Ekiben
Last inspected: Mar 18, 2026
43
Score
Inspectors have visited Ekiben eight times, with records going back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 18, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around six violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “time/temperature control for safety food identified” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Ekiben's latest score of 43 falls below the Port Charlotte average of 82. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
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Inspections
3
Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 18, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Observed cooked rice and tapioca boba pearls held under time as public health control with no time marking. The operator placed time marks for the foods. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken stored over unwashed vegetables in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw chicken. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medicines stored on a shelf above the reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator properly stored the medicines. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled with an accumulation of food debris.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. The operator provided soap for the hand sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the ice chute for the soda machine at the front counter.
22-20-5
Basic - In-use knife stored in cracks between a food prep table and a reach in cooler. The operator removed the knife. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-17-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. The operator placed the wet cloths in the sanitizer solution between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed the wiping cloth chlorine solution at 0ppm. The operator replaced the bucket. The new sanitizer recorded 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
43
Sep 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed prepped chicken in walk in without date markings. Observed operator dating chicken and other items. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed chopping knives in between freezer outside wall and prep table. Observed operator removing knives and putting into dish. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs hanging on oven door. Observed operator removing tongs and putting into dish. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed inside of microwave with food splatter.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on reach in soiled with food debris.
23-03-4
Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Observed when entering establishment, a musty odor in dining room area.
36-64-5
70
Feb 6, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
78
Jul 23, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
52
Mar 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
In-Use Utensils Properly Stored
FL-43
55
Oct 12, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed mold like substance on back side of dispensing handles on soda despising machine. Observed operator cleaning machine and sanitizing machine **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed in back near three compartment sink and in walk in freezer, food stored on floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored with mop head down on floor
42-01-4
82
Mar 28, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw tuna over ready to eat broccoli at Walk in Cooler. Operator removed the tuna to a safe location. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Observed multiple food item at prep table and cookline. Operator time marked the food items. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken over whole red onions at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
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 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 - Food stored on floor. Observed multiple food items at Walk in Freezer.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed multiple utensils at frontline prep table. Operator removed the water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
47
Dec 16, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 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 chicken over raw beef at Walk in Freezer. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Observed cooked chicken and shrimp on table next to deep fryer. Operator time marked the food items. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
03F-02-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at frontline handwash sink. Operator placed paper towels next to handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed chlorine sanitizer under 50ppm on test strip. Operator added the sanitizer to 100pm. **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed multiple food items at Walk in Freezer. Operator removed the food items off the floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container at frontline. Operator labeled the food item. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ekiben last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Ekiben on file is from Mar 18, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Ekiben?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food identified” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Ekiben.
How does Ekiben compare to other restaurants in Port Charlotte?
Ekiben most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Port Charlotte average of 82.
Has Ekiben's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ekiben have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Ekiben means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Ekiben inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Ekiben is inspected around two times per year on average.
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