Culvers
Last inspected: Mar 5, 2026
86
Score
Public records show 11 inspections at Culvers stretching back to 2023. The most recent visit was on Mar 5, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near six violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning”, showing up three times.
Compared to the broader North Port restaurant scene, where the average is 78, this is a stronger showing. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 5, 2026
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
86
Jul 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on counter. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-21: Observed gaskets on order during call back inspection. ** Time Extended **
14-11-5
95
Jul 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
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High Priority - Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touching apron, then proceed to continue to work without washing hands and changing gloves. Coached employee. Employee wash hands correctly and put on new gloves. **Warning**
12A-28-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. Observed 5 flying insects under neath drink station (storage cabinet ) in drive through.observed none of them landing on any food contact surfaces. **Warning**
35A-02-7
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink at entrance to cook line with beverage stains. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-11-4
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 not date marked. Coached, then observed employee date marking milk. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02C-03-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on reach in coolers on line, food debris on back sides of handles. Observed employee cleaning and sanitizing handles. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed cambros on drying shelf stacked wet nesting. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on counter. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Iced tea/ Soda dispenser not cleaned at least once every 24 hours. Observed soda station in drive thru, around nozzles with black mold like substance. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-13-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed on cook line, soiled gaskets. Observed employee clean and sanitize gaskets. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old label residue on cambro stored on dry storage shelf. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
16-46-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar bin in cabinet, in drive thru without a label. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02D-01-5
43
Mar 5, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
58
Aug 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed through out kitchen area, especially on lids,old labels stuck on lids **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-26: Observed old labels on lids on storage shelf during call back inspection. **Time Extended **
16-46-4
95
Jul 25, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
47
Apr 2, 2024
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Food Temperature Measuring Devices Provided and Accurate
FL-46
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
70
Mar 15, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
74
Oct 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed multiple employee wearing gloves. When changing task from food handling, to raw food, back to food handling gloves were not changed.
12A-09-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener with food debris on it.
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed on top of dishwasher debris on it
16-21-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed multiple men working with no beard guard. Was told there were none on premises. **Repeat Violation**
13-04-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple dishes on drying rack wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in flour container, scoop inside container with handle down touching flour.
10-01-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.observed third pans with old labels stuck on them. Stored on drying shelf.
16-46-4
61
May 11, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 4 minor 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. Emailed manager DBPR Form HR 5030-104. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed ice machine handle in hand washing sink front counter. The operator removed ice machine handle from hand washing sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink does not provide water through a mixing valve or combination faucet. Observed cold water turned off at hand washing sink beside soda machine.
27-05-4
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. Emailed manager DBPR Form HR 5030-103. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in ice bin. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filter unprotected at coffee station.
25-06-4
55
Jan 17, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
No Bare Hand Contact with Ready-to-Eat Food
FL-09
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
33
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Culvers last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Culvers on file is from Mar 5, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Culvers?
Across the inspection record, “old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Culvers.
How does Culvers compare to other restaurants in North Port?
Culvers most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the North Port average of 78.
Has Culvers' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Culvers have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Culvers 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 Culvers inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Culvers is inspected around four times per year on average.
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