Destin — Food Safety Records

Overview

Destin, Florida has 200 food establishments with 3,868 inspections on record. 1 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 92%, above the state average of 85.8%. Inspections average 3 violations per visit.

Largest fine: $800 assessed to Camille's in Destin on May 6, 2026.

Data from Florida DBPR. Updated August 2026.

200Facilities
3,868Inspections
1Closures 2026
92%Pass Rate
3Avg Violations

Destin Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Destin 92% Pass Rate 92%
Florida Average 85.8% Pass Rate 85.8%
Destin 3 Avg Violations / Inspection 3
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Destin 0.5 Closures per 100 Facilities 0.5
Florida Average 2 Closures per 100 Facilities 2

Destin Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Waffle House #662 1 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Subway of Destin 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Brotulas Seafood House and Steamer 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Saigon Spice 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Buffalo Jack's Legendary Wings 5 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Subway #60217 1 Warning Issued
McDonald's #34863 1 Warning Issued
Dippin Dots 2 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Crispy Cajun Chicken 1 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Jeremiah's Italian Ice 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Destin Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Destin Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

104Actions on Record
$37,517Total Fines
$361Avg Fine
$2,800Largest Fine
56Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
May 6, 2026 Camille's $800 6--2026013382
Mar 5, 2026 Jimmy John's 2134 $480 6--2026001537
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
Jul 7, 2026 Pazzo Italiano $400 6--2026027522
Mar 5, 2026 Brotulas Seafood House and Steamer $200 6--2026004137

Destin Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

64Fire Violations
32Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
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: Notable Restaurants

Destin: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Subway 3 75 1
Whataburger 2 64 0
McDonalds 2 170 1
Waffle House 2 114 0
Arbys 1 7 0
Chipotle 1 46 0
Dunkin 1 62 0
Hampton Inn 1 18 0
Jersey Mikes 1 21 0
Olive Garden 1 65 0

Destin Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Destin?
Destin, Florida has 200 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 85.8%.
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.
How does Destin compare to the Florida state average?
Destin has a pass rate of 92%, which is 6.2 percentage points above the state average of 85.8%. The average violations per inspection is 3 compared to the state average of 4.68.
How often are restaurants inspected in Destin?
Food establishments in Destin have an average of 19.3 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 $37,517 in fines across 104 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $361 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.

In the News Destin

Destin Restaurants & Food Establishments (195)

Beachside Social

2996 SCENIC HWY 98, Destin

2 inspections · 2 violations · Last: May 2026

Southern Star Dolphin Cruise

100 HARBOR BLVD SLIP 63, Destin

10 inspections · 2 violations · Last: Mar 2026

On the Rocks

10 HARBOR BLVD, Destin

5 inspections · 2 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Chick-fil-a Destin #4796

1021 HWY 98 E, Destin

7 inspections · 1 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Buccaneer Pirate Cruise

100 HARBOR BLVD SLIP 62, Destin

10 inspections · 1 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Riviera Creamery 2

4279 LEGENDARY DR UNIT J113, Destin

2 inspections · 1 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Cara's Cat Cafe

4507 FURLING LN STE 101, Destin

7 inspections · 1 violations · Last: Sep 2025

Saigon Spice

771 HARBOR BLVD STE 600, Destin

2 inspections · 0 violations · Last: Aug 2026

Panda Express

34898 EMERALD COAST PARKWAY, Destin

4 inspections · 0 violations · Last: Aug 2025

Sand Flea

775 GULFSHORE DR SOUTH SIDE SB, Destin

3 inspections · 0 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Deck at Destin Brewery

110 MELVIN ST, Destin

3 inspections · 0 violations · Last: Oct 2025

Ciao Italia Bistro

16055 EMERALD COAST PKWY UNIT 114, Destin

2 inspections · 0 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Sandos

36 TERRA COTTA WAY, Destin

2 inspections · 0 violations · Last: Feb 2026

East Pass Coffee Co

121 BENNING DR, Destin

6 inspections · 0 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Jeremiah's Italian Ice

15017 EMERALD COAST PKWY STE 255, Destin

2 inspections · 0 violations · Last: Aug 2026