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PORT HOLE

932 HERBERT ST, Port Orange FL 32127 · 386-281-3212

Last inspected Jul 27, 2026 · 7 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats200
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA7407468
Grade history
SEP 24
MAR 25
AUG 25
FEB 26
JUL 26
▲ GETTING WORSE

5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.

Worst finding on record
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. -cut tomatoes 51F, cut lettuce 53F, cut more than 4 hours prior to inspection, see stop sale.
High priority/03D-06-5/Warning
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Inspection history

7 visits, newest first

Jul 27, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findings
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. -deli meats, cheeses Time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from ambient temperature to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within four hours. cut tomatoes, cut lettuce
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Roast beef, turkey, ham 50-51F, shredded cheese 50F, sliced cheese 49F inside lowboy across from prep line for more than 4 hours, see stop sale. Manager stated calling for service tech.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. -cut tomatoes 51F, cut lettuce 53F, cut more than 4 hours prior to inspection, see stop sale.
High priority/03D-06-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -meatloaf 97F after 3-4 hours per employee, reheated to 165F for hot holding above 135F. Advised to keep heating lamps on with product adequately under temperature control if not cooling down for later use.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -hand sink at end of cookline
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
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.
Intermediate/53B-02-5
Ambient air thermometer not located in the warmest part of the cold holding unit. -walk in cooler
Basic/05-11-4
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. -advised to print current license showing expiration of 4-1-27
Basic/50-09-4
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. -wristwatch
Basic/13-07-4
The state's own report →
Feb 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. -raw shell eggs stored above bag of whole/unpeeled onions inside walk in cooler
High priority/08A-04-5/Corrected On-Site
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. -vacuum sealed fish not removed from packaging prior to or during thawing.
High priority/01B-13-4
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -multi surface cleaner and glass cleaner on top shelf above clean/folded linens/bar rags in storage area next to ice machine
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
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.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -portion cup used to dispense hot food at steam table -portion cup used to dispense seasoning
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. -provided flyer with guidance
Basic/06-09-1
Interior of ice machine/bin with rust that has pitted the surface -fasteners with some significant rust inside ice machine, advised to replace bolts/screws/fasteners
Basic/14-34-4
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. -paper food trays with food contact surface upright on top shelf
Basic/25-06-4/Corrected On-Site
Aug 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw shell eggs stored above condiments inside walk in
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Exterior doors has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Basic/35B-01-4
In-use tongs stored on cooking equipment door handle between uses.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
Plates/bowls drying with a towel/cloth lined on air drying rack.
Basic/24-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Mar 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw shell eggs stored above precooked chicken inside stand up cooler at end of cookline
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. -open gallon of milk inside bar refrigerator
Intermediate/02C-03-5/Corrected On-Site
Equipment in poor repair. -door frame inside walk in cooler
Basic/14-11-5
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -back door, threshold at base of door
Basic/35B-01-4
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -case of fryer oil in back -inside walk in freezer
Basic/08B-47-4
Hole in or other damage to wall. -damage to wall in area above back fire door adjacent to walk in freezer
Basic/36-24-5
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -refrigerator inside bar containing milk
Basic/05-09-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -ansul box next to hood, wall surface area below -some grease dripping below hood vents -exterior of fryer door -backsplash behind grill/stove
Basic/23-03-4
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. -torn area on covering above flat top grill
Basic/14-20-4
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -salt, at pretzel station
Basic/02D-01-5
Sep 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 100ppm. Advised to ensure enough tablets used per gallons of water, verify maintaining of 200-400ppm per manufacturer requirements. Person in charge set up new bay
High priority/22-43-4/Corrected On-Site
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -cut lettuce
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. -cardboard used to line shelving in back
Basic/14-45-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -cell phone on top of wiping cloth on cutting board
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Basic/35B-01-4
Food stored on floor. -fryer oil on floor in back
Basic/08B-38-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -top threshold of hood filters, drip forming above food -
Basic/23-03-4
Unwashed vegetables stored above ready to eat vegetables. -whole unwashed mushrooms above cut peppers
Basic/08B-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Jan 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw shell eggs stored above container of commercially processed dressing portions in walk-in cooler, operator relocated -raw bacon stored in contact with container of commercially processed dressing portions in reach in cooler, operator relocated
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. -milk in bar reach-in cooler, employee stated opened on Wednesday, 1/10/2024, employee dated
Intermediate/02C-03-5/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. -white cutting boards stained
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -bowl stored inside of the flour container, operator removed
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee jacket on prep table, operator relocated
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -oil jug stored on the floor, operator relocated
Basic/08B-47-4/Corrected On-Site
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
Basic/33-19-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -"Argus" reach-in cooler doors have accumulation of grease and food debris, operator cleaned
Basic/23-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. -kitchen door
Basic/35B-03-4
Jul 31, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. -inspector education operator, operator removed gloves, washed hands, and replaced gloves
High priority/12A-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. -inspector education operator, operator removed gloves, washed hands, and replaced gloves
High priority/12A-07-5/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting board on reach-in cooler lightly stained -soda gun nozzles in bar area lightly soiled
Intermediate/22-02-4
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. -"Argus" double door reach-in cooler
Basic/23-24-4
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. -1 tank in dry storage closet, operator secured
Basic/51-11-4/Corrected On-Site
Light ice buildup in "BERG" reach-in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4/Repeat Violation

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.