Chubbyz 2 Tavern
Last inspected: Feb 4, 2026
61
Score
Public records show 11 inspections at Chubbyz 2 Tavern stretching back to 2022. Chubbyz 2 Tavern was last inspected on Feb 4, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.
“Commercially processed ready-to-eat” comes up most often, recorded five times in the inspection record.
Chubbyz 2 Tavern's latest score of 61 falls below the Port Charlotte average of 82. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
11
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 4, 2026
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 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 chlorine sanitizer at 0ppm due to not being primed. Operator corrected to 100ppm by priming the sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed multiple ice cubes at bar handwash sink. Educated the employee of handwash sink strictly for hand washing. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed debris in the interior handle of Walk in Cooler. Operator cleaned and sanitized the interior of handle. **Corrected On-Site**
23-24-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed utensils not inverted at wait station. Operator inverted the utensils. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
61
Dec 12, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-3
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed sanitizer spray bottle not labeled at prep table shelf. Operator labeled the sanitizer spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed residue buildup at the interior of ice machine. Operator cleaned and sanitized the ice machine. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed residue buildup at the exterior of Dish Machine. Operator cleaned the exterior of Dish Machine. **Corrected On-Site**
16-21-4
70
Nov 13, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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 open gallon of milk not date marked at Reach in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
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 handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple wet cups stacked at wait station. Educated the operator to allow airflow while the cups are wet to dry before stacking the cups.
24-08-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Operator closed the dumpster lid. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
74
Aug 14, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs over lime at Walk in Cooler. Operator removed the raw shell eggs over raw chicken at Walk in Cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beef not date marked at Make Table. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach in cooler. Observed standing water in bottom of Make Table.
29-49-6
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed scoop with no handle at flour container not. Operator removed the scoop without handle at container. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed no label at flour container. Operator labeled the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
67
Mar 7, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
78
Oct 28, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time control for safety food due to time abuse. Observed buttermilk 2.75 gallons with expiration date of 10/24/2024.
01B-02-5
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 half and half dairy creamer and butter milk not date marked at bar and Reach in Cooler. **Repeat Violation**
02C-03-5
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed fish in reduced oxygen packaging thawing at 3 compartment sink. Operated removed the fish from reduced oxygen packaging. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
06-09-1
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed coffee filters exposed to open contaminants on shelf at wait station. Operated placed coffee filters in bag. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
70
Apr 29, 2024
Complaint Full
4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
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 bar. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda gun soiled at bar. Operator cleaned the soda gun. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed strainer at bar handwash sink. Operator removed the strainer. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee dumping liquid at bar handwash sink. Educated the operator.
31A-11-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee eating at cookline. Educated the operator.
12B-02-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop on top of soiled cloth at exterior ice machine at side of establishment. Operator removed the scoop to wash, rinse, and sanitize and placed in clean container. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen fish at room temperature next to meat station. Operator placed the food item in Walk in Cooler to thaw. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
58
Oct 3, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw fish over whole tomatoes at Walk in Cooler. Operator removed the fish to a proper and safe location. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade at prep table. Operator cleaned and sanitized the blade. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand cart blocking the handwash sink. Operator removed the cart. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed fish at Walk in Cooler. Operator removed from reduce oxygen package. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
Basic - Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed multiple tiles missing on the wall at ware washing area next to dish machine.
36-30-4
64
Jul 11, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observe chili 112F and Queso 115F. Operator placed on Stove to reheat to a minimum of 165F. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
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.
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 butter milk at Reach in Cooler. 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.
11-27-4
Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed door handles in disrepair at Reach in Cooler.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed by ware washing area due to floor not smooth.
36-22-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed multiple employees at cookline. Educated the employees.
13-04-4
50
Oct 17, 2022
Complaint Full
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
78
Jul 29, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw fish 58F at cookline ice bath. Operator placed more ice to bring temperature down to 41F or below. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
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 multiple milk containers. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple cups at wait station above soda fountain machine and bar. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed Deep Fryer baskets in disrepair. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
33-20-4
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Chubbyz 2 Tavern last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Chubbyz 2 Tavern on file is from Feb 4, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Chubbyz 2 Tavern?
Across the inspection record, “commercially processed ready-to-eat” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Chubbyz 2 Tavern.
How does Chubbyz 2 Tavern compare to other restaurants in Port Charlotte?
Chubbyz 2 Tavern most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Port Charlotte average of 82.
Has Chubbyz 2 Tavern's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Chubbyz 2 Tavern have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Chubbyz 2 Tavern means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Chubbyz 2 Tavern inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Chubbyz 2 Tavern is inspected around three times per year on average.
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