The Lake House at Babcock Ranch
Last inspected: Jan 16, 2026
100
Score
The Lake House at Babcock Ranch has been inspected 13 times since 2022. The most recent report on file is from Jan 16, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around seven violations compared to roughly nine violations earlier on.
When inspectors have written things up, “no paper towels” has been the most frequent reason, cited six times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Punta Gorda restaurant scores 82. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
13
Inspections
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Inspection History
Jan 16, 2026
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Sep 24, 2025
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards on cook line soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed stained cutting board at Make Table. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance on cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed debris at ceiling tiles. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no covered receptacle in employees restroom. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed waste receptacle not covered at women's bathroom. **Time Extended**
32-12-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed gap at threshold of exterior door. **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom storage area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed unsealed concrete at various locations of kitchen. **Time Extended**
36-02-5
74
Sep 23, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken wings (52F - Cold Holding); roasted chicken (58F - Cold Holding); linguin (51F - Cold Holding) in stand up reach-in cooler in kitchen. Observed seafood salad (49F - Cold Holding); spinach dip (52F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler in prep station. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed chicken wings (52F - Cold Holding); roasted chicken (58F - Cold Holding); linguin (51F - Cold Holding) in stand up reach-in cooler in kitchen. Observed seafood salad (49F - Cold Holding); spinach dip (52F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler in prep station. **Warning**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards on cook line soiled. **Warning**
22-02-4
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/. **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available 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** **Warning**
53B-13-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed ice machine in dry storage area leaking water onto surface. The manager has a work order in for Ice machine to be serviced today (9/23/2025). **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
29-08-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler in stand up reach-in cooler on cook line. **Warning**
29-49-6
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom storage area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-02-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance on cook line. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed stand up reach-in cooler in kitchen across from cook line ambient temperature 49F and reach-in cooler in prep station 50F. **Warning**
14-74-7
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no covered receptacle in employees restroom. **Warning**
32-12-6
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open drink by handwashing sink in prep station. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container of flour. **Warning**
10-01-5
30
Aug 4, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed butane in the same container as brown sugar and above other food items below on shelf across from Salad Station. Operator removed the toxic chemicals to the dry storage area away from food items. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
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 due to empty sanitizer container with. Operator replaced with a full container of chlorine sanitizer to correct to 50ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed prep handwash sink blocked by cart. Operator removed the cart. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
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. **Repeat Violation**
53B-02-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage at salad station. Operator removed the beverage. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed multiple old labels on clean sanitizer containers at dish shelf.
16-46-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed multiple spoons at wait station not inverted. Operator inverted the multiple spoons. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete at various locations throughout the kitchen, dry storage area, and Walk in Cooler. **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
50
Jul 2, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Observed lime, orange, lemon in ice used for drinks at exterior of bar. Operator removed the food items and emptied the ice. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-56-4
High Priority - Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee wiping hands with gloves and the engaging in food preparation. Educated the employee to compliance by washing hands. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12A-28-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled soda gun at entrance to the bar.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at bar handwash sink. Operator placed paper towels at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-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. **Repeat Violation**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at bar handwash sink. Operator placed soap at the handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed residue buildup interior of the handles at Walk in Cooler and Freezer.
23-24-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple clear cups stacked at exterior of bar. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed box of buns on the floor at Walk in Freezer. Operator removed the food items and off the floor onto a shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser at bar. **Repeat Violation**
25-27-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete at Walk in Cooler and at various locations throughout the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
39
Jan 6, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda gun soiled at entrance to the bar.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed rack with trays blocking the prep/ware washing area handwash sink. Operator removed the rack. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at multiple kitchen handwash sinks. Operator placed paper towels at multiple kitchen handwash sinks. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-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. **Repeat Violation**
53B-02-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed at various locations at kitchen including office. **Repeat Violation**
36-36-4
Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed multiple cups exposed to splash at wait station handwash sink.
24-27-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple cups stacked with no airflow to dry in a timely manner at wait station.
24-08-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed grease accumulated behind cookline equipment.
36-73-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete at cookline. **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
52
Sep 18, 2024
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-18: Observed no paper towels at handwash sink. **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink in bar area. The manager placed paper towels at handwashing sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-18: Observed no soap at handwash sink. **Time Extended**
31B-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-18: Observed ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom facility in disrepair. Observed employee restroom missing door handle. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-18: Observed no handle at employee kitchen restroom. **Time Extended**
32-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-18: Observed unsealed concrete floor at cookline. **Time Extended**
36-02-5
70
Jul 16, 2024
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken wings (55F - Cold Holding); rice (61F - Cold Holding) in stand up reach-in cooler in kitchen. The chef discarded chicken wings and rice. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed a bottle of Tums above prep table. The operator removed the bottle of Tums from above prep table. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-07-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink in bar area. The manager placed paper towels at handwashing sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Bathroom facility in disrepair. Observed employee restroom missing door handle. **Warning**
32-05-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed stand up reach-in cooler in kitchen ambient temperature 52F. The manager stated a work order has been placed for stand up reach-in cooler in kitchen. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
14-74-7
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom in employee restroom. **Warning**
32-12-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an open drink on prep table across from vacmaster. **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-02-5
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed sanitizer bucket on floor in prep salad station area. The manager removed the sanitizer bucket from floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-38-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers of panko, flour and sugar not labeled. **Warning**
02D-01-5
35
Sep 28, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee at cookline wiping hands on apron and then touching bread bare hands. Educated the employee to compliance by washing hands. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-28-4
High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee touching bread at cookline. Employee discarded the food items.
09-01-4
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. Provided the written procedure. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
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/ Chef, Tracey Hughes. **Repeat Violation**
53A-05-6
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 - 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. Provided the form which was completed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at cookline. **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed at office. **Repeat Violation**
36-36-4
45
Jul 7, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee using cell phone at cookline. Educated the employee.
12A-13-4
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, mold-like substance or slime. Observed nozzle at exterior of bar next to ice bin.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Manager: Amanda Eads. Manager able to provide General Manager's food manager certificate by the end of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
53A-01-7
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/. Manager: Amanda Eads. **Repeat Violation**
53A-05-6
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
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at cookline. **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at bar counter.
25-27-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed multiple food items at Walk in Freezer. Operator removed the food items at least 6 inches off the floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed food debris at Walk in Freezer. Operator cleaned the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
36-73-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee using cell phone at cookline. Educated the operator.
40-06-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed at office.
36-36-4
39
Aug 23, 2022
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sauce 124°F at steam table. Operator reheated to a minimum of 165°F at stove. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over deli meat at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
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 container of milk at wait station Reach in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl in blue cheese container at Salad Station. Operator removed the bowl. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a case of bread and bags of ice at Walk in Freezer. Operator removed the food items off the floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at various locations throughout the kitchen area.
36-02-5
55
Aug 4, 2022
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 10 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
High Priority - Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employees at cookline. Educated the operator. **Warning**
12A-28-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Warning**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee washing hands at 3 compartment sink due to no soap at prep area/ware washing area handwash sink. Educated the operator. **Warning**
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. **Warning**
01C-02-4
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/. Assistant GM, Lydia Duong. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53A-05-6
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. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at prep/ware washing area handwash sink. Operator placed soap at the handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at prep area. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed multiple food items at Walk in Cooler. **Warning**
08B-38-4
37
Jul 19, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 7 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 - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, residue buildup. Observed soda gun next to bar counter. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Warning**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at wait station. Operator placed paper towels at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-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. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed back entrance door to the kitchen. **Warning**
51-11-4
50
Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Lake House at Babcock Ranch last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Lake House at Babcock Ranch on file is from Jan 16, 2026. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Lake House at Babcock Ranch?
Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at The Lake House at Babcock Ranch.
How does The Lake House at Babcock Ranch compare to other restaurants in Punta Gorda?
The Lake House at Babcock Ranch most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Punta Gorda average of 82.
Has The Lake House at Babcock Ranch's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at The Lake House at Babcock Ranch have averaged around seven violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at The Lake House at Babcock Ranch 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 The Lake House at Babcock Ranch inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Lake House at Babcock Ranch is inspected around four times per year on average.
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