Ja Ramen and Curry
Last inspected: Mar 24, 2026
41
Score
Ja Ramen and Curry has been inspected seven times since 2023. On Mar 24, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
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, “no soap provided” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
By comparison, the average Port Charlotte facility scores 82, putting Ja Ramen and Curry on the weaker side. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
7
Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
8
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 24, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over matcha cheesecake in the reach in cooler at the entrance to the kitchen. The operator properly stored the raw chicken. Observed raw pork stored over cooked chicken dumplings in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the above raw foods. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken stored over unwashed vegetables in the walk on cooler. The operator properly stored the raw chicken. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink behind the front counter. The operator provided soap for the hand sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Observed
53B-09-4
Basic - In-use utensil for non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored in a clean, protected location. Observed the scoop used for the ice machine stored unprotected on a soiled surface. The operator removed the ice scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
10-04-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees behind the front counter.
31B-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed a case of styrofoam cups stored on the floor in front of the soda dispenser. The operator properly stored the cups. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on the top exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic scoop with no handle used as a scoop for corn starch. The operator removed the scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide tank not adequately secured in the bag in box storage area.
51-11-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal stored on a shelf above a food preparation surface on the cook line. The employee properly stored the belongings. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of noodles stored on the floor of the walk on cooler. The operator properly stored the noodles. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
41
Aug 8, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 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 fish roe opened and in use, without date marking on it.
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee going to wash hands in 3 compartment sink, instead of handwashing sink.
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board with food stains on it, on make line.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cut chicken prepped without a date marking on it.
02C-02-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed ice buckets on ice machine not inverted upside down for protection.
24-05-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket in little reach in cooler as you enter kitchen from front counter. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
61
Apr 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets in little reach in, as soon as you enter kitchen format bar, on left **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-15: Observed gaskets torn on little reach in cooler on left hand side as you go into kitchen from bar. ** Time Extended **
14-11-5
95
Feb 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
50
Jul 17, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
67
Apr 23, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards on line in kitchen with food stains on board.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand soap at hand sink next to three compartment sink. Observed operator putting soap dispenser back at hand sink. Dispenser fell off the wall. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop in ice bucket. Observed operator remove scoop to be washed and remove ice that was touching handle. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed eggs in a container stored in walk in cooler without a lid on the container protecting the eggs.
08B-12-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooves in cutting boards on line in kitchen
14-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed two drinking cups with straw and no lids on prep table in kitchen. Observed operator throwing away cups. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal items stored on dry storage shelves randomly, in different areas of storage shelf.
40-06-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed food stored on the floor in the walk in cooler. To both the right hand side by door and left hand side by the door.
08B-38-4
61
Nov 17, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-01-5
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ja Ramen and Curry last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Ja Ramen and Curry on file is from Mar 24, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Ja Ramen and Curry?
Across the inspection record, “no soap provided” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Ja Ramen and Curry.
How does Ja Ramen and Curry compare to other restaurants in Port Charlotte?
Ja Ramen and Curry most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Port Charlotte average of 82.
Has Ja Ramen and Curry's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ja Ramen and Curry have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Ja Ramen and Curry 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 Ja Ramen and Curry inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Ja Ramen and Curry is inspected around three times per year on average.
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