Charlotte Harbor Event and Conference Center

75 Taylor Street, Punta Gorda, FL 33950

Catering

Last inspected: Oct 28, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Charlotte Harbor Event and Conference Center has eight inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Oct 28, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “accumulation of residue buildup in the interior”, which has been cited two times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Punta Gorda restaurant scores 82. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 28, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed cart blocking the kitchen handwash sink. Operator removed the cart from blocking the kitchen handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple wet containers stacked at dish shelf. Operator removed the containers from being stacked to allow airflow. **Corrected On-Site**

24-08-4

Jul 14, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed wiping cloth chlorine sanitizer solution over 200ppm at prep area. Operator corrected to 100ppm on test strip. **Corrected On-Site**

41-15-5

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed residue buildup at walk in cooler handle. Operator cleaned the handles. **Corrected On-Site**

23-24-4

Nov 19, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration

FL-33

Jul 24, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

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Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Nov 15, 2023

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 hotdogs at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

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. **Repeat Violation**

53B-02-5

Basic - Accumulation of residue buildup in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Operator cleaned and sanitized the equipment. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

22-20-5

Aug 3, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Jan 27, 2023

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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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 measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.

16-62-1

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

Basic - Accumulation of residue buildup in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

22-20-5

Jul 20, 2022

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 salsa and Remoulade sauces at Walk in Cooler. Operator date marked the food items. **Corrected On-Site**

02C-03-5

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed on the floor at mop sink basin. Operator placed in the proper manner by hanging the mop head. **Corrected On-Site**

42-01-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Charlotte Harbor Event and Conference Center last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Charlotte Harbor Event and Conference Center on file is from Oct 28, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Charlotte Harbor Event and Conference Center?

Across the inspection record, “accumulation of residue buildup in the interior” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Charlotte Harbor Event and Conference Center.

How does Charlotte Harbor Event and Conference Center compare to other restaurants in Punta Gorda?

Charlotte Harbor Event and Conference Center most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Punta Gorda average of 82.

Has Charlotte Harbor Event and Conference Center's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Charlotte Harbor Event and Conference Center have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Charlotte Harbor Event and Conference Center 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 Charlotte Harbor Event and Conference Center inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Charlotte Harbor Event and Conference Center is inspected around two times per year on average.

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