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Havana Night Bar and Grill

2920 Thomas Dr, Panama City, FL 32408
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Jan 20, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Havana Night Bar and Grill has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 20, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.

“Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Among Panama City restaurants, the typical score is 83; Havana Night Bar and Grill is comfortably above that bar. The record reflects steady performance over time.

9
Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 20, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 19, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Tested at 0ppm. New sanitizer connected to machine, primed, and tested at 50ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken stored over sodas in walkin cooler.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bucket in expo hand wash sink. Removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels, in expo area. Trash can placed in area at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
33-38-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Multiple labels with different dates stuck to pans.
16-46-4
Basic - Unable to utilize mop sink due to broken pipe under sink. **Warning**
29-27-4
58
May 29, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold hold- Pulled beef 60F, raw beef 60F, raw shrimp 59F ( 2:15-3:15 ) ( ambient 43F ). Walk in cooler- Cooked beef 52F, cooked chicken 50F, lobster 50F ( 2:00-3:30) ( ambient 50F ).
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Sink blocked with buckets near ice machine.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Soiled cloth and dishes stored in sink on cook line.
31A-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees on cook line and near ice machine.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler gasket molded,
23-03-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use on cutting board under microwave.
21-10-4
58
Oct 25, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 22, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Tested at 0ppm chlorine. **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Pork fat stored in plastic grocery bags.
14-31-5
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink on cook line not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Manager fixed dispenser at time of inspection. No paper towels at bar hand wash sink. Restocked at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-05-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Scoop by steam table stored in bucket with dirty towel. Manager had items washed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
64
Jun 5, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Drink by cutting board on cook line. Manager removed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Sugar scoop handle in sugar. Operator removed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back door to kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
35B-03-4
82
Oct 31, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back door and side door to kitchen.
35B-03-4
90
Apr 5, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. One server employed over 60 days at time of inspection. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-31: No proof of food handler training available. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-05: Observed restaurant not open at this time. Changing food menu to coffee house but not changing structure or owner. Will reopen in one month. **Time Extended**
53B-02-5
90
Oct 13, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Havana Night Bar and Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Havana Night Bar and Grill on file is from Jan 20, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Havana Night Bar and Grill?

Across the inspection record, “dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Havana Night Bar and Grill.

How does Havana Night Bar and Grill compare to other restaurants in Panama City?

Havana Night Bar and Grill most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Panama City average of 83.

Has Havana Night Bar and Grill's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Havana Night Bar and Grill have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Havana Night Bar and Grill 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 Havana Night Bar and Grill inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Havana Night Bar and Grill is inspected around three times per year on average.

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