The Harbor Tavern

306A Harbor Blvd, Destin, FL 32541
Bar / Pub
Last inspected: Apr 8, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

The Harbor Tavern appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 8, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near zero violations each time.

The Harbor Tavern scores about where you'd expect for a Destin restaurant. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 8, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. 68/70F after prolonged running. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-08: At time of the callback Water at hand wash sink 77F Supervisor Adamson notified. **Time Extended**
27-16-4
90
Apr 6, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. 68/70F after prolonged running. **Warning**
27-16-4
90
Nov 20, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 10, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 4, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 9, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 7, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 23, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. Provided establishment with health reporting requirements.
11-03-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in women's restroom.
31B-04-4
78
Nov 9, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Harbor Tavern last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Harbor Tavern on file is from Apr 8, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

How does The Harbor Tavern compare to other restaurants in Destin?

The Harbor Tavern most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Destin average of 90.

Has The Harbor Tavern's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Harbor Tavern have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Harbor Tavern 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 The Harbor Tavern inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Harbor Tavern is inspected around three times per year on average.