Harborside Wh
Last inspected: Apr 2, 2026
95
Score
Public records show 10 inspections at Harborside Wh stretching back to 2023. The most recent report on file is from Apr 2, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
Among Winter Haven restaurants, the typical score is 88; Harborside Wh is comfortably above that bar. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 2, 2026
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Cook line, operator removed from door handle. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
95
Oct 31, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cookline
14-09-4
Basic - Knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Location cook line- operator removed knives. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
90
Mar 31, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Knife in hand washing sink. Operator removed knife **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soda dispenser back panel at the server station
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. At the bar area cooler by the lake entrance.
22-16-4
82
Nov 21, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
86
May 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Spinach dip at 49F in walk in cooler. Operator placed on ice to reduce temperature. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in dishmachine.
16-32-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook on cook line. Employee put on hair restraints. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
74
Jan 30, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jan 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http:// www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ **Warning**
50-08-7
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 - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice machine Manager cleaned. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Black debris bottom Side soda head. manager cleaned **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Case of bread on floor in walk-in freezer. manager moved the bread to shelf **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
64
Dec 1, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http:// www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ **Warning** Priority: High Priority
50-08-7
Intermediate - Observed: Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice machine Manager cleaned. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** Priority: Intermediate
22-02-4
Intermediate - Observed: 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** Priority: Intermediate
53B-05-5
Basic - Observed: Food stored on floor. Case of bread on floor in walk-in freezer. manager moved the bread to shelf **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** Priority: Basic
08B-38-4
Basic - Observed: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Black debris bottom Side soda head. manager cleaned **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** Priority: Basic
23-03-4
64
Jun 5, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
74
Jan 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Harborside Wh last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Harborside Wh on file is from Apr 2, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Harborside Wh?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Harborside Wh.
How does Harborside Wh compare to other restaurants in Winter Haven?
Harborside Wh most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Winter Haven average of 88.
Has Harborside Wh's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Harborside Wh have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Harborside Wh 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 Wh inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Harborside Wh is inspected around three times per year on average.
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