Ortigia Cucina and Bar
Last inspected: Mar 11, 2026
78
Score
Ortigia Cucina and Bar appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2022. The most recent visit was on Mar 11, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
Ortigia Cucina and Bar's latest score of 78 falls below the Punta Gorda average of 82. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 11, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw scallops over mixed peppers at Reach in Drawers. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour container at cookline not labeled. Operator labeled the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle touching flour at container. Operator removed the handle from touching the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
78
Oct 2, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed quaternary sanitizer solution over 400ppm on test strip. Operator corrected to 200ppm by adding more water. **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed sauce not date marked Walk in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer at cold holding unit. Operator placed a thermometer inside the unit. **Corrected On-Site**
05-09-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth at Make Table. Operator placed the wet wiping cloth back in sanitizer solution. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
70
Feb 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
64
Sep 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over sauce at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food debris inside the handwash sink. Educated the operator to use the handwash sink for only handwashing.
31A-11-4
Basic - Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Operator cleaned the interior of Reach in Freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
22-16-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled handles at cold holding units. Operator cleaned and sanitized the handles. **Corrected On-Site**
23-24-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed multiple containers not inverted at dish shelf. Operator inverted the containers. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
67
Feb 1, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken behind raw fish at Reach in Drawers. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at at ware washing area handwash sink. Operator placed paper towels at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at ware washing area handwash sink. Operator placed soap at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
70
Oct 17, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 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 whip cream at Reach in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
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 - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at Make Table. Operator removed the wet wiping cloth. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed coleslaw at Walk in Cooler. Operator covered the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
74
Mar 18, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations.
View 5 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 ground beef over raw fish at Reach in Freezer. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken behind raw shrimp at Reach in Cooler. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
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 - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, residue buildup. Observed can opener blade at prep table. Operator cleaned and sanitized the blade. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
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
55
Aug 27, 2022
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 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 heavy creamer at frontline Make Table. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed at can opener blade. Operator cleaned and sanitized the equipment. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed empty spray bottle at ware washing area handwash sink. Operator removed the bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen handwash sink. Operator placed paper towels at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at oven handle. Operator removed to a proper and safe location. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ortigia Cucina and Bar last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Ortigia Cucina and Bar on file is from Mar 11, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Ortigia Cucina and Bar?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Ortigia Cucina and Bar.
How does Ortigia Cucina and Bar compare to other restaurants in Punta Gorda?
Ortigia Cucina and Bar most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Punta Gorda average of 82.
Has Ortigia Cucina and Bar's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ortigia Cucina and Bar have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Ortigia Cucina and Bar 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 Ortigia Cucina and Bar inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Ortigia Cucina and Bar is inspected around two times per year on average.
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