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
Burger King 3 74 0
Waffle House 3 89 0
McDonalds 3 80 0
Subway 2 15 0
Wendys 2 48 0
Hungry Howies 2 51 0
Taco Bell 2 60 0
Chipotle 1 0 0
Fairfield Inn 1 3 0
Jersey Mikes 1 5 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?
Burger King 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)

Burger King

3210 S FERDON BLVD, Crestview

11 inspections · 29 violations · Last: Jul 2025

Taco Bell 42125

1224 NORTH FERDON BLVD, Crestview

20 inspections · 29 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Brooklyn Bar and Grill

397 E JAMES LEE BLVD, Crestview

21 inspections · 29 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Marquis Cinema 10

2828 RICHBURG LN, Crestview

10 inspections · 29 violations · Last: Jul 2026

Best Western

151 CRACKER BARREL DR, Crestview

16 inspections · 29 violations · Last: Jun 2026

Fire House Subs

2252 FERDON BLVD, Crestview

15 inspections · 29 violations · Last: Aug 2025

McDonald's Restaurant #11721

3201 S FERDON BLVD, Crestview

19 inspections · 28 violations · Last: Sep 2025

Fatboys Juicy Beef and Tasty Bird

482 N WILSON ST, Crestview

17 inspections · 28 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Palma's Asian Restaurant

1051 SOUTH FERDON BLVD, Crestview

11 inspections · 28 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Jimmy John's

3285 S. FERDON, Crestview

18 inspections · 26 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Hungry Howies #285

2222 FERDON BLVD, Crestview

10 inspections · 26 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Hungry Howies #3059

1238 N FERDON BLVD UNIT C, Crestview

15 inspections · 25 violations · Last: Dec 2025

Zaxby's

4285 FERDON BLVD S, Crestview

12 inspections · 24 violations · Last: Jul 2026

A Taste of Chef Tae¿s Trap Kitchen

3200 S FERDON BLVD, Crestview

16 inspections · 23 violations · Last: Apr 2026

China 1

2258 S FERDON BLVD, Crestview

18 inspections · 22 violations · Last: Aug 2026

Waffle House #611

3804 S FERDON BLVD, Crestview

19 inspections · 22 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Brooklyn Pizza

2511 S FERDON BLVD, Crestview

21 inspections · 21 violations · Last: Jul 2026

Arby's #6559

3900 S FERDON BLVD, Crestview

16 inspections · 20 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites

125 CRACKER BARREL ROAD, Crestview

11 inspections · 20 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Panera Bread #1730

2670 S FERDON BLVD, Crestview

19 inspections · 19 violations · Last: May 2026