Salty Tarpon in Punta Gorda
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408 Tamiami Trl Unit 112, Punta Gorda, FL 33950Salty Tarpon in Punta Gorda has recorded 31 inspections with 248 violations over its inspection history, averaging 8.0 violations per inspection — more than 50% above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been cited in 19 of the 31 inspections, with recurring findings including handwashing violations (cited in at least 8 inspections), food contact surface violations (6 inspections), proper cooking temperature violations (4 inspections), and employee health policy violations (3 inspections). The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. The most recent inspection on December 30, 2025 identified 15 violations including high-priority findings for proper hand and arm washing, food contact surfaces, and parasite destruction, with the inspection completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Salty Tarpon in Punta Gorda: Comparison to Charlotte County Averages
Salty Tarpon in Punta Gorda: Full Inspection History — DBPR (31)
— 3 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections17 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections19 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 6 inspections40 violations · 30 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 6 inspections35 violations · 24 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Salty Tarpon in Punta Gorda: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Salty Tarpon in Punta Gorda last inspected?
- Salty Tarpon in Punta Gorda was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 30, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Salty Tarpon in Punta Gorda?
- The most frequently cited violations at Salty Tarpon in Punta Gorda are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Salty Tarpon in Punta Gorda had?
- Salty Tarpon in Punta Gorda has had 31 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Salty Tarpon in Punta Gorda find?
- Salty Tarpon in Punta Gorda was most recently inspected on December 30, 2025 with 6 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Salty Tarpon in Punta Gorda ever been shut down?
- No, Salty Tarpon in Punta Gorda has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?
- Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
- 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.
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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).
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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