Blue Heron Pines Golf Course Pro Shop

29201 S Jones Loop Rd, Punta Gorda, FL 33950

American

Last inspected: Feb 5, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show seven inspections at Blue Heron Pines Golf Course Pro Shop stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 5, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around two violations, down from roughly four violations earlier in the record.

“Commercially processed ready-to-eat” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

The city-wide average for Punta Gorda sits at 82, putting Blue Heron Pines Golf Course Pro Shop on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 5, 2026

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed the choking sign poster.

51-13-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop in the mop bucket. Operator hung the wet mop to air dry. **Corrected On-Site**

42-01-4

Nov 5, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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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 commercially processed chili not date marked at Reach in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site**

02C-03-5

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen raw beef being thawed at room temperature at prep table. Operator placed in Reach in Cooler to thaw. **Corrected On-Site**

06-01-5

Jul 28, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-28: The operator is in the process of receiving the food safety manager certificate. **Admin Complaint**

53A-01-7

May 27, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Observed cut lettuce, sour cream, and pico not time marked at kitchen prep table. Operator time marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

03F-02-5

Intermediate - No quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

16-37-1

Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed cut lettuce, sour cream, and pico not time marked at kitchen prep table and no written procedure. Emailed the written procedure. **Warning**

03F-10-5

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

53A-01-7

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwash sign at kitchen and bar handwash sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

31B-04-4

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed residue buildup in the interior of microwave. **Warning**

22-08-4

Mar 26, 2025

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**

53A-01-7

Intermediate - No quaternary and chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning**

16-37-1

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at kitchen handwash sink. Operator placed paper towels at kitchen handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31B-02-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwash sign posted at kitchen and bar handwash sink. **Warning**

31B-04-4

Apr 7, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

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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.

11-27-4

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.

11-26-1

Aug 31, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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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 deli meats at Make Table. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

02C-03-5

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee at kitchen.

13-03-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee glasses at cutting board in front of hotdog roller. Operator removed the glasses. **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Blue Heron Pines Golf Course Pro Shop last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Blue Heron Pines Golf Course Pro Shop on file is from Feb 5, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Blue Heron Pines Golf Course Pro Shop?

Across the inspection record, “commercially processed ready-to-eat” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Blue Heron Pines Golf Course Pro Shop.

How does Blue Heron Pines Golf Course Pro Shop compare to other restaurants in Punta Gorda?

Blue Heron Pines Golf Course Pro Shop most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Punta Gorda average of 82.

Has Blue Heron Pines Golf Course Pro Shop's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Blue Heron Pines Golf Course Pro Shop have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Blue Heron Pines Golf Course Pro Shop 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 Blue Heron Pines Golf Course Pro Shop inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Blue Heron Pines Golf Course Pro Shop is inspected around two times per year on average.

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