THE SALTY TARPON
408 TAMIAMI TRL UNIT 112 · PUNTA GORDA · Charlotte County · FL 33950
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
7 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 1
22-41-4High 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 at Dish Machine. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization (3-compartment sink) until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
Intermediate 2
53A-03-7Intermediate – Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Emily Sawyer, 10/19/2021. **Warning**
53B-14-5Intermediate – 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. Kimberlie Anzalone, 10/22/2023. **Warning**
Basic 4
51-11-4Basic – Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed carbon dioxide tank not secured next to the entrance to the kitchen. **Warning**
31B-04-4Basic – No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwash sign at prep area handwash sink. **Warning**
23-03-4Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed dust on fan covers at Walk in Cooler. **Warning**
36-02-5Basic – Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete at various locations of the kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on October 24, 2026 3:44 PM.
Violation category totals
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Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.