Winesett House in Punta Gorda
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139 W Marion Ave, Punta Gorda, FL 33950Winesett House in Punta Gorda has accumulated 158 violations across 25 inspections dating to at least 2016, averaging 6.3 violations per inspection—more than 20% above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed on September 25, 2018 for rodent activity and has been subject to one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. Employee health policy violations appear in every recent inspection from 2022 through 2026, including failures in handwashing procedures, employee health reporting, and proper food handling practices by sick workers. High-priority violations for approved food sources, hand and arm washing, and food contact surface sanitation have recurred across multiple inspections. The most recent inspection on March 11, 2026 documented 12 violations—the highest count in the current record—including four separate high-priority findings before the inspection was completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: September 25, 2018 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Winesett House in Punta Gorda: Comparison to Charlotte County Averages
Winesett House in Punta Gorda: Emergency Closure History (1)
Winesett House in Punta Gorda: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2018050505 | $400.00 | Sep 25, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
Winesett House in Punta Gorda: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 7 inspections34 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
Winesett House in Punta Gorda: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Winesett House in Punta Gorda last inspected?
- Winesett House in Punta Gorda was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 11, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Winesett House in Punta Gorda last shut down?
- Winesett House in Punta Gorda was last shut down on September 25, 2018 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Winesett House in Punta Gorda?
- The most frequently cited violations at Winesett House in Punta Gorda are: Consumer advisory, Employee health policy, Management awareness.
- How many health inspections has Winesett House in Punta Gorda had?
- Winesett House in Punta Gorda has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Winesett House in Punta Gorda find?
- Winesett House in Punta Gorda was most recently inspected on March 11, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Winesett House in Punta Gorda ever been shut down?
- Yes, Winesett House in Punta Gorda has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- 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 V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- Has Winesett House in Punta Gorda faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Winesett House in Punta Gorda has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Winesett House in Punta Gorda been fined?
- Winesett House in Punta Gorda has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 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).
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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