Red Lobster #0479
Last inspected: Jan 8, 2026
64
Score
Public records show eight inspections at Red Lobster #0479 stretching back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Jan 8, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near six violations each time.
Across the inspection history, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
By comparison, the average Port Charlotte facility scores 82, putting Red Lobster #0479 on the weaker side. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
3
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 8, 2026
Complaint Full
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed residue buildup on can opener blade at prep table. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
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. Operator able to provide by the end of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
53B-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. Observed expired foodhandler trading certificates. Operator able to provide the food safety manager certificate for the expired foodhandler training certificate. **Corrected On-Site**
53B-14-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tile above cookline at grill.
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed residue buildup on ceiling tiles at various locations at kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed calamari flour not labeled at container above Reach in Freezer next to Deep Fryers. Operator labeled the food item. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
64
Aug 26, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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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 half n half opened, without date marked after.
02C-03-5
Basic - Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed cook with hat on, but long hair, not restrained back.
13-02-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed dried food debris on microwave shield. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in reach in cooler on cook line, with debris on gasket. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
78
Apr 21, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener with food debris on blade. Observed operator taking can opener to dish to be washed. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed at first handwashing sink, )when you enter Kitchen, closest to the front door) with tea/coffee stains inside sink, being used as a dump sink. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on reach in double doors, (by walk in cooler)food debris on back side of handles. Observed operator asking employee to clean handle **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed on dry storage shelf, cordless speaker and phone charger on dry good shelf. Observed operator remove items, place in a container, labeled employee only, and put container on bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed in dry storage, along cove moldings, debris on floor.
36-01-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed throughout kitchen, tongs hanging on door handles. Educated operator on why, and proper storage. Observed operator removing tongs and storing properly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave shields throughout kitchen soiled with food debris. Observed cook cleaning shields. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed throughout kitchen and bar, reach in coolers with food debris on gaskets. Observed cook starting to clean gaskets. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed in walk in cooler, multiple seafood items on speed rack without lids on containers,protecting food. Observed operator covering food. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
58
Dec 2, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
55
Mar 25, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
67
Sep 29, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed mold like substance behind nozzles of soda machine.
22-02-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed open ceiling tile next to walk in freezer. Observed Manager replacing tile. **Corrected On-Site**
36-36-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee red can Red Bull in reach in cooler in dessert cooler. Observed manager removing said drink and disposing drink. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Light not functioning. Observed in handicap stall in ladies bathroom, light bulb out. Observed manager replacing bulb. **Corrected On-Site**
36-62-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed multiple labels stuck on containers in dish area on drying shelf. Observed Manager removing all containers with labels on them and putting them back in dish pit. **Corrective Action Taken**
16-46-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed a lot of ice build up in walk in freezer on pipes and floors. Observed manager sliding on slick ice. Observed water dripping from pipes in freezer and ice hanging from fire sprinklers.
14-69-4
70
Mar 21, 2023
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
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 currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Person in Charge, Johnanne Neal.
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
16-62-1
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 - 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. **Repeat Violation**
53B-14-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on handle below grill. Operator removed and placed it above at a proper and safe location. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
58
Nov 10, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. In office.
41-17-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Dipper well for ice cream scoop has a mold like substance inside.
22-02-4
Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. From the left hand side of the dish machine. Operator fixed connections on the wash side of machine. **Corrected On-Site**
29-03-4
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Red Lobster #0479 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Red Lobster #0479 on file is from Jan 8, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Red Lobster #0479?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Red Lobster #0479.
How does Red Lobster #0479 compare to other restaurants in Port Charlotte?
Red Lobster #0479 most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Port Charlotte average of 82.
Has Red Lobster #0479's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Red Lobster #0479 have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Red Lobster #0479 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 Red Lobster #0479 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Red Lobster #0479 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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