Harbor Cafe 90
Last inspected: Nov 6, 2025
55
Score
Going back to 2022, Harbor Cafe 90 has 11 inspections in the public record. Harbor Cafe 90 was last inspected on Nov 6, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.
That's lower than the typical Tavernier restaurant, which scores around 71. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
11
Inspections
2
Critical latest
3
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 6, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations.
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Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
55
Apr 4, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
29-37-4
High Priority - Container of medicine and first aid items improperly stored on food storage shelf in back prep area
41-07-4
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/
53A-05-6
Intermediate - 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
53B-13-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beef thawing on shelving at room temperature @31F,
06-01-5
58
Jan 16, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 6, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-06: The hand wash is on site but has not been installed at callback . The owner will install it this week **Time Extended**
31A-04-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-06: 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**
51-16-7
82
Sep 25, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - 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. **Warning**
31A-04-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - 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. **Warning**
51-16-7
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees, men's room **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored on the floor in the kitchen. **Warning**
25-05-4
67
Mar 15, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
90
Jan 11, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - 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/ **Warning**
53A-03-7
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.water at 98F **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
10-07-4
86
Jul 28, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 14, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. In front service area - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-14: Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. In front service area **Time Extended**
31A-04-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-14: 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**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-14: 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**
11-26-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-14: 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**
11-27-4
67
Apr 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations.
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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license 10/1/22 **Corrected On-Site**
50-17-3
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. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
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. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. In front service area
31A-04-4
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.
53B-01-5
52
Oct 14, 2022
Complaint Full
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Harbor Cafe 90 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Harbor Cafe 90 on file is from Nov 6, 2025. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
How does Harbor Cafe 90 compare to other restaurants in Tavernier?
Harbor Cafe 90 most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Tavernier average of 71.
Has Harbor Cafe 90's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Harbor Cafe 90 have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Harbor Cafe 90 means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Harbor Cafe 90 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Harbor Cafe 90 is inspected around four times per year on average.
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