Ginger Dim Sum
Last inspected: Jan 21, 2026
64
Score
Public records show 11 inspections at Ginger Dim Sum stretching back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Jan 21, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near six violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been the most frequent reason, cited six times.
Compared to other Port Charlotte restaurants (averaging 82), there's room to close the gap. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
11
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 21, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw duck over raw pork at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed residue buildup on can opener blade at prep table. Operator cleaned and sanitized the blade. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at cookline handwash sink. Operator turned on the hot side of water at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
27-16-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed multiple cuts on cutting board at Make Table.
14-09-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed soup bowls not inverted at prep table. Operator inverted the bowls. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
64
Sep 18, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp over cut lettuce at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed multiple containers in the basin of prep area handwash sink next to 3 compartment sink. Operator removed the containers. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed multiple flour containers with bowls at prep area. Operator removed the bowls. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint at prep area cutting vegetables. Observed employee placed hair restraint over their hair/head. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour container not labeled at dry storage area. Operator labeled the food item. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
67
Aug 21, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed soup 82F at prep table. Operator reheated the soup to a minimum of 165F at Stove. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - partial physical barrier between top and bottom. Observed raw chicken over sauce at Make Table. Operator removed the sauce away from underneath the raw chicken. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-13-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed residue buildup on cutting board at Make Table. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed residue buildup on oven handle at cookline. Operator cleaned the handle. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed multiple food items in containers on the floor at Walk in Cooler. Operator removed the food items off the floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
61
Mar 24, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken over pineapple at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
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 items with no time marking. Operator time marked the food items. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
03F-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed no date on the water cartridge at the ice machine. Educated the operator.
29-28-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed no label at flour and sauce container. Operator labeled the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed debris on multiple food containers. Operator cleaned the exterior of containers. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
55
Dec 20, 2024
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed WD-40 next to food items at prep area. Operator relocated the WD-40 with other chemicals at ware washing area. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
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 pork at Walk in Freezer. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee touching garbage can and then touching clean utensils. Educated the employee to compliance by discarding the gloves, washing hands, and putting on new gloves. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink blocked by soda fountain boxes at wait station. Operator removed the soda boxes. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
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 - Food stored on floor. Observed multiple food items on the floor at kitchen and Walk in Freezer. Operator placed the food items off the floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed ice scoop in container exposed to splash at wait station handwash sink. Operator relocated the scoop in container above the ice machine. **Corrected On-Site**
24-27-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle at rice container. Operator removed the bowl. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
45
Aug 27, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer solution over 200ppm at the cookline. Corrected to 100ppm by diluting with more water. **Corrected On-Site**
41-15-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw poultry over cut lettuce at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled at can opener blade. Operator cleaned and sanitized the blade. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed residue buildup behind the hanldes at multiple cold holding units. Operator cleaned and sanitized the handles. **Corrected On-Site**
23-24-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employees eating food in the kitchen. Educated the operator.
12B-02-4
61
Dec 22, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
50
Aug 24, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
50
Apr 20, 2023
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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** **Repeat Violation**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed 6 cooked duck 98F and Pork 100F at dining warmer display. Operator discarded the food items.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed 6 cooked duck 98F and Pork 100F at dining warmer display. Operator discarded the food items.
03B-01-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs over lemons at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site**
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** **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed 0ppm on test strip at wait station. Operator corrected to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
47
Feb 20, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 7 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 - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over fried rice and raw chicken over cooked chicken at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Observed raw chicken over sauce at Make Table. Operator removed the ready to eat items from underneath the raw chicken. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-13-5
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 - 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 - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade at prep table. Operator cleaned and sanitized the equipment. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour not labeled at prep area. Operator labeled the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
45
Oct 10, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ginger Dim Sum last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Ginger Dim Sum on file is from Jan 21, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Ginger Dim Sum?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Ginger Dim Sum.
How does Ginger Dim Sum compare to other restaurants in Port Charlotte?
Ginger Dim Sum most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Port Charlotte average of 82.
Has Ginger Dim Sum's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ginger Dim Sum have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Ginger Dim Sum 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 Ginger Dim Sum inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Ginger Dim Sum is inspected around three times per year on average.
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