Crestview — Food Safety Records

Overview

Crestview, Florida has 101 food establishments with 1,687 inspections on record. 2 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 94.1%, above the state average of 85.8%. Inspections average 1.5 violations per visit.

Most recent closure: Hub Family Restaurant in Crestview, shut down July 14, 2026 for roach activity.

Largest fine: $400 assessed to Panda Express 3207 in Crestview on October 29, 2025.

Data from Florida DBPR. Updated August 2026.

101Facilities
1,687Inspections
2Closures 2026
94.1%Pass Rate
1.5Avg Violations

Crestview Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Crestview 94.1% Pass Rate 94.1%
Florida Average 85.8% Pass Rate 85.8%
Crestview 1.5 Avg Violations / Inspection 1.5
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Crestview 1.98 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.98
Florida Average 2 Closures per 100 Facilities 2

Crestview Restaurants: Recent Closures (1)

DateBusinessReason
Hub Family Restaurant Roach activity

Crestview Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Chick-fil-a Fsu # 3986 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Baobao Buffet 0 Call Back - Complied
El Pollon 2 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Cracker Barrel #265 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Stewby's Seafood Shanty 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Baobao Buffet 7 (5 high) Warning Issued
Waffle House #1775 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
China Star of Crestview 1 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Polar Bear Ice Cream and Poke 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Waffle House #2257 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Crestview Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Crestview Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

27Actions on Record
$7,980Total Fines
$307Avg Fine
$800Largest Fine
18Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Oct 29, 2025 Panda Express 3207 $400 6--2025046875

Crestview Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

11Fire Violations
8Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Missing boiler certificate/report 5
Other fire safety violation 3
Cooking without hood suppression 2
Propane tank stored inside building 1

Crestview: Notable Restaurants

Crestview: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
McDonalds 3 80 0
Burger King 3 74 0
Waffle House 3 89 0
Taco Bell 2 60 0
Wendys 2 48 0
Subway 2 15 0
Hungry Howies 2 51 0
Zaxbys 1 24 0
Arbys 1 20 0
Chick-fil-a 1 9 0

Crestview Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Crestview?
Crestview, Florida has 101 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Crestview?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Crestview is 94.1%. The Florida state average is 85.8%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Crestview this year?
2 food establishments in Crestview have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
What are the most common health violations in Crestview?
The most frequently cited violations in Crestview are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Outer openings protected.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Crestview?
McDonalds has the most locations in Crestview with 3 establishments.
What was the most recent restaurant closure in Crestview?
Hub Family Restaurant in Crestview was shut down on July 14, 2026 for roach activity.
How does Crestview compare to the Florida state average?
Crestview has a pass rate of 94.1%, which is 8.3 percentage points above the state average of 85.8%. The average violations per inspection is 1.5 compared to the state average of 4.68.
How often are restaurants inspected in Crestview?
Food establishments in Crestview have an average of 16.7 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Crestview been assessed?
Food establishments in Crestview have been assessed $7,980 in fines across 27 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $307 and the largest single fine was $800.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Crestview restaurants?
11 fire safety violations have been documented across 8 food establishments in Crestview. The most common issue is missing boiler certificate/report.

In the News Crestview

Crestview Restaurants & Food Establishments (100)

Samuels Roadhouse

114 JOHN KING RD, Crestview

21 inspections · 50 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Waffle House #1775

298 JAMES LEE BLVD, Crestview

22 inspections · 50 violations · Last: Aug 2026

Hometown Inn and Suites

3709 S FERDON BLVD, Crestview

20 inspections · 48 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Thai Siam Cuisine

396 E CEDAR AVE, Crestview

24 inspections · 45 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Sunshine Hot Chicken N More

2493 S FERDON BLVD, Crestview

22 inspections · 43 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Hot Head Burritos Crestview

2220 S FERDON BLVD, Crestview

26 inspections · 42 violations · Last: May 2026

Dunkin Donuts #350119

2408 S FERDON BLVD, Crestview

17 inspections · 42 violations · Last: Nov 2025

Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar

215 RASBERRY RD, Crestview

22 inspections · 42 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Burger King

198 W JAMES LEE BLVD, Crestview

19 inspections · 41 violations · Last: Jul 2025

Emerald Isle Seafood

1260 S FERDON BLVD, Crestview

22 inspections · 40 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Hideaway Pizza INC

326 N MAIN ST, Crestview

24 inspections · 40 violations · Last: Apr 2026

McDonald's Restaurant 4995

302 W JAMES LEE BLVD, Crestview

16 inspections · 36 violations · Last: Oct 2025

Country Inn & Suites

235 RASBERRY ROAD, Crestview

17 inspections · 36 violations · Last: Jul 2026

North 85 Diner

6194 HWY 85 N, Crestview

17 inspections · 35 violations · Last: Jul 2026

Arashi

751 N FERDON BLVD UNIT 759, Crestview

10 inspections · 32 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Wendy's #323

3705 S FERDON BLVD, Crestview

23 inspections · 31 violations · Last: Jul 2026

Taco Town of Crestview

1238 N FERDON BLVD UNIT A, Crestview

24 inspections · 31 violations · Last: Aug 2026

Taco Bell

2549 S FERDON, Crestview

23 inspections · 31 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Cracker Barrel #265

201 CRACKER BARREL RD, Crestview

20 inspections · 31 violations · Last: Aug 2026

Tops Crestview

3802 S FERDON BLVD UNIT C, Crestview

15 inspections · 29 violations · Last: Mar 2026