The Port @ Haines City

16000 Hatchineha Rd, Haines City, FL 33844
American
Last inspected: Apr 22, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2022, The Port @ Haines City has nine inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 22, 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 two violations each time.

“Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Haines City restaurants. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 22, 2026
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. In server station.
51-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood vents soiled with grease.
23-03-4
90
Dec 10, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Operator cleaned. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Multiple thawed portions of fish in unopened reduced oxygen packaging observed in reach in cooler on cookline. Discussed removing fish from packaging with operator, provided ROP fish handout. **Corrective Action Taken**
06-09-1
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Drink glasses at soda fountain.
24-08-4
86
Apr 24, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 12, 2024
Complaint Full
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
95
Apr 19, 2024
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Mar 11, 2024
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle of glass cleaner on prep table behind salad station. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Can opener blade. **Repeat Violation**
22-31-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. In between fryers and stove soiled with food debris.
23-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
16-23-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
51-11-4
70
Dec 5, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Can opener blade rusty.
22-31-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips.
16-37-1
Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. On ware washing shelves. **Corrected On-Site**
14-45-4
78
Jun 8, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
82
Dec 28, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Grits on the steam table 103 F. The manager increased the temperature to heat the grits to 135F. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle of bathroom cleanser on top of the small flip top reach in cooler in the kitchen. The employee removed the cleanser. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade on the end of the prep table across from the 3 compartment sink.
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
16-23-4
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Walk in cooler.
36-11-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoops on top of the ice machine. The manager removed the ice scoops to be washed, rinsed and sanitized and placed on a tray. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Door on the flip top reach in cooler is exposed.
14-36-5
Basic - Light not functioning. Kitchen,
36-62-4
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Port @ Haines City last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Port @ Haines City on file is from Apr 22, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Port @ Haines City?

Across the inspection record, “carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Port @ Haines City.

How does The Port @ Haines City compare to other restaurants in Haines City?

The Port @ Haines City most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Haines City average of 90.

Has The Port @ Haines City's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Port @ Haines City have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Port @ Haines City 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 Port @ Haines City inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Port @ Haines City is inspected around three times per year on average.