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)
Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville
76 HARBOR BLVD, Destin
24 inspections · 58 violations · Last: Feb 2026Louisiana Lagniappe- Destin
775 GULF SHORE DR, Destin
18 inspections · 58 violations · Last: Apr 2026Calypso Cafe
570 SCENIC GULF DR, Destin
21 inspections · 58 violations · Last: Apr 2026Fish on
791 HARBOR BLVD, Destin
25 inspections · 57 violations · Last: Jan 2026Waffle House #1346
154 REGIONS WAY, Destin
24 inspections · 57 violations · Last: Feb 2026Bonefish Grill
4477 COMMONS DR E #105, Destin
23 inspections · 56 violations · Last: Apr 2026Brian's Boardwalk Grill
104 HARBOR BLVD APT C, Destin
25 inspections · 56 violations · Last: Jan 2026Waffle House #662
1067 EAST HWY. 98, Destin
28 inspections · 56 violations · Last: Feb 2026Caribbean Reggae Grille
14071 EMERALD COAST PKWY STE D, Destin
23 inspections · 54 violations · Last: Apr 2026Ruth's Chris Steak House #7396
15000 EMERALD COAST PARKWAY, Destin
21 inspections · 52 violations · Last: May 2026Rock N Roll Sushi Destin
4421 COMMONS DR E STE B 108, Destin
21 inspections · 52 violations · Last: Feb 2026Redbrick Pizza Kitchen Cafe
4144 LEGENDARY DR STE B107, Destin
16 inspections · 51 violations · Last: Nov 2025Burrito Del Sol
517 HARBOR BLVD, Destin
26 inspections · 50 violations · Last: Feb 2026Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville Cafe 2nd Floor
76 HARBOR BLVD, Destin
21 inspections · 49 violations · Last: Apr 2026Jester Mardi Gras Daiquiris
32 HARBOR BLVD STE 106, Destin
16 inspections · 48 violations · Last: Feb 2026Blue Dunes Grill
9011 E HWY 98, Destin
14 inspections · 48 violations · Last: Aug 2025Indian Bayou Golf & Ctry Club
1 COUNTRY CLUB DR, Destin
25 inspections · 46 violations · Last: Apr 2026Bric a Brac
824 HWY 98 E, Destin
26 inspections · 46 violations · Last: Apr 2026Domo Izakaya
753 HARBOR BLVD, Destin
10 inspections · 45 violations · Last: Apr 2026Merlin's Pizza
1251 AIRPORT RD, Destin
17 inspections · 44 violations · Last: Oct 2025