South Port Square Gables East
Last inspected: Jan 12, 2026
70
Score
South Port Square Gables East has been inspected seven times since 2023. South Port Square Gables East was last inspected on Jan 12, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around five violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
That's lower than the typical Port Charlotte restaurant, which scores around 82. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 12, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed dented pineapple can 6 lbs. at dry storage area. Operator removed the can to return to vendor.
01B-01-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed tray of glasses blocking the ware washing area handwash sink. Operator removed the item from blocking the handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed residue buildup on the interior of ice machine at kitchen prep area. Operator cleaned and sanitized the ice machine. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed dust on walk in cooler fan covers.
23-03-4
70
Sep 3, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed butane fuel cartridge at shelf next to seasonings. Operator removed the toxic item to another location away from food. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
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 - Equipment in poor repair. Observed make table inoperable. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a box of chips on the floor at dry storage area. Operator removed the food item off the floor unto a shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
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 in container at prep area. Operator removed the handle from touching the food items. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
67
Mar 14, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee handling raw pork and then touching clean utensils without washing hand. Educated employee and operator to wash hands when changing tasks from handling raw food to clean utensils due to potential cross contamination.
12A-09-4
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 2 open gallons of milk not date marked. 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. **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. Emailed the document to the operator. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed open gap with no ceiling tiles at ware washing area.
36-36-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
58
Nov 8, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
52
May 1, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 1, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sauce 122F at steam table. Operator reheated to a minimum of 165F at stove. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03B-01-6
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 milk at Reach in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed holder of can opener blade. Operator cleaned the holder. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-02-4
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Wiping cloth bucket containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed sanitizer container. Operator labeled the sanitizer container. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Employee chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area. Observed employee at kitchen. Employee discarded the chewing gum out of her mouth. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-09-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tong at handle below the grill. Operator removed the handle. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. Observed at kitchen handwash sink. Operator placed waste receptacle at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
33-38-4
47
Nov 15, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 major violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish over red beets at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Emailed operator the form which was printed and posted during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-02-5
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was South Port Square Gables East last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at South Port Square Gables East on file is from Jan 12, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at South Port Square Gables East?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at South Port Square Gables East.
How does South Port Square Gables East compare to other restaurants in Port Charlotte?
South Port Square Gables East most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Port Charlotte average of 82.
Has South Port Square Gables East's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at South Port Square Gables East have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at South Port Square Gables East 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 South Port Square Gables East inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, South Port Square Gables East is inspected around three times per year on average.
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