PORTUGAL WINE BAR AND GRILL
15 PALM HARBOR VILLAGE WAY, Palm Coast FL 32137 · 386 225 4753
Last inspected May 15, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed 1 dead spider in trap in kitchen. Person in charge disposed of trap.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2022019382 | Apr 12, 2022 | Aug 4, 2022 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
May 15, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Observed no current food manager certification on site. Person in charge has "Food Safety Management Principles" certification from Learn2serve/360 Training.
Mar 11, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter sauce (97F - Hot Holding); red sauce (125F - Hot Holding) on steamer table for 1 hour per kitchen employee. Employee placed on stove to reheat.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Observed no current food manager certification on site. Person in charge has "Food Safety Management Principles" certification from Learn2serve/360 Training.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine lid soiled with black/green mold like substance.
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. Observed multiple packages of reduced oxygen fish still in its reduced oxygen environment while thawing in walk-in cooler or on prep table. Product not fully thawed yet. Person in charge removed fish from reduced oxygen bags.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed water on floor behind espresso machine at bar.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor in bar area around bathrooms soiled with dirt debris.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of small convection over near salad reach in cooler soils with food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed outside of ice machine lid soiled with grease. Observed shelves above triple sink soiled with dust.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed reduced oxygen packaged fish thawing on prep table. Person in charge removed fish from packaging and placed in walk-in cooler.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk-in cooler shelves rusty.
Sep 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food contaminated by employees/consumers and operator continued to serve food. See stop sale. Bottle water in ice bin.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Swai and grouper thawing in vacuumed sealed bags.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In steam table; Garlic soup 130F, marinara 128F, onions and peppers 121F; ( - Hot Holding). Person in charge reheated to 165F.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Items in hand washing sink at bar. Person in charge removed all.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Person in charge replaced.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice bin has mold like substance on ice plate.
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. Swai and grouper thawing in vacuumed sealed bags. Stop sale issued. Bag clearly states to leave frozen.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knives underneath microwave in back. Person in charge removed all knives.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Person in charge removed cloth.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Multiple drinks in coolers. Person in charge removed all drink.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour not labeled.
Jan 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowls used as scoop in octopus. Person in charge removed.
Food stored on floor. In walk in cooler and walk in freezer cases of food on floor.
Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Butcher knife has tape around handle. Person in charge removed knife.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle laying in ice. Person in charge removed.
In-use wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Under cutting board. Person in charge removed.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt/flour on cook line not labeled. Person in charge labeled.
Aug 8, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 7, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed 1 dead spider in trap in kitchen. Person in charge disposed of trap.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In walk in; Steaks 50F, pork ossobuco 49F, snapper 50F cook octopus 50F, lamb 53F, veal 51F, chicken 50F, pork 51F, beef filet 50F; ( - Cold Holding). Time out of temperature could not be determined.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk in; Steaks 50F, pork ossobuco 49F, snapper 50F cook octopus 50F, lamb 53F, veal 51F, chicken 50F, pork 51F, beef filet 50F; ( - Cold Holding). Time out of temperature could not be determined.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washing pot in hand washing sink. Addressed immediately and she removed pot and took it to 3 compartment sink.
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/ Establishment has 4 people working and no food manager 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. Some newer employees do not have food safety training.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. At bar. Person in charge labeled.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Dishes on clean dish rack in kitchen are not inverted.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Establishment was using container cut in half to hold mushrooms. Person in charge discarded container.
Hood filters/grease extractors not designed to be easily removable for cleaning. Clean plates on rack that is dusty.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Several knifes between wall and 3 compartment sink. Person in charge removed knives.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Handle laying in salt. Person in charge removed scoop.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet cloth under cutting board. Person in charge removed.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Single service box of to-go containers on floor upstairs.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop face down in bucket. Person in charge hung to dry.
Feb 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In salad cooler: butter 51F; ( - Cold Holding). Butter in cooler overnight.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In salad cooler: butter 51F; ( - Cold Holding). Butter in cooler overnight.
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 not dated. Person in charge dated.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bar items in hand washing sink. Person in charge removed.
Food stored on floor. In walk in freezer; cases of shrimp on floor.
Aug 1, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler; raw steak over cook sausages. Person in charge moved steak to store properly.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bottle unlabeled. Person in charge labeled.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Personal clothes in dry goods. Person in charge removed.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Water on floor of steps.
In-use wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Person in charge removed.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knives in between wall and 3 compartment sink. Person in charge removed.
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.