Italia in Punta Gorda
Last inspected:
127 W Marion Ave, Punta Gorda, FL 33950Italia in Punta Gorda, a 150-seat restaurant, averaged 4.95 violations per inspection across 20 inspections between August 2022 and October 2025, slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has recorded 99 total violations with no emergency closures. Employee health policy violations appeared in 7 of the 20 inspections, and proper hand/arm washing violations were cited in 6 inspections, representing the two most persistent compliance issues. High-priority violations dominated the record, including recurring citations for approved food source, consumer advisory, chemical storage, and shell stock requirements. The most recent inspection on October 22, 2025 resulted in 9 violations (1 high-priority) and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Italia in Punta Gorda: Comparison to Charlotte County Averages
Italia in Punta Gorda: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
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— 3 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 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
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 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 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 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
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Italia in Punta Gorda: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Italia in Punta Gorda last inspected?
- Italia in Punta Gorda was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 15, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
- What are the most common violations at Italia in Punta Gorda?
- The most frequently cited violations at Italia in Punta Gorda are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Italia in Punta Gorda had?
- Italia in Punta Gorda has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Italia in Punta Gorda find?
- Italia in Punta Gorda was most recently inspected on July 15, 2026 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
- Has Italia in Punta Gorda ever been shut down?
- No, Italia in Punta Gorda has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 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.
- What does Florida violation V40 (Wiping cloths usage) mean?
- Violation 40 (Wiping cloths usage) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/40.
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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.
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