Bingo Trail
Last inspected: Jan 23, 2026
78
Score
The health department has logged six inspections at Bingo Trail, the earliest from 2024. Bingo Trail was last inspected on Jan 23, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
The city-wide average sits at 82, which Bingo Trail's 78 doesn't quite reach. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 23, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed open bag of raw chicken over dairy at Reach in Freezer. Operator placed the raw chicken on the bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-02-6
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone at prep table. Operator removed the cell phone and placed it at the front desk. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food not identified/segregated from the food served to customers. Operator placed employee food in container and labeled it. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-49-4
78
Aug 25, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over bread at Reach in Cooler. Operator placed the raw shell eggs on the bottom of Reach in Cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stained cutting board at Make Table.
22-02-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed no hair restraint on employee at prep area. Employee placed hair restraint over their hair/head. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
74
Apr 7, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed open package of raw chicken over fries at Reach in Freezer. Operator switched the food items.
08A-17-6
Intermediate - No quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Basic - Large utensils not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed multiple large utensils not inverted at dish shelf.
24-05-4
74
Aug 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed open package of raw chicken over bread at Reach in Freezer. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed milk not date marked at Reach in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
78
May 3, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over bread at Reach in Cooler. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed squeegee at ware washing area handwash sink. Operator removed the item. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-02-5
Intermediate - Expired chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed quaternary test strips expired with the date of 01/30/2017. Educated the operator.
16-37-1
64
Jan 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed open bag of raw chicken over roast beef at Reach in Freezer. Operator placed raw chicken on bottom of Reach in Freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provide the form which was completed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed milk at Reach in Cooler not date marked. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided the written procedure. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Manager: Teresa Barker: 05/20/2015.
53A-03-7
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee at cookline. Educated the employee and operator.
13-03-4
55
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Bingo Trail last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Bingo Trail on file is from Jan 23, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Bingo Trail?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Bingo Trail.
How does Bingo Trail compare to other restaurants in Port Charlotte?
Bingo Trail most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Port Charlotte average of 82.
Has Bingo Trail's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Bingo Trail have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Bingo Trail means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Bingo Trail inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Bingo Trail is inspected around three times per year on average.
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