Port Charlotte, Charlotte County

BROTHERS FISH HOUSE

3821 TAMIAMI TRAIL UNIT A, Port Charlotte, FL 33952

FoodSeating
Latest violations
4
1 High Priority
Dec 16, 2025
City
Port Charlotte
County
Charlotte
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
13

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

Dec 16, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Basic: 3Total: 4

50-17-3

Detail 24254728

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

16-23-4

Detail 24254726

Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Observed lime scale buildup inside the Dish Machine. Operator cleaned the interior of Dish Machine. Corrected On-Site

36-27-5

Detail 24254729

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed residue buildup on the wall at ware washing area. Operator cleaned the wall. Corrected On-Site

02D-01-5

Detail 24254727

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

Sep 2, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 1Total: 3

22-41-4

Detail 24002214

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 measuring device due to empty sanitizer container. Operator replaced the empty sanitizer container. Corrected On-Site

16-37-1

Detail 24002213

Intermediate - Expired chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed expired chlorine test strips dated 10/22.

24-08-4

Detail 24002212

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple cups stacked wet with no airflow at wait station next to soda fountain machine. Operator removed the cups from being stacked to allow airflow. Corrective Action Taken

Mar 31, 2025

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jan 29, 2025

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

Intermediate: 4Basic: 1Total: 5

53A-03-7

Detail 23512999

Intermediate - 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/ Maximino Nunez Padron, 11/01/2019. Warning

53A-05-6

Detail 23513000

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

53B-02-5

Detail 23512997

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. Warning

53B-14-5

Detail 23513001

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. Repeat Violation Warning

13-03-4

Detail 23512998

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint at cookline. Employee placed hair restraint over their head. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

Oct 17, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 4Basic: 1Total: 5

31B-03-4

Detail 23283163

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

02A-01-4

Detail 23283164

Intermediate - Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed no consumer advisory posted for raw oysters. Operator able to provide the document by the end of inspection. Corrected On-Site

53B-10-4

Detail 23283165

Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed no expiration date on the foodhandler training certificates. Operator completed the documents. Corrected On-Site

27-16-4

Detail 23283166

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at prep area handwash sink.

31B-04-4

Detail 23283162

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwash sign at prep area handwash sink.

Mar 21, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 1Basic: 3Total: 4

01C-02-4

Detail 22739884

Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. Educated the operator and sent the Shellfish Tag Guidance.

51-09-4

Detail 22739882

Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Operator in the process of completing the Seating Change Evaluation form.

51-15-4

Detail 22739883

Basic - Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Operator in the process of completing the Seating Change Evaluation form. The wastewater information is completed. The operator is in the process of completing the local fire authority information.

36-02-5

Detail 22739885

Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete throughout the kitchen and prep area. Repeat Violation

Jan 29, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 3Total: 5

50-17-3

Detail 22600926

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

53B-14-5

Detail 22600924

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.

23-24-4

Detail 22600925

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed behind Walk in Cooler and Make Table handles. Educated the operator.

33-16-4

Detail 22600927

Basic - Open dumpster lid. Operator closed the lid. Corrected On-Site

36-02-5

Detail 22600923

Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at kitchen. Repeat Violation

Sep 19, 2023

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Basic: 1Total: 1

36-02-5

Detail 22297626

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout the kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-19: Observed throughout the kitchen. Time Extended

Jul 20, 2023

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 4Basic: 2Total: 7

08A-17-6

Detail 22137359

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken over okra at Reach in Freezer. Operator switched the food items. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

01C-03-4

Detail 22137363

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Repeat Violation Warning

11-27-4

Detail 22137357

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. Repeat Violation Warning

01C-02-4

Detail 22137362

Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. Warning

11-26-1

Detail 22137360

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. Repeat Violation Warning

13-03-4

Detail 22137361

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee at prep area. Warning

36-02-5

Detail 22137358

Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout the kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning

Jan 11, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 2Basic: 1Total: 5

50-17-3

Detail 21692672

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

08A-05-6

Detail 21692673

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish over sauce at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

11-27-4

Detail 21692671

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.

11-26-1

Detail 21692674

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.

21-12-4

Detail 21692675

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

Jul 29, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 1Basic: 5Total: 6

22-02-4

Detail 21233386

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, residue buildup. Observed ice chute at soda fountain machine.

16-21-4

Detail 21233383

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.

24-08-4

Detail 21233384

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple cups at wait station. Repeat Violation

08B-38-4

Detail 21233385

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed multiple food items at Walk in Cooler.

22-16-4

Detail 21233382

Basic - Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.

02D-01-5

Detail 21233381

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed multiple containers of flour and salt at kitchen.

Feb 5, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 4Basic: 3Total: 9

08A-05-6

Detail 20839171

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

29-42-4

Detail 20839174

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Repeat Violation

01C-05-4

Detail 20839177

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Educated the operator.

01C-03-4

Detail 20839175

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Educated the operator. Repeat Violation

31A-09-4

Detail 20839179

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a plastic cup at wait station handwash sink. Operator removed the cup. Corrected On-Site

02B-02-5

Detail 20839178

Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Operator posted the sign during inspection. Corrected On-Site

12B-02-4

Detail 20839172

Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed at the end of cookline. Educated the operator. The employee moved to a location away from food prep area. Corrected On-Site

24-08-4

Detail 20839173

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple plastic cups next to soda fountain machine at wait station.

31B-04-4

Detail 20839176

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwash sign at women's restroom. Operator placed the sign. Corrected On-Site

Sep 4, 2021

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Basic: 1Total: 3

08A-17-6

Detail 20486124

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw fish over raw potatoes. Operator switched the food items. Corrected On-Site

29-42-4

Detail 20486125

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.

36-02-5

Detail 20486126

Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Repeat Violation