Zoe's Sweet Kitchen

1101 El Jobean Rd, Port Charlotte, FL 33948-1050

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Aug 19, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Zoe's Sweet Kitchen seven times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Aug 19, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

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

Looking across the full record, “buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Restaurants in Port Charlotte average 82, so Zoe's Sweet Kitchen is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 19, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on reach in freezer, some debris on back side of handle. Observed operator cleaning handles. **Corrected On-Site**

23-24-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop in mop bucket wringer. Observed employee hanging up mop properly. **Corrected On-Site**

42-01-4

Apr 22, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 6 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed at prep table, in kitchen, cutting board with food stains on it.

22-02-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed at prep table, in kitchen, gaskets soiled with food debris. Observed employee cleaning gaskets. **Corrected On-Site**

23-03-4

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on plastic lids for containers, put away clean. Observed employee removing lids and putting into dish for cleaning. **Corrective Action Taken**

16-46-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed coffee filters sitting in basket not covered for protection. Observed employee putting them in a cambro with a lid. **Corrected On-Site**

25-05-4

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at prep table, in kitchen, back sides of handles with food debris. Observed employee cleaning handles. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

23-24-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at prep table in kitchen, cutting board with grooves throughout on both sides.

14-09-4

Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed multiple containers cracked or duct taped on dry storage shelf. Observed Chef removing the two duct taped ones and throwing them out. **Corrective Action Taken**

14-38-4

Nov 12, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Jan 19, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on December 1st, 2023. Observed operator renew license, December 1st, 2024. **Corrected On-Site**

50-17-3

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener on dry rack with food debris on blade. Observed operator put in dish for rewash. **Corrective Action Taken**

22-02-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed in walk in cooler a case of eggs and a box with simply potatoes stored on the floor. Observed operator remove said items and store properly. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Aug 25, 2023

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration

FL-33

Feb 9, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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

50-17-3

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 - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at prep area handwash sink. Operator placed paper towels at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-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.

11-26-1

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at prep area handwash sink. Operator placed soap at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-03-4

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl to scoop at flour container. Operator removed the bowl. **Corrected On-Site**

14-01-5

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed above cookline.

36-36-4

Jul 29, 2022

Routine - Food

5 minor violations.

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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles above cook line soiled.

36-34-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed fryer oil on floor. Manager moved. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave in bakery room with food buildup.

22-08-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed tea filters out in open with no covering.

25-05-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour and sugar bins not labeled.

02D-01-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Zoe's Sweet Kitchen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Zoe's Sweet Kitchen on file is from Aug 19, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Zoe's Sweet Kitchen?

Across the inspection record, “buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Zoe's Sweet Kitchen.

How does Zoe's Sweet Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Port Charlotte?

Zoe's Sweet Kitchen most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Port Charlotte average of 82.

Has Zoe's Sweet Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Zoe's Sweet Kitchen have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Zoe's Sweet Kitchen 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 Zoe's Sweet Kitchen inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Zoe's Sweet Kitchen is inspected around two times per year on average.

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