Joseph's Deli
Last inspected: Feb 9, 2026
78
Score
Going back to 2022, Joseph's Deli has nine inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 9, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.
Across the inspection history, “employee cracked raw shell eggs” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
That's lower than the typical Port Charlotte restaurant, which scores around 82. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 9, 2026
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed residue buildup on can opener blade at prep table. Operator cleaned and sanitized the blade. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed nonabsorbent ceiling tiles at kitchen. Educated the operator.
36-37-5
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Observed lime scale in the interior of Dish Machine.
16-23-4
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 hair/head. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
78
Nov 20, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs behind gyro meat at Reach in Cooler. Operator relocated the food item away from raw shell eggs. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed egg shells at kitchen/ware washing area handwash sink. **Warning**
31A-11-4
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
70
May 9, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee cracking raw eggs and then touching clean utensils at cookline. Educated the employee to compliance by taking gloves off and washing hands. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-27-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed residue buildup at behind the handles at Make Table. Operator cleaned and sanitized the handles. **Corrected On-Site**
23-24-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed the sign.
51-13-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at chest Reach in Freezer.
14-69-4
74
Feb 11, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 25, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Observed butter cups not time marked at prep table. Operator time marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-02-5
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 touching apron at cookline. Educated the employee to compliance by washing hands. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-28-4
74
Dec 7, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Repeat Violation**
29-42-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed container at kitchen/ware washing area handwash sink. Operator removed the container. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee dumping water at handwash sink. Educated the employee.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed coleslaw at Reach in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed at prep area in kitchen.
36-36-4
61
Aug 9, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee at cookline. Educated the employee to compliance by washing hands. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12A-27-4
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. Operator able to provide by the end of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
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. Operator able to complete the documents during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
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.
53B-14-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed throughout the kitchen.
36-37-5
52
Aug 23, 2022
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12A-27-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over ready to eat pickles at dry storage area reach in cooler. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
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. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12A-28-4
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 at 0ppm on test trip. Operator set up manual dishwashing procedure at 3 compartment sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-41-4
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 sour cream at Reach in Cooler.
02C-03-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at ware washing area handwash sink.
31B-04-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Joseph's Deli last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Joseph's Deli on file is from Feb 9, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Joseph's Deli?
Across the inspection record, “employee cracked raw shell eggs” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Joseph's Deli.
How does Joseph's Deli compare to other restaurants in Port Charlotte?
Joseph's Deli most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Port Charlotte average of 82.
Has Joseph's Deli's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Joseph's Deli have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Joseph's Deli 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 Joseph's Deli inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Joseph's Deli is inspected around three times per year on average.
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