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)

Panera Bread #1730

2670 S FERDON BLVD, Crestview

19 inspections · 19 violations · Last: May 2026

Helen Back Pizza

398 E HICKORY AVE, Crestview

19 inspections · 18 violations · Last: Jun 2026

Waffle House #2257

1130 N FERDON BLVD, Crestview

19 inspections · 17 violations · Last: Aug 2026

Hot Kimchi

496 N FERDON BLVD, Crestview

20 inspections · 17 violations · Last: May 2026

Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers

1395 N FERDON BLVD, Crestview

21 inspections · 17 violations · Last: Jul 2026

Whataburger #779

3850 S FERDON BLVD, Crestview

14 inspections · 16 violations · Last: Mar 2026

McDonald's Restaurant #26226

1300 N FERDON BLVD, Crestview

14 inspections · 16 violations · Last: Jun 2026

Quality Inn of Crestview

3925 S FERDON BLVD, Crestview

15 inspections · 16 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Panda Express 3207

4305 S FERDON BLVD, Crestview

19 inspections · 14 violations · Last: Dec 2025

Eagle's Nest at Blackwater

4927 ANTIOCH RD, Crestview

10 inspections · 14 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Coney Island Lunch

107 N MAIN ST, Crestview

20 inspections · 13 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Marco's Pizza

2100 S FERNDON BLVD STE 160, Crestview

13 inspections · 12 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Sonic Drive-in #5156

1230 N FERDON BLVD, Crestview

12 inspections · 11 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Baymont Inn and Suites

4040 S FERDON BLVD, Crestview

14 inspections · 11 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Polar Bear Ice Cream and Poke

1328 N FERDON BLVD, Crestview

16 inspections · 11 violations · Last: Aug 2026

Crooked Tale Gastropub

5206 S FERDON BLVD, Crestview

15 inspections · 10 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Club Alibi

425 MLK JR AVENUE, Crestview

12 inspections · 9 violations · Last: Jun 2026

Chick-fil-a Fsu # 3986

3000 S FERDON BLVD, Crestview

18 inspections · 9 violations · Last: Aug 2026

Subway2656

1090 N FERDON BLVD, Crestview

11 inspections · 8 violations · Last: Oct 2025

McAlister's Deli 101016

2100 S FERDON BLVD STE 110, Crestview

11 inspections · 8 violations · Last: Feb 2026