Tiki Truck

33 Tamiami Trail, Punta Gorda, FL 33950

American

Last inspected: Jan 23, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Tiki Truck nine times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Jan 23, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

Compared to the broader Punta Gorda restaurant scene, where the average is 82, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 23, 2026

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth at Make Table. Operator placed it back in the sanitizer solution. **Corrected On-Site**

21-12-4

Oct 2, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed inoperable Reach in Cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-02: Observed reach in cooler inoperable. **Time Extended**

14-11-5

Sep 19, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed handwash sink removed next to ice machine. **Warning**

31A-04-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed inoperable Reach in Cooler. **Warning**

14-11-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled around handwash sink. **Warning**

23-03-4

Dec 17, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Jul 23, 2024

Complaint Full

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Jan 31, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork at Walk in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site**

02C-02-5

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of food debris. Operator cleaned the interior of Reach in Cooler. **Corrected On-Site**

22-16-4

Oct 10, 2023

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 5 minor violations.

View 8 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over cut tomatoes at Walk in Cooler next to mobile food truck. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed coleslaw 49F and cut tomatoes 48F at Make Table. Operator placed in ice baths to rapid chill to a maximum of 41F or below. **Corrected On-Site**

03A-02-5

High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed over 200ppm. Operator corrected to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**

41-27-4

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at Make Table across from oven next to 3 compartment sink.

29-49-6

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

02D-01-5

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed build up around the edges of food truck.

36-73-4

Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed floor in disrepair.

36-12-4

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed multiple tongs at oven handle. Operator removed the tongs to a different and safe location. **Corrected On-Site**

10-20-4

Jun 12, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Aug 24, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

High Priority - Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. Operator cleaned and sanitized the equipment. **Corrected On-Site**

22-12-5

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at Reach in Cooler. Operator provided one by the end of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

05-09-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tiki Truck last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tiki Truck on file is from Jan 23, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

How does Tiki Truck compare to other restaurants in Punta Gorda?

Tiki Truck most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Punta Gorda average of 82.

Has Tiki Truck's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tiki Truck have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Tiki Truck 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 Tiki Truck inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Tiki Truck is inspected around three times per year on average.

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