Harry T's Lighthouse in Destin
Last inspected:
46 Harbor Blvd, Destin, FL 32541Harry T's Lighthouse in Destin has accumulated 110 violations across 33 inspections since 2016, averaging 3.3 violations per visit. The restaurant was shut down once for roach activity in 2021. The facility has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $600 in fines. Top recurring violations include employee health reporting, single-use items, and consumer advisory issues.
Most recent closure: August 25, 2021 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Harry T's Lighthouse in Destin: Comparison to Okaloosa County Averages
This Facility
3.3
violations / inspection
3.3 violations per inspection
Okaloosa County Avg
2.41
violations / inspection
2.41 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Okaloosa County Avg
0.1
closures / facility
0.1 county average
Harry T's Lighthouse in Destin: Emergency Closure History (1)
Harry T's Lighthouse in Destin: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2021040408 | $400.00 | Aug 25, 2021 | Tampa | |
| 6--2021021724 | $200.00 | Apr 23, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Harry T's Lighthouse in Destin: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-01-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: No current insurance inspector's boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Water heater capacity is 170 gallons. **Warning**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (9) Heating and ventilation - The heating and ventilation system shall be kept in good repair or be installed to maintain a minimum of 68 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the building. The insurance inspector?s boiler report is required annually for power boilers and high pressure/high temperature boilers and biannually for low pressure steam or vapor heating boilers and shall be posted in the boiler room. For reporting purposes only.
Harry T's Lighthouse in Destin: Full Inspection History — DBPR (33)
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 6 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 9 inspections14 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Administrative complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Harry T's Lighthouse in Destin: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Harry T's Lighthouse in Destin last inspected?
- Harry T's Lighthouse in Destin was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 9, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Harry T's Lighthouse in Destin last shut down?
- Harry T's Lighthouse in Destin was last shut down on August 25, 2021 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Harry T's Lighthouse in Destin?
- The most frequently cited violations at Harry T's Lighthouse in Destin are: Employee health reporting, Single-use items, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Harry T's Lighthouse in Destin had?
- Harry T's Lighthouse in Destin has had 33 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.3 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Harry T's Lighthouse in Destin find?
- Harry T's Lighthouse in Destin was most recently inspected on January 9, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Harry T's Lighthouse in Destin ever been shut down?
- Yes, Harry T's Lighthouse in Destin has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- Has Harry T's Lighthouse in Destin had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Harry T's Lighthouse in Destin has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Harry T's Lighthouse in Destin faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Harry T's Lighthouse in Destin has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has Harry T's Lighthouse in Destin been fined?
- Harry T's Lighthouse in Destin has been fined a total of $600.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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