Charlotte Harbor Yacht Club
Last inspected: Oct 21, 2025
86
Score
Across the available record, Charlotte Harbor Yacht Club has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Oct 21, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
When inspectors have written things up, “commercially processed ready-to-eat” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
The city-wide average for Port Charlotte sits at 82, putting Charlotte Harbor Yacht Club on the better side of that line. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 21, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed buildup of ice at Reach in Freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. Observed no waste receptacle at cookline handwash sink.
33-38-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old label on container at dish shelf. Operator removed the old label. **Corrected On-Site**
16-46-4
86
Jul 31, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine sanitizer 0ppm on test strip due to empty sanitizer container. Operator replaced the sanitizer container with a full container to correct the sanitizer to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed residue buildup on the can operator blade at prep table. Operator cleaned and sanitized the blade. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Observed multiple photocopies of foodhandler training certificates. **Repeat Violation**
53B-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed multiple food items on the floor at Walk in Cooler. Operator removed the food items off the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
67
Feb 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
52
Sep 25, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at kitchen handwashing sink. Operator placed paper towels at kitchen handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
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 heavy cream not date marked at Walk in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02C-03-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour and panko containers not labeled at Reach in Cooler. Operator labeled the food items. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled oven at kitchen. Operator cleaned the oven. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
74
Feb 6, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 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 raw ground beef over raw shrimp at Reach in Freezer. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
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. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02C-03-5
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
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed Reach in Cooler at kitchen.
14-11-5
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at Walk in Cooler and dry storage area.
36-02-5
64
Sep 25, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed at exterior mop sink by the back entrance to the kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-25: Observed 1 side missing of vacuum breaker at mop sink. **Time Extended**
29-42-4
86
Jul 26, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed at exterior mop sink by the back entrance to the kitchen. **Warning**
29-42-4
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. **Warning**
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 dairy creamer at wait station and frozen yogurt at Walk in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-03-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed at Make Table. No potentially hazardous food items at time of inspection. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed top oven at kitchen. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Observed at entrance to bar. **Warning**
29-17-4
61
Jan 11, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
58
Jul 21, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed at 0ppm due to empty sanitizer container. Operator replaced the sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
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 Walk in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed multiple food items at Walk in Freezer.
08B-38-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven at kitchen.
22-08-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at ware washing area and bar handwash sink.
31B-04-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Charlotte Harbor Yacht Club last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Charlotte Harbor Yacht Club on file is from Oct 21, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Charlotte Harbor Yacht Club?
Across the inspection record, “commercially processed ready-to-eat” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Charlotte Harbor Yacht Club.
How does Charlotte Harbor Yacht Club compare to other restaurants in Port Charlotte?
Charlotte Harbor Yacht Club most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Port Charlotte average of 82.
Has Charlotte Harbor Yacht Club's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Charlotte Harbor Yacht Club have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Charlotte Harbor Yacht Club 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 Yacht Club inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Charlotte Harbor Yacht Club is inspected around three times per year on average.
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