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HARBOR CAFE 90

90311 OLD HWY, Tavernier FL 33070 · 305-902-7594

Last inspected May 27, 2026 · 10 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats4
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA5428435
Grade history
JAN 24
SEP 24
APR 25
NOV 25
MAY 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 16 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken/Return visit Jul 14, 2023 · 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 Time Extended
Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

1 case · $160

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
1--2024035135Mar 15, 2024Sep 6, 2024$160

Inspection history

10 visits, newest first

May 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw bacon over bread in walk-in cooler Bacon was relocated to bottom shelf
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Basic/10-07-4
Nov 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
High priority/29-37-4/Repeat Violation
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Croquettes 127F in front warming counters
High priority/03B-01-6
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Container stored in handwashing sink at the outside bar area
Intermediate/31A-11-4
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cuban sandwiches in walk-in cooler are not date marked
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Apr 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Container of medicine and first aid items improperly stored on food storage shelf in back prep area
High priority/41-07-4
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
High priority/29-37-4
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/
Intermediate/53A-05-6
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Ismarie, Luvy
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beef thawing on shelving at room temperature @31F,
Basic/06-01-5
Jan 16, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 6, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed from the back kitchen area. Ext to door way.
Intermediate/31A-04-4/Warning/Return visit Dec 6, 2024 · The hand wash is on site but has not been installed at callback . The owner will install it this week Time Extended
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. The kitchen area has been expanded to the bar area, an oven has been added to this area for baking bread.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning/Return visit Dec 6, 2024 · The most recent Plan Review approved 11/03/2023 does not show the bar area located by the dock. The operator needs an extension due extenuating circumstances. The drawing is complete and will be submitted to Robin Shuler this week. Time Extended
Sep 25, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.

0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed from the back kitchen area. Ext to door way.
Intermediate/31A-04-4/Warning
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. The kitchen area has been expanded to the bar area, an oven has been added to this area for baking bread.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees, men's room
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning
Single-service articles improperly stored on the floor in the kitchen.
Basic/25-05-4/Warning
Mar 15, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning/Return visit Mar 15, 2024 · at callback inspection there is no proof of food manager training . Admin Complaint
Jan 11, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.water at 98F
Basic/10-07-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Jul 28, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 14, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken/Return visit Jul 14, 2023 · 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 Time Extended
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. In front service area
Intermediate/31A-04-4/Return visit Jul 14, 2023 · Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. In front service area Time Extended
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Return visit Jul 14, 2023 · 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. Time Extended
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken/Return visit Jul 14, 2023 · 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 Time Extended

This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.