Destin — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
Destin, Florida has 243 food establishments with 3,799 inspections on record. 1 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 92%, above the state average of 86%. Inspections average 3.1 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Camille's in Destin, shut down February 13, 2026 for rodent activity.
Largest fine: $480 assessed to Jimmy John's 2134 in Destin on March 5, 2026.
Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.
Most-Inspected Facilities
| Business | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camille's | 32 | 216 | 2 |
| Hooters of Destin | 37 | 181 | 2 |
| Thai Smile | 23 | 82 | 2 |
| O'quigley's Seafood Steamer & Oyster Sports Bar | 24 | 143 | 1 |
| Joes Crab Shack | 25 | 139 | 1 |
Destin Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Destin Restaurants: Recent Closures (1)
| Date | Business | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Camille's | Rodent activity |
Destin Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Urban Air Adventure Park | 3 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Burritacos Chihuahua Corp | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Aj's Seafood & Oyster Bar | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Ajs Bimini | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Burritacos Chihuahua Corp | 7 (2 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Homewood Suites Destin | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Ruth's Chris Steak House #7396 | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Marina Cafe | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville Cafe 2nd Floor | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Harbor Craft Bar | 4 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
Destin Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 15,079 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 12,880 |
| 03 | Employee health reporting | 12,793 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 10,859 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 9,842 |
Destin Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 5, 2026 | Jimmy John's 2134 | $480 | 6--2026001537 |
| May 13, 2025 | Camille's | $400 | 6--2025017036 |
| Jun 2, 2025 | Thai Smile | $400 | 6--2025003487 |
| Jul 16, 2025 | Destin City Group INC | $400 | 6--2025031713 |
| Sep 10, 2025 | Donut Hole | $400 | 6--2025062548 |
| Mar 2, 2026 | Johnny O'quigley's Ale House & Marina | $400 | 6--2026001482 |
| Mar 23, 2026 | Edge Seafood Restaurant | $400 | 6--2026011868 |
| Mar 5, 2026 | Brotulas Seafood House and Steamer | $200 | 6--2026004137 |
| May 13, 2025 | Outback Steakhouse #1268 | $120 | 6--2025032819 |
Destin Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Missing boiler certificate/report | 34 |
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 15 |
| Other fire safety violation | 10 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 2 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 2 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 1 |
Destin 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. Destin has 48 FDACS-regulated facilities with 88 inspections on record and 3 stop-sale orders issued.
Destin 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mapco # 343 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Prevention of Food Contamination: Insects, ro… | |
| Mapco # 343 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Prevention of Food Contamination: Insects, ro… | |
| Destin-sno-shack-mfd5650360 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Required Records Available/Prov… |
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Destin FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations
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Destin Retail Food Chains (FDACS)
| Chain | Locations | Stop-Sale Orders | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Circle K | 1 | 102 | 1,574 |
| Starbucks | 1 | 77 | 1,170 |
| Target | 1 | 15 | 249 |
| Crumbl Cookies | 1 | 1 | 180 |
| Subway | 1 | 27 | 304 |
| Winn-Dixie | 1 | 170 | 584 |
Destin: Notable Restaurants
Camille's
Hooters of Destin
Thai Smile
Back Porch- Destin
Aj's Seafood & Oyster Bar
Boathouse Oyster Bar
Destin: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 3 | 74 | 1 |
| McDonalds | 2 | 169 | 1 |
| Waffle House | 2 | 113 | 0 |
| Whataburger | 2 | 64 | 0 |
| Another Broken Egg | 1 | 121 | 0 |
| Chicken Salad Chick | 1 | 64 | 0 |
| Days Inn | 1 | 17 | 0 |
| First Watch | 1 | 32 | 0 |
| Hungry Howies | 1 | 26 | 0 |
| Panera Bread | 1 | 41 | 0 |
Destin Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Destin?
- Destin, Florida has 243 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Destin?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Destin is 92%. The Florida state average is 86%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Destin this year?
- 1 food establishments in Destin have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in Destin?
- The most frequently cited violations in Destin are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Employee health reporting.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Destin?
- Subway has the most locations in Destin with 3 establishments.
- What was the most recent restaurant closure in Destin?
- Camille's in Destin was shut down on February 13, 2026 for rodent activity.
- How does Destin compare to the Florida state average?
- Destin has a pass rate of 92%, which is 6 percentage points above the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 3.1 compared to the state average of 4.67.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Destin?
- Food establishments in Destin have an average of 15.6 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Destin been assessed?
- Food establishments in Destin have been assessed $38,877 in fines across 108 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $360 and the largest single fine was $2,800.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Destin restaurants?
- 64 fire safety violations have been documented across 32 food establishments in Destin. The most common issue is missing boiler certificate/report.
- Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Destin 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. Destin, Florida has 48 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 88 inspections on record.
- How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Destin?
- FDACS has issued 3 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Destin, including 2 in 2026. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.
Destin Restaurants & Food Establishments (236)
Southern Star Dolphin Cruise
100 HARBOR BLVD SLIP 63, Destin
10 inspections · 2 violations · Last: Mar 2026On the Rocks
10 HARBOR BLVD, Destin
5 inspections · 2 violations · Last: Feb 2026Chick-fil-a Destin #4796
1021 HWY 98 E, Destin
7 inspections · 1 violations · Last: Feb 2026Buccaneer Pirate Cruise
100 HARBOR BLVD SLIP 62, Destin
10 inspections · 1 violations · Last: Mar 2026Riviera Creamery 2
4279 LEGENDARY DR UNIT J113, Destin
2 inspections · 1 violations · Last: Apr 2026Cara's Cat Cafe
4507 FURLING LN STE 101, Destin
7 inspections · 1 violations · Last: Sep 2025Circle K # 8347 FDACS Retail
701 Harbor Blvd, Destin
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FSRaceway # 6876 FDACS Retail
995 Highway 98 E, Destin
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged IceCooper Snacks FDACS Retail
541 Sandalwood CT, Destin
FDACS Retail Food · Mobile VendorSterling Sands Condos # 240003e FDACS Retail
1080 SCENIC HIGHWAY 98, Destin
FDACS Retail Food · Packaged Ice Self VendingVw Publix 0677 FDACS Retail
4425 Commons DR E, Destin
FDACS Retail Food · Vended WaterCrumbl Cookies - Destin FDACS Retail
4447 Commons Dr E Ste K112, Destin
FDACS Retail Food · Retail BakeryBad Ass Coffee of Miramar Beach FDACS Retail
1708 SCENIC GULF HWY 98, Destin
FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Food ShopsHomegoods # 0608 FDACS Retail
4483 commons Dr W, Destin
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHFPanda Express
34898 EMERALD COAST PARKWAY, Destin
4 inspections · 0 violations · Last: Aug 2025Delis of the Emerald Coast FDACS Retail
530 Harbor Blvd Suite 125, Destin
FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Food ShopsHooter Coffee FDACS Retail
210 Harbor Blvd, Destin
FDACS Retail Food · Flea Market KioskSilver Shells / Destin FDACS Retail
15300 Emerald Coast Parkway, Destin
FDACS Retail Food · Packaged Ice Self VendingSand Flea
775 GULFSHORE DR SOUTH SIDE SB, Destin
3 inspections · 0 violations · Last: Apr 2026Deck at Destin Brewery
110 MELVIN ST, Destin
3 inspections · 0 violations · Last: Oct 2025