Crestview — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

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.

151Facilities
1,659Total Inspections
1Closures 2026
95.1%Pass Rate
1.5Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
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 95.1% Pass Rate 95.1%
Florida Average 85.9% Pass Rate 85.9%
Crestview 1.5 Avg Violations / Inspection 1.5
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Crestview 0.66 Closures per 100 Facilities 0.66
Florida Average 1.35 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.35

Crestview Restaurants: Recent Closures (1)

DateBusinessReason
El Paso of Crestview Roach activity

Crestview Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
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

Crestview Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

35Actions on Record
$10,860Total Fines
$319Avg Fine
$800Largest Fine
23Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
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

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 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.

52Retail Facilities
94FDACS Inspections
27Stop-Sale Orders

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.

DateFacilityProductReason
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)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
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

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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
Subway 2 15 0
Wendys 2 48 0
Hungry Howies 2 51 0
Arbys 1 20 0
Chick-fil-a 1 9 0
Cracker Barrel 1 31 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.

In the News Crestview

Crestview Restaurants & Food Establishments (150)

Marquis Cinema 10

2828 RICHBURG LN, Crestview

9 inspections · 18 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Helen Back Pizza

398 E HICKORY AVE, Crestview

19 inspections · 18 violations · Last: Jun 2026

Waffle House #2257

1130 N FERDON BLVD, Crestview

18 inspections · 17 violations · Last: Mar 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

20 inspections · 17 violations · Last: May 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

15 inspections · 11 violations · Last: Feb 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

17 inspections · 9 violations · Last: Feb 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