Palm Harbor — Food Safety Records

Overview

Palm Harbor, Florida has 153 food establishments with 3,129 inspections on record. 6 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 89.3%, above the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 6.1 violations per visit.

Most recent closure: Discovery Indian Cuisine in Palm Harbor, shut down July 15, 2026 for rodent activity.

Largest fine: $1,600 assessed to Smuggler's Island Pub in Palm Harbor on October 10, 2025.

Data from Florida DBPR. Updated September 2026.

153Facilities
3,129Inspections
6Closures 2026
89.3%Pass Rate
6.1Avg Violations

Palm Harbor Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Palm Harbor 89.3% Pass Rate 89.3%
Florida Average 85.7% Pass Rate 85.7%
Palm Harbor 6.1 Avg Violations / Inspection 6.1
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Palm Harbor 3.92 Closures per 100 Facilities 3.92
Florida Average 1.96 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.96

Palm Harbor Restaurants: Recent Closures (1)

DateBusinessReason
Discovery Indian Cuisine Rodent activity

Palm Harbor Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Discovery Indian Cuisine 10 Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
Discovery Indian Cuisine 15 (1 high) Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Discovery Indian Cuisine 12 (1 high) Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
China Wok 9 Call Back - Complied
Five Guys 2 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Discovery Indian Cuisine 20 (1 high) Emergency order recommended
Gyro King Sub's and Salads 9 Call Back - Complied
Great Wall Chinese Restaurant 8 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Asian Kitchen 10 (3 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Ginger&lime Cafe 13 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Palm Harbor Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Palm Harbor Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

118Actions on Record
$40,865Total Fines
$352Avg Fine
$1,600Largest Fine
58Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Oct 10, 2025 Smuggler's Island Pub $1,600 3--2025047007
Aug 25, 2026 Discovery Indian Cuisine $800 3--2026036669
Apr 16, 2026 Fairway Pizza & Sports Page Pub $800 3--2025081753
Mar 19, 2026 China House $800 3--2026013343
Apr 16, 2026 Mixers Bar and Grille $400 3--2026017287
Jun 23, 2026 Snappers Grill and Comedy Club $400 3--2026038192
Oct 23, 2025 Shogun Japanese INC $400 3--2025070971
Dec 11, 2025 Bar 23fifty $400 3--2025080498
Mar 4, 2026 Yama Taiyo Restaurant $400 3--2026007139
Jun 10, 2026 Discovery Indian Cuisine $300 3--2026015102

Palm Harbor Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

89Fire Violations
53Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Other fire safety violation 32
Fire extinguisher in red zone 31
Exit blocked or locked 23
Cooking without hood suppression 2
Propane tank stored inside building 1

Palm Harbor: Notable Restaurants

Palm Harbor: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Dunkin 3 215 0
Subway 2 105 0
McDonalds 2 146 0
Wendys 2 267 0
Kfc 1 204 0
Menchies 1 44 0
Chick-fil-a 1 111 0
Dominos 1 68 0
Jersey Mikes 1 12 0
Kekes Breakfast Cafe 1 31 0

Palm Harbor Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Palm Harbor?
Palm Harbor, Florida has 153 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Palm Harbor?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Palm Harbor is 89.3%. The Florida state average is 85.7%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Palm Harbor this year?
6 food establishments in Palm Harbor have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
What are the most common health violations in Palm Harbor?
The most frequently cited violations in Palm Harbor are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Palm Harbor?
Dunkin has the most locations in Palm Harbor with 3 establishments.
What was the most recent restaurant closure in Palm Harbor?
Discovery Indian Cuisine in Palm Harbor was shut down on July 15, 2026 for rodent activity.
How does Palm Harbor compare to the Florida state average?
Palm Harbor has a pass rate of 89.3%, which is 3.6 percentage points above the state average of 85.7%. The average violations per inspection is 6.1 compared to the state average of 4.68.
How often are restaurants inspected in Palm Harbor?
Food establishments in Palm Harbor have an average of 20.5 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Palm Harbor been assessed?
Food establishments in Palm Harbor have been assessed $40,865 in fines across 118 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $352 and the largest single fine was $1,600.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Palm Harbor restaurants?
89 fire safety violations have been documented across 53 food establishments in Palm Harbor. The most common issue is other fire safety violation.

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Fairway Pizza & Sports Page Pub 4 closures

2901 ALT 19 NORTH, Palm Harbor

41 inspections · 546 violations · Last: Jun 2026

Discovery Indian Cuisine 4 closures

38593 US 19 STE 300, Palm Harbor

46 inspections · 502 violations · Last: Sep 2026

Nueva Cantina 4 closures

35903 US HWY 19 N, Palm Harbor

45 inspections · 469 violations · Last: Mar 2026

China House 2 closures

2898 ALT 19, Palm Harbor

30 inspections · 410 violations · Last: May 2026

China Wok 2 closures

36115 E LAKE RD, Palm Harbor

28 inspections · 348 violations · Last: Sep 2026

Smuggler's Island Pub 2 closures

1101 NEBRASK AVE, Palm Harbor

31 inspections · 328 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Saki Endless Sushi & Hibachi 2 closures

35927 US 19 N, Palm Harbor

26 inspections · 309 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar Grill 2 closures

34726 US 19 N, Palm Harbor

34 inspections · 286 violations · Last: Sep 2026

Tum Rub Thai 1 closure

32716 US HWY 19 N, Palm Harbor

29 inspections · 344 violations · Last: Apr 2026

East Lake Cafe 1 closure

3430 EAST LAKE RD STE 3, Palm Harbor

39 inspections · 339 violations · Last: Sep 2026

Fatty's Fish Shack LLC 1 closure

1026 NEBRASKA AVE, Palm Harbor

39 inspections · 332 violations · Last: Aug 2026

Shlomo Subs LLC 1 closure

2706 ALTERNATE 19 STE 108, Palm Harbor

41 inspections · 318 violations · Last: Jun 2026

Mixers Bar and Grille 1 closure

3430 E LAKE RD STE 1, Palm Harbor

30 inspections · 249 violations · Last: May 2026

Bar 23fifty 1 closure

2350 CURLEW RD, Palm Harbor

28 inspections · 235 violations · Last: Oct 2025

Great Wall Chinese Restaurant 1 closure

3424 TAMPA RD., Palm Harbor

31 inspections · 231 violations · Last: Sep 2026

Sonnys BBQ 32 1 closure

30503 US HWY 19 N, Palm Harbor

29 inspections · 211 violations · Last: Aug 2026

Metro Diner Palm Harbor

35000 US HWY 19 N, Palm Harbor

32 inspections · 439 violations · Last: Jul 2026

Clear Sky Club Haus

36355 E LAKE RD, Palm Harbor

37 inspections · 424 violations · Last: Jul 2026

Kogi Grill

3408 E LAKE RD S, Palm Harbor

30 inspections · 402 violations · Last: Jul 2026

Flap Jacks

36287 US 19, Palm Harbor

36 inspections · 401 violations · Last: Sep 2026