024	STOP SALE ORDER	—	Uncle Bobs / # Of Pkgs: 3 Size Of Pkg: 2.59 Total Weight: 7.5g	500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substance Comments: The product contains a contr…
Mar 1, 2024	STOP SALE ORDER	—	Lost THC / # Of Pkgs: 8 Size Of Pkg: 4g Total Weight: 32g	FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Distribution and Retail Sale Comments: To request a Food Safety Inspec…
Mar 1, 2024	STOP SALE ORDER	—	Lost THC / na # Of Pkgs: 9 Size Of Pkg: 4g Total Weight: 36g	FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Distribution and Retail Sale Comments: To request a Food Safety Inspec…

Deshi Friends in Punta Gorda: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Deshi Friends in Punta Gorda last inspected?: Deshi Friends in Punta Gorda was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on November 21, 2025. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has Deshi Friends in Punta Gorda had?: Deshi Friends in Punta Gorda has 3 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Deshi Friends in Punta Gorda find?: Deshi Friends in Punta Gorda was most recently inspected by FDACS on November 21, 2025 (Focused Inspection).
Has Deshi Friends in Punta Gorda had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?: Yes, Deshi Friends in Punta Gorda has 6 stop-sale or stop-use enforcement action(s) on record with Florida FDACS. Most affected products were voluntarily destroyed.
What are the most common violations at Deshi Friends in Punta Gorda?: The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Deshi Friends in Punta Gorda are: 2-102.11(C)(2)-(3): Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing transmission of foodborne disease by a food employee who has a disease or medical condition that may cause foodborne disease, can not describe symptoms associated with diseases that are transmissible through food, or can not explain how to comply with reporting responsibilities and exclusion or restriction of food employees. 2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) and (17) Pf; 3-602.11(A): Food packaged onsite not labeled as specified in law, including 21 CFR 101 and 9 CFR 317. 3-602.11(A).