Harborside Coffee and Creamery

1200 W Retta Esplanade Ste L28, Punta Gorda, FL 33950

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Jan 26, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Harborside Coffee and Creamery 10 times, with records going back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 26, 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 three violations each.

When inspectors have written things up, “no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

Compared to the broader Punta Gorda restaurant scene, this is about average. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 26, 2026

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwash sign at kitchen handwash sink. **Repeat Violation**

31B-04-4

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed residue buildup in the interior ceiling of microwave. Operator cleaned the interior of microwave oven. **Corrected On-Site**

22-08-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.

51-13-4

Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.

51-18-6

Sep 16, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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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 open gallon of milk not date marked at front counter Reach in Cooler. **Repeat Violation**

02C-03-5

Intermediate - 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.

53B-02-5

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint preparing food. Educated the employee.

13-03-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwash sign at front counter and kitchen handwash sink. **Repeat Violation**

31B-04-4

Apr 11, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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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 broccoli and cheddar soup not date marked at Reach in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

02C-03-5

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing at kitchen.

36-36-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwash sign at kitchen handwash sink.

31B-04-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed a case of disposable cups on the floor next to reach in freezer at kitchen. Operator removed the item off the floor. **Corrected On-Site**

25-05-4

Feb 12, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Dec 13, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Warning**

50-17-3

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**

53B-05-5

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 hotdogs not date marked at Reach in Cooler. **Warning**

02C-03-5

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at kitchen handwash sink. Operator placed paper towels at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31B-02-4

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed mini-spoons not inverted at container behind display freezer units at front counter. **Warning**

25-06-4

Apr 17, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Jan 16, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed large container on top of the kitchen handwash sink. Operator removed the container. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

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. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

11-26-1

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee at prep area. Educated the employee.

13-03-4

Sep 7, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Jan 21, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

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No Bare Hand Contact with Ready-to-Eat Food

FL-09

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Aug 9, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed container of pork and ham deli meat at kitchen handwash sink. Operator removed the container from the handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed container of deli meats in standing water. Operator placed under cold running water. **Corrected On-Site**

06-01-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Harborside Coffee and Creamery last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Harborside Coffee and Creamery on file is from Jan 26, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Harborside Coffee and Creamery?

Across the inspection record, “no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Harborside Coffee and Creamery.

How does Harborside Coffee and Creamery compare to other restaurants in Punta Gorda?

Harborside Coffee and Creamery most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Punta Gorda average of 82.

Has Harborside Coffee and Creamery's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Harborside Coffee and Creamery have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Harborside Coffee and Creamery 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 Harborside Coffee and Creamery inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Harborside Coffee and Creamery is inspected around three times per year on average.

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