Culvers
Last inspected: Dec 1, 2025
78
Score
Culvers has been inspected 10 times since 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Dec 1, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
By comparison, the average Punta Gorda facility scores 82, putting Culvers on the weaker side. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 1, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Manager: Amber Woods, 09/12/2020.
53A-03-7
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed food debris on bottom interior of reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed small plastic containers not inverted on shelf next to Reach in Freezer. Operator inverted the containers. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
78
Aug 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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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. Operator primed the sanitizer to correct to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed unable to dispense paper towels at kitchen handwash sink. Operator fed the paper through the dispenser to dispense the paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-05-4
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 - Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tile at office. **Repeat Violation**
36-36-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Operator able to provide during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
51-18-6
64
Feb 28, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
82
Oct 30, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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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 employees wiping hands with gloves on apron at cookline and then touching utensil. Educated the employee to compliance by washing hands. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12A-28-4
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. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed food debris on bottom of the reach in freezer.
22-16-4
74
Feb 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Manager: John Clone. ServSafe food safety certified manager arrived during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
53A-05-6
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed debris in the interior of reach in freezer handles. Operator cleaned the handles. **Corrected On-Site**
23-24-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple containers at dish shelves. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
82
Oct 5, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed multiple ceiling tiles at front counter of establishment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-05: Observed ceiling tiles missing at front counter. **Time Extended**
36-36-4
95
Sep 27, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
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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 0ppm at Dish Machine. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization (3-compartment sink) until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-41-4
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 at cookline. Educated the operator. **Warning**
12A-28-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Operator cleaned the exterior of Dish Machine. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed multiple ceiling tiles at front counter of establishment. **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed Dish Machine not sanitizing properly. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed behind the ice chute at fountain station. **Warning**
23-03-4
61
Jun 6, 2023
Complaint Full
2 minor violations.
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Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
86
Feb 20, 2023
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Operator cleaned the exterior. **Corrected On-Site**
16-21-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup at fish batter container. Operator removed the cup. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed at flour container. Operator cleaned the exterior of the container. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt shaker container at cookline. Operator labeled the container. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
82
Sep 8, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. Observed container cracked at dish shelf.
14-16-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple containers at dish shelf. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Culvers last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Culvers on file is from Dec 1, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Culvers?
Across the inspection record, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Culvers.
How does Culvers compare to other restaurants in Punta Gorda?
Culvers most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Punta Gorda average of 82.
Has Culvers' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Culvers have averaged around three 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 three times per year on average.
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