F. M. Don's in Punta Gorda
Last inspected:
201 W Marion Ave, Punta Gorda, FL 33950F. M. DON's in Punta Gorda has accumulated 227 violations across 28 inspections since 2017, averaging 8.1 per visit. The facility has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $860 in fines. Fire safety inspections documented a portable fire extinguisher gauge repeatedly in the red zone at the exterior bar handwash sink between 2018 and 2021. Top recurring violations involve proper ventilation, consumer advisories, and protection of outer openings.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
F. M. Don's in Punta Gorda: Comparison to Charlotte County Averages
This Facility
8.1
violations / inspection
8.1 violations per inspection
Charlotte County Avg
4.19
violations / inspection
4.19 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Charlotte County Avg
0.07
closures / facility
0.07 county average
F. M. Don's in Punta Gorda: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $860.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2022002512 | $360.00 | Dec 22, 2021 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 7--2020051291 | $300.00 | Oct 27, 2020 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 7--2019051351 | $200.00 | Aug 20, 2019 | Miami (Doral) |
F. M. Don's in Punta Gorda: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed at exterior of bar next to handwash sink. - From follow-up inspection 2018-11-03: Presently in the red zone. **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed at exterior of bar next to handwash sink.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
F. M. Don's in Punta Gorda: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 3 inspections13 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections23 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 4 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections22 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections26 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections31 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
F. M. Don's in Punta Gorda: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was F. M. Don's in Punta Gorda last inspected?
- F. M. Don's in Punta Gorda was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 1, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at F. M. Don's in Punta Gorda?
- The most frequently cited violations at F. M. Don's in Punta Gorda are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Outer openings protected.
- How many health inspections has F. M. Don's in Punta Gorda had?
- F. M. Don's in Punta Gorda has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of F. M. Don's in Punta Gorda find?
- F. M. Don's in Punta Gorda was most recently inspected on December 1, 2025 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has F. M. Don's in Punta Gorda ever been shut down?
- No, F. M. Don's in Punta Gorda has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 F. M. Don's in Punta Gorda had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, F. M. Don's in Punta Gorda has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has F. M. Don's in Punta Gorda faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, F. M. Don's in Punta Gorda has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $860.00 in fines.
- How much has F. M. Don's in Punta Gorda been fined?
- F. M. Don's in Punta Gorda has been fined a total of $860.00 across 3 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).
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