Palm Harbor — Food Safety Records
Palm Harbor, Florida has 147 food establishments with 3,070 inspections on record. 6 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 89.1%, above the state average of 85.8%. 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 August 2026.
Palm Harbor Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Palm Harbor
89.1%
Pass Rate
89.1%
Florida Average
85.8%
Pass Rate
85.8%
Palm Harbor
6.1
Avg Violations / Inspection
6.1
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Palm Harbor
4.08
Closures per 100 Facilities
4.08
Florida Average
2
Closures per 100 Facilities
2
Palm Harbor Restaurants: Recent Closures (2)
| Date | Business | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Discovery Indian Cuisine | Rodent activity | |
| Discovery Indian Cuisine | Rodent activity |
Palm Harbor Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Massimo's | 4 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Dunkin Donuts | 4 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Dunkin Donuts/baskin Robbins | 9 | Warning Issued | |
| Mike Sushi | 4 | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended | |
| Lucky Dill | 34 (9 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Einstein Bros Bagels 1288 | 8 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Diesel Garage Grill and Bar | 5 (1 high) | Call Back - Complied | |
| Jeremiahs Italian Ice | 10 (3 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Jets Pizza | 10 (3 high) | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended | |
| Jets Pizza | 22 (6 high) | Administrative complaint recommended |
Palm Harbor Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 33,998 |
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 29,562 |
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 22,371 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 21,298 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 19,864 |
Palm Harbor Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 10, 2025 | Smuggler's Island Pub | $1,600 | 3--2025047007 |
| Mar 19, 2026 | China House | $800 | 3--2026013343 |
| Apr 16, 2026 | Fairway Pizza & Sports Page Pub | $800 | 3--2025081753 |
| Mar 4, 2026 | Yama Taiyo Restaurant | $400 | 3--2026007139 |
| Oct 23, 2025 | Shogun Japanese INC | $400 | 3--2025070971 |
| Apr 16, 2026 | Mixers Bar and Grille | $400 | 3--2026017287 |
| Jun 23, 2026 | Snappers Grill and Comedy Club | $400 | 3--2026038192 |
| Dec 11, 2025 | Bar 23fifty | $400 | 3--2025080498 |
| Jun 4, 2026 | Strokers | $300 | 3--2026004828 |
| Jun 10, 2026 | Discovery Indian Cuisine | $300 | 3--2026015102 |
Palm Harbor Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| 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
Fairway Pizza & Sports Page Pub
41 inspections
546 violations
4 closures
Nueva Cantina
45 inspections
469 violations
4 closures
Discovery Indian Cuisine
42 inspections
445 violations
4 closures
Shlomo Subs LLC
41 inspections
318 violations
1 closures
Massimo's
25 inspections
147 violations
Dunkin Donuts
18 inspections
69 violations
Palm Harbor: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunkin | 3 | 215 | 0 |
| Wendys | 2 | 266 | 0 |
| Subway | 2 | 89 | 0 |
| McDonalds | 2 | 146 | 0 |
| Chipotle | 1 | 75 | 0 |
| Firehouse Subs | 1 | 80 | 0 |
| Jimmy Johns | 1 | 29 | 0 |
| Longhorn Steakhouse | 1 | 134 | 0 |
| Moes Southwest Grill | 1 | 55 | 0 |
| Carrabbas | 1 | 142 | 0 |
Palm Harbor Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Palm Harbor?
- Palm Harbor, Florida has 147 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 89.1%. The Florida state average is 85.8%.
- 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 89.1%, which is 3.3 percentage points above the state average of 85.8%. 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 20.9 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 $40,065 in fines across 117 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $348 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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Palm Harbor Restaurants & Food Establishments (147)
Lansbrook Golf Club
4605 VILLAGE CENTER DR, Palm Harbor
26 inspections · 212 violations · Last: Jul 2026Casa Ludovico
1710 ALT 19 N, Palm Harbor
35 inspections · 212 violations · Last: Jun 2026Kfc F569057
33420 US HWY 19 N, Palm Harbor
26 inspections · 204 violations · Last: Jul 20263 Brothers Pizza
3436 TAMPA RD, Palm Harbor
25 inspections · 203 violations · Last: Jun 2026Eastern China Taste INC
658 E LAKE RD, Palm Harbor
21 inspections · 200 violations · Last: Jul 2026Thirsty Marlin Grill & Bar
1023 FLORIDA AVE, Palm Harbor
26 inspections · 198 violations · Last: Apr 2026Cava
33163 US HWY 19 N, Palm Harbor
27 inspections · 195 violations · Last: Jul 2026Gino's New York Pizzeria
3394 TAMPA RD, Palm Harbor
22 inspections · 188 violations · Last: Apr 2026Innisbrook Resort & Golf Club
36750 US HWY 19 N, Palm Harbor
24 inspections · 187 violations · Last: Apr 2026Shogun Japanese INC
34980 US 19 N, Palm Harbor
24 inspections · 178 violations · Last: Apr 2026Innisbrook Resort & Golf Club Packards Copperhead Clubhouse
36750 US HWY 19 N, Palm Harbor
22 inspections · 171 violations · Last: Apr 2026Mike Sushi
33855 US 19 N, Palm Harbor
23 inspections · 171 violations · Last: Aug 2026Happi China INC
1314 TAMPA RD, Palm Harbor
23 inspections · 165 violations · Last: May 2026Domoishi
35236 US HWY 19 N, Palm Harbor
17 inspections · 159 violations · Last: Mar 2026Leonardo's Pizzeria
31808 US HWY 19 N, Palm Harbor
24 inspections · 156 violations · Last: May 2026Little Greek Fresh Grill
320 E LAKE RD, Palm Harbor
29 inspections · 155 violations · Last: May 2026Wendy's Properties LLC
750 E LAKE RD S, Palm Harbor
31 inspections · 152 violations · Last: Jul 2026Stix Billiards
38529 US HWY 19 N, Palm Harbor
26 inspections · 151 violations · Last: Apr 2026Asian Kitchen
30611 US 19 N, Palm Harbor
21 inspections · 150 violations · Last: May 2026Massimo's
31876 N. US . HWY 19, Palm Harbor
25 inspections · 147 violations · Last: Aug 2026