Destin — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Destin, Florida has 244 food establishments with 3,822 inspections on record. 1 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 92%, above the state average of 85.9%. Inspections average 3.1 violations per visit.

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

Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated June 2026.

244Facilities
3,821Total Inspections
1Closures 2026
92%Pass Rate
3.1Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
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 92% Pass Rate 92%
Florida Average 85.9% Pass Rate 85.9%
Destin 3.1 Avg Violations / Inspection 3.1
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Destin 0.41 Closures per 100 Facilities 0.41
Florida Average 1.35 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.35

Destin Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Bombs Away Bay 2 (1 high) Warning Issued
Dewey Destin's Harborside Seafood Restaurant 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Boathouse Oyster Bar 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Brian's Boardwalk Grill 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Bombs Away Bay 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Blue Iguana Taco Bar and Cantina 5 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Destin Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Destin Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

109Actions on Record
$39,677Total Fines
$364Avg Fine
$2,800Largest Fine
59Facilities 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
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

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
Cooking without hood suppression 2
Exit blocked or locked 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.

48Retail Facilities
88FDACS Inspections
3Stop-Sale Orders
2Orders in 2026

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.

DateFacilityProductReason
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)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
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

All Florida retail food chains →

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Destin: Notable Restaurants

Destin: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Subway 3 74 1
Waffle House 2 113 0
Whataburger 2 64 0
McDonalds 2 169 1
Chick-fil-a 1 1 0
Cracker Barrel 1 97 0
Firehouse Subs 1 70 0
Hooters 1 181 2
Longhorn Steakhouse 1 59 0
Panda Express 1 0 0

Destin Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Destin?
Destin, Florida has 244 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 85.9%.
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 6.1 percentage points above the state average of 85.9%. The average violations per inspection is 3.1 compared to the state average of 4.66.
How often are restaurants inspected in Destin?
Food establishments in Destin have an average of 15.7 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 $39,677 in fines across 109 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $364 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.

In the News Destin

Destin Restaurants & Food Establishments (237)

Red Onion

529 HARBOR BLVD STE 101, Destin

21 inspections · 59 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville

76 HARBOR BLVD, Destin

24 inspections · 58 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Louisiana Lagniappe- Destin

775 GULF SHORE DR, Destin

18 inspections · 58 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Calypso Cafe

570 SCENIC GULF DR, Destin

21 inspections · 58 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Waffle House #1346

154 REGIONS WAY, Destin

24 inspections · 57 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Bonefish Grill

4477 COMMONS DR E #105, Destin

23 inspections · 56 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Brian's Boardwalk Grill

104 HARBOR BLVD APT C, Destin

26 inspections · 56 violations · Last: May 2026

Waffle House #662

1067 EAST HWY. 98, Destin

28 inspections · 56 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Caribbean Reggae Grille

14071 EMERALD COAST PKWY STE D, Destin

23 inspections · 54 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Ruth's Chris Steak House #7396

15000 EMERALD COAST PARKWAY, Destin

21 inspections · 52 violations · Last: May 2026

Rock N Roll Sushi Destin

4421 COMMONS DR E STE B 108, Destin

21 inspections · 52 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Redbrick Pizza Kitchen Cafe

4144 LEGENDARY DR STE B107, Destin

16 inspections · 51 violations · Last: Nov 2025

Burrito Del Sol

517 HARBOR BLVD, Destin

26 inspections · 50 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville Cafe 2nd Floor

76 HARBOR BLVD, Destin

21 inspections · 49 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Jester Mardi Gras Daiquiris

32 HARBOR BLVD STE 106, Destin

16 inspections · 48 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Blue Dunes Grill

9011 E HWY 98, Destin

14 inspections · 48 violations · Last: Aug 2025

Indian Bayou Golf & Ctry Club

1 COUNTRY CLUB DR, Destin

25 inspections · 46 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Bric a Brac

824 HWY 98 E, Destin

26 inspections · 46 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Domo Izakaya

753 HARBOR BLVD, Destin

10 inspections · 45 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Merlin's Pizza

1251 AIRPORT RD, Destin

17 inspections · 44 violations · Last: Oct 2025