Heritage Landing Tiki
Last inspected: Oct 31, 2025
82
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at Heritage Landing Tiki, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from Oct 31, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
“Handwash sink not accessible for employee use” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
Heritage Landing Tiki's latest score is in line with the Punta Gorda average of 82. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 31, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed container inside bar handwash sink. Operator removed the container. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed multiple plates not inverted above make table at shelves. Operator inverted the top plates. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
24-05-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop on soiled surface at exterior of ice machine. Operator cleaned and sanitized the ice scoop and placed it in a clean container. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
82
Jul 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed soap dispenser at dump sink instead of next to handwash sink at bar. Educated the operator to move to handwash sink.
31B-03-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed multiple plates not inverted on open shelf above Make Table.
24-05-4
Basic - Observed ceiling has gap of space at dry storage area.
36-36-4
82
Feb 20, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
78
Oct 1, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations.
View 3 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 cultured butter milk not date marked at Walk in Cooler. 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 soiled can opener blade at prep table. Operator cleaned and sanitized the blade. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Operator able to provide the original certificate during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
53B-09-4
74
Feb 29, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed Shiela Shine stainless cleaner on top of ice machine. Operator removed to the storage area. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed multiple containers at bar handwash by the entrance. Operator removed the containers. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed coleslaw not date marked at Walk in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-14-5
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed at bar handwash sink. Operator replaced the dispenser to allow soap to be dispensed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-06-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed multiple employee beverages at wait station Display Cooler Unit on top of other food items served to the public. Educated the operator to segregate in container labeled employee beverages. Operator removed the employee beverages to a safe and proper location. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-49-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed multiple employees at cookline with no beard guard. Employees placed beard guards on their beards. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
13-04-4
52
Nov 8, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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 - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed multiple employees at kitchen. Educated the operator.
13-04-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt container at bar. Operator labeled the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
82
Aug 9, 2023
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. Observe ground beef over raw fish at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
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. Observed documentation incomplete. Operator completed the documents during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed at kitchen handwash sink, Operator repaired to dispense soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-06-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Repeat Violation**
51-13-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at kitchen handwash sink.
31B-04-4
64
Mar 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over dressing at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
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 container of creamer at bar. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed multiple at bar counter. Educated the operator.
25-27-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee at kitchen.
13-03-4
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 Reach in Drawers. Operator removed from reduced oxygen packaging. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
64
Nov 15, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Heritage Landing Tiki last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Heritage Landing Tiki on file is from Oct 31, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Heritage Landing Tiki?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Heritage Landing Tiki.
How does Heritage Landing Tiki compare to other restaurants in Punta Gorda?
Heritage Landing Tiki most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Punta Gorda average of 82.
Has Heritage Landing Tiki's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Heritage Landing Tiki have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Heritage Landing Tiki 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 Heritage Landing Tiki inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Heritage Landing Tiki is inspected around three times per year on average.
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