South Port Square Gables West

23033 Westchester Blvd Gables West, Port Charlotte, FL 33980

Healthcare Facility

Last inspected: Jan 12, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

South Port Square Gables West appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 12, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.

“Commercially processed ready-to-eat” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

By comparison, the average Port Charlotte facility scores 82, putting South Port Square Gables West on the weaker side. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 12, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.

50-17-3

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. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

02C-03-5

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwash sign at ware washing area handwash sink.

31B-04-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container not labeled at dry storage area. Operator labeled the food item. **Corrected On-Site**

02D-01-5

Sep 3, 2025

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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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

Intermediate - Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. Observed lid chipped at dish shelf.

14-16-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed multiple brooms and dust pan blocking the kitchen/ware washing area handwash sink. Operator removed the items. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

31A-09-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed multiple ceiling tiles soiled at various locations at kitchen.

36-34-5

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed disposable containers not inverted at frontline shelf. Operator inverted the containers. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

25-06-4

Mar 14, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed ware washing area handwash sink blocked by cart. Operator removed the cart to allow clear access. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no beard guard at kitchen.

13-04-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

08B-38-4

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed multiple containers not inverted above steam table on shelf with no barrier on top of it. Operator inverted the containers. **Corrected On-Site**

25-06-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed multiple flour containers not labeled. Operator labeled the food item. **Corrected On-Site**

02D-01-5

Nov 8, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

May 1, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-01: Observed rust on shelf at Reach in Cooler. **Time Extended**

14-33-4

Mar 1, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 8 violations

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

29-42-4

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 dairy creamer at Walk 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 can opener blade and holder. Operator cleaned and sanitized the equipment. **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

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed at entrance to the kitchen. **Warning**

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 cell phone at kitchen counter. Operator removed the cell phone. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

40-06-5

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed handle missing at Reach in Warmer. **Warning**

14-11-5

Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning**

14-33-4

Nov 15, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

View 2 violations

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.

29-42-4

Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Emailed the operator which printed and posted during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

02B-02-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was South Port Square Gables West last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at South Port Square Gables West 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 West?

Across the inspection record, “commercially processed ready-to-eat” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at South Port Square Gables West.

How does South Port Square Gables West compare to other restaurants in Port Charlotte?

South Port Square Gables West most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Port Charlotte average of 82.

Has South Port Square Gables West's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at South Port Square Gables West have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at South Port Square Gables West 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 West inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, South Port Square Gables West is inspected around three times per year on average.

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