Tamiami Tavern
Last inspected: Oct 30, 2025
82
Score
Inspectors have visited Tamiami Tavern nine times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Oct 30, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “time/temperature control for safety food”, showing up four times.
Compared to the broader Punta Gorda restaurant scene, this is about average. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspections
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Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 30, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop on soiled surface on side of ice machine. Operator cleaned and sanitized the ice scoop and placed in clean container. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete at various locations at kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth at ware washing area handwash sink. Operator placed the wet wiping cloth in sanitizer solution. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed grease buildup on the floor underneath equipment at cookline.
36-73-4
82
Jul 25, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete at ware washing area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-25: Observed progress being made of sealing the concrete at ware washing area. **Time Extended**
36-02-5
95
Jul 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine sanitizer 0ppm on test strip. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-41-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed multiple food items on the floor at Walk in Freezer. Operator removed the food items off the floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
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 handle touching Parmesan cheese at Reach in Drawers. Operator removed the handle from touching the food item. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-01-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwash sign at ware washing area. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete at ware washing area. **Warning**
36-02-5
70
Feb 10, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker in the incorrect location at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Educated the operator. Operator placed in the correct location. **Corrected On-Site**
29-42-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
06-09-1
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 handle touching Parmesan cheese at Reach in Drawers. Operator removed the handle from touching the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed multiple containers with old labels at dish shelf.
16-46-4
64
Sep 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed grits 129F at steam table. Operator reheated to a minimum of 165F at Stove. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
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 heavy cream not date marked at Make Table. Operater date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02C-03-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed employee bathroom door not self closing.
32-04-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed sanitizer solution on the floor next to make table. Operator placed in a new container off the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
70
Feb 2, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed 0ppm on test strip. Corrected to 100ppm by priming the sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-41-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sausage 122F at steam table. Operator placed on Flat Grill to bring temperature to a minimum of 165F. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
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 wait station Display Cooler Unit. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Operator cleaned the exterior of the machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed on floor underneath shelf at Walk in Freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed multiple containers at dish shelf.
16-46-4
58
Sep 19, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed 0ppm at bar dish machine due to empty sanitizer container. Operator replaced the empty sanitizer container and corrected to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Observed raw beef over cheese at Make Table. Operator removed the cheese from underneath the raw beef. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-13-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw scallops behind ready to eat lobster meat at Reach in Drawers. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed corn beef hash 108F at steam table. Operator placed on grill to reheat to a a minimum of 135F as it's commercially processed for the first time. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
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.
53B-14-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed multiple tongs at oven handle. Operator removed the tongs to a proper and safe location. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
47
Apr 11, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Observed raw beef and pork over sautéed mushrooms at Make Table. Operator removed the sautéed mushrooms from underneath. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-13-5
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed at cookline handwash sink. Operator repaired the unit. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-05-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, residue buildup. Observed at can opener blade. Operator cleaned and sanitized the blade. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at cookline handwash sink. Operator placed soap at cookline handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed at prep sink under cold running water thawed. Educated the operator.
06-09-1
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed multiple tongs at oven handle. Operator removed the tongs. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observation back exterior of the establishment.
33-31-5
55
Dec 15, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tamiami Tavern last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tamiami Tavern on file is from Oct 30, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tamiami Tavern?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Tamiami Tavern.
How does Tamiami Tavern compare to other restaurants in Punta Gorda?
Tamiami Tavern most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Punta Gorda average of 82.
Has Tamiami Tavern's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tamiami Tavern have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Tamiami Tavern 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 Tamiami Tavern inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Tamiami Tavern is inspected around three times per year on average.
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