Crestview — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
Crestview, Florida has 151 food establishments with 1,659 inspections on record. 1 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 95.1%, above the state average of 85.9%. Inspections average 1.5 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: El Paso of Crestview in Crestview, shut down April 14, 2026 for roach activity.
Largest fine: $400 assessed to Panda Express 3207 in Crestview on October 29, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated June 2026.
Most-Inspected Facilities
| Business | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Pollon | 26 | 69 | 4 |
| Kfc F569052 | 34 | 132 | 2 |
| El Paso of Crestview | 25 | 68 | 2 |
| Jin Jin | 32 | 86 | 1 |
| Absolute Thai & Noodles | 20 | 36 | 1 |
Crestview Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Crestview Restaurants: Recent Closures (1)
| Date | Business | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| El Paso of Crestview | Roach activity |
Crestview Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Helen Back Pizza | 1 | Warning Issued | |
| Absolute Thai & Noodles | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| McDonald's Restaurant #26226 | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Stick & Rudder Pub | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Arirang and Jjs Bar | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| El Paso of Crestview | 3 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Best Western | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Club Alibi | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Blendz | 0 | Call Back - Complied |
Crestview Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 2,887 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 2,237 |
| 53 | Outer openings protected | 1,688 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 1,446 |
| 01 | Management awareness | 987 |
Crestview Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 29, 2025 | Panda Express 3207 | $400 | 6--2025046875 |
| Apr 8, 2026 | David's Take-out LLC | $400 | 6--2026014998 |
Crestview Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Missing boiler certificate/report | 5 |
| Other fire safety violation | 3 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 2 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 1 |
Crestview 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. Crestview has 52 FDACS-regulated facilities with 94 inspections on record and 27 stop-sale orders issued.
Crestview FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders
A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.
| Date | Facility | Product | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Six-brothers-thrifty-foods-292843 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Contaminants | |
| Six-brothers-thrifty-foods-292843 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Contaminants | |
| Six-brothers-thrifty-foods-292843 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Contaminants | |
| Six-brothers-thrifty-foods-292843 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Contaminants | |
| Six-brothers-thrifty-foods-292843 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Contaminants | |
| Six-brothers-thrifty-foods-292843 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Contaminants | |
| Six-brothers-thrifty-foods-292843 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Contaminants | |
| Sunshine-foodmart-423-383377 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc… | |
| Sunshine-foodmart-423-383377 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc… | |
| Sunshine-foodmart-423-383377 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc… |
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Crestview FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations
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Crestview Retail Food Chains (FDACS)
| Chain | Locations | Stop-Sale Orders | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dollar General | 5 | 57 | 2,871 |
| Circle K | 2 | 102 | 1,574 |
| CVS | 1 | 9 | 882 |
| Starbucks | 1 | 77 | 1,170 |
| Walgreens | 1 | 1 | 743 |
| Subway | 1 | 27 | 304 |
Crestview: Notable Restaurants
El Pollon
Kfc F569052
El Paso of Crestview
Jin Jin
Jay Rick, INC.
Helen Back Pizza
Crestview: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds | 3 | 80 | 0 |
| Burger King | 3 | 74 | 0 |
| Waffle House | 3 | 89 | 0 |
| Taco Bell | 2 | 60 | 0 |
| Subway | 2 | 15 | 0 |
| Wendys | 2 | 48 | 0 |
| Hungry Howies | 2 | 51 | 0 |
| Applebees | 1 | 42 | 0 |
| Captain D's | 1 | 52 | 0 |
| Comfort Inn | 1 | 19 | 0 |
Crestview Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Crestview?
- Crestview, Florida has 151 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 95.1%. The Florida state average is 85.9%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Crestview this year?
- 1 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?
- El Paso of Crestview in Crestview was shut down on April 14, 2026 for roach activity.
- How does Crestview compare to the Florida state average?
- Crestview has a pass rate of 95.1%, which is 9.1 percentage points above the state average of 85.9%. The average violations per inspection is 1.5 compared to the state average of 4.66.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Crestview?
- Food establishments in Crestview have an average of 11 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 $10,860 in fines across 35 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $319 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.
- Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Crestview 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. Crestview, Florida has 52 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 94 inspections on record.
- How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Crestview?
- FDACS has issued 27 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Crestview. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.
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Crestview Restaurants & Food Establishments (150)
Burger King
3210 S FERDON BLVD, Crestview
11 inspections · 29 violations · Last: Jul 2025Taco Bell 42125
1224 NORTH FERDON BLVD, Crestview
20 inspections · 29 violations · Last: Mar 2026Brooklyn Bar and Grill
397 E JAMES LEE BLVD, Crestview
21 inspections · 29 violations · Last: Mar 2026Best Western
151 CRACKER BARREL DR, Crestview
16 inspections · 29 violations · Last: Jun 2026Fire House Subs
2252 FERDON BLVD, Crestview
15 inspections · 29 violations · Last: Aug 2025McDonald's Restaurant #11721
3201 S FERDON BLVD, Crestview
19 inspections · 28 violations · Last: Sep 2025Fatboys Juicy Beef and Tasty Bird
482 N WILSON ST, Crestview
17 inspections · 28 violations · Last: Mar 2026Palma's Asian Restaurant
1051 SOUTH FERDON BLVD, Crestview
11 inspections · 28 violations · Last: Feb 2026Jimmy John's
3285 S. FERDON, Crestview
18 inspections · 26 violations · Last: Jan 2026Hungry Howies #285
2222 FERDON BLVD, Crestview
10 inspections · 26 violations · Last: Jan 2026Hungry Howies #3059
1238 N FERDON BLVD UNIT C, Crestview
15 inspections · 25 violations · Last: Dec 2025Zaxby's
4285 FERDON BLVD S, Crestview
11 inspections · 24 violations · Last: Aug 2025A Taste of Chef Tae¿s Trap Kitchen
3200 S FERDON BLVD, Crestview
16 inspections · 23 violations · Last: Apr 2026China 1
2258 S FERDON BLVD, Crestview
17 inspections · 22 violations · Last: May 2026Waffle House #611
3804 S FERDON BLVD, Crestview
19 inspections · 22 violations · Last: Jan 2026Brooklyn Pizza
2511 S FERDON BLVD, Crestview
20 inspections · 21 violations · Last: Feb 2026Arby's 6559
3900 FERDON BLVD, Crestview
16 inspections · 20 violations · Last: Apr 2026Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites
125 CRACKER BARREL ROAD, Crestview
11 inspections · 20 violations · Last: Apr 2026Panera Bread #1730
2670 S FERDON BLVD, Crestview
19 inspections · 19 violations · Last: May 2026Comfort Inn & Suites Breakfast
900 SOUTHCREST DR, Crestview
13 inspections · 19 violations · Last: Mar 2026