Safety Harbor — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Safety Harbor, Florida has 47 food establishments with 682 inspections on record. The pass rate is 87.1%, above the state average of 86%. Inspections average 5 violations per visit.

Largest fine: $600 assessed to Southern Fresh in Safety Harbor on February 11, 2026.

Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.

47Facilities
682Total Inspections
0Closures 2026
87.1%Pass Rate
5Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
Paradise Restaurant 29 281 1
Athens Restaurant 32 269 1
Barfly - Saltwater Grill 30 217 1
Southern Fresh 33 202 1
Safety Harbor Resort& Kitchen 31 367 0

Safety Harbor Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Safety Harbor 87.1% Pass Rate 87.1%
Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%
Safety Harbor 5 Avg Violations / Inspection 5
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Safety Harbor 0 Closures per 100 Facilities 0
Florida Average 1.37 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.37

Safety Harbor Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Whistle Stop Grill and Bar 4 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Gigglewaters 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Daydreamers Cafe and Grill 3 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Water Oak Grill 5 (2 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Osteria Pollani 6 (2 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Marker 39 2 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Nona Slice House 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Kitchen and Bar at Green Springs 1 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Sweet Carolines Mab 1 Call Back - Complied
Happy Salmon 1 Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Safety Harbor Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Safety Harbor Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

20Actions on Record
$7,160Total Fines
$358Avg Fine
$880Largest Fine
12Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Feb 11, 2026 Southern Fresh $600 3--2025067593

Safety Harbor Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

20Fire Violations
11Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Fire extinguisher in red zone 7
Missing boiler certificate/report 6
Other fire safety violation 3
Propane tank stored inside building 2
Exit blocked or locked 2

Safety Harbor Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records

In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Safety Harbor has 17 FDACS-regulated facilities with 25 inspections on record.

17Retail Facilities
25FDACS Inspections

Safety Harbor FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

Browse all FDACS violation codes →

Safety Harbor Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
Kwik Stop 1 43 262
Chevron 1 283 1,145

All Florida retail food chains →

About FDACS Retail Food Inspections →

Safety Harbor: Notable Restaurants

Safety Harbor: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Wendys 1 0 0
Taco Bell 1 59 0
Cold Stone Creamery 1 59 0

Safety Harbor Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Safety Harbor?
Safety Harbor, Florida has 47 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Safety Harbor?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Safety Harbor is 87.1%. The Florida state average is 86%.
What are the most common health violations in Safety Harbor?
The most frequently cited violations in Safety Harbor are: Employee health policy, Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Safety Harbor?
Wendys has the most locations in Safety Harbor with 1 establishments.
How does Safety Harbor compare to the Florida state average?
Safety Harbor has a pass rate of 87.1%, which is 1.1 percentage points above the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 5 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in Safety Harbor?
Food establishments in Safety Harbor have an average of 14.5 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Safety Harbor been assessed?
Food establishments in Safety Harbor have been assessed $7,160 in fines across 20 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $358 and the largest single fine was $880.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Safety Harbor restaurants?
20 fire safety violations have been documented across 11 food establishments in Safety Harbor. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Safety Harbor inspected?
Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Safety Harbor, Florida has 17 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 25 inspections on record.

Safety Harbor Restaurants & Food Establishments (46)

Sweet Carolines Mab

1840 MEASE DR SUITE 102, Safety Harbor

19 inspections · 81 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Gigglewaters

737 MAIN ST #104, Safety Harbor

22 inspections · 76 violations · Last: May 2026

Cold Stone Creamery

100 MAIN ST #102, Safety Harbor

14 inspections · 59 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Taco Bell #3773

2456 MCMULLEN BOOTH RD, Safety Harbor

23 inspections · 59 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Happy Salmon

500 MAIN ST, Safety Harbor

21 inspections · 58 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Strachan's Ice Cream and Desserts

323 MAIN ST, Safety Harbor

10 inspections · 17 violations · Last: Aug 2025

Kaia Bowls

101 PHILIPPE PKWY STE A, Safety Harbor

7 inspections · 14 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Joe's Hot Dogs & More

3101 SR 580 STE E, Safety Harbor

2 inspections · 11 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Sips Wine Bar

327 MAIN STREET, Safety Harbor

10 inspections · 6 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Main Street Pharmacy of Safety Harbor FDACS Retail

531 Main ST Ste, Safety Harbor

FDACS Retail Food · Health Food Store

Backdoor Dill FDACS Retail

840 Main ST, Safety Harbor

FDACS Retail Food · Dry Storage

Neighborhood Bark & Boutique FDACS Retail

660 2nd ST S, Safety Harbor

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store/Prepackaged/No Food Service

Quality Sausage House FDACS Retail

605 9th Ave N, Safety Harbor

FDACS Retail Food · Meat Market Retail

Safety Harbor Chevron FDACS Retail

600 Main ST, Safety Harbor

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice

Bassano Cheesecake Cafe FDACS Retail

507 Main ST, Safety Harbor

FDACS Retail Food · Retail Bakery

Rocking Delicious FDACS Retail

101 Main ST Ste, Safety Harbor

FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Food Shops

Joey Biscotti LLC FDACS Retail

839 Main ST, Safety Harbor

FDACS Retail Food · Retail Bakery

Havenhouse Coffee Bar & Eatery FDACS Retail

201 Main ST Ste 200, Safety Harbor

FDACS Retail Food · 135/Specialty Food Shops

Deli Best Provisions INC FDACS Retail

1201 Cedar Street Suite, Safety Harbor

FDACS Retail Food · Major Food Distributor

Bailey's Naturals FDACS Retail

470 2ND STREET N, Safety Harbor

FDACS Retail Food · Health Food Store