Boathouse Oyster Bar in Destin
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288 B Harbor Blvd, Destin, FL 32541Boathouse Oyster Bar in Destin has been emergency-closed once, on February 16, 2022, for rodent activity. Across 37 inspections from 2018 to present, the facility has accumulated 90 violations, averaging 2.4 per inspection—well below the statewide average of 5.2. The establishment has been subject to 2 disciplinary actions totaling $560 in fines. High-priority violations have clustered around employee health reporting, handwashing facilities, food contact surface sanitation, and shellfish handling requirements. A fire safety violation involving a portable fire extinguisher in the red zone was documented on July 18, 2018. The most recent inspection on December 16, 2025 found 6 violations including multiple high-priority employee health reporting and food contact surface violations, resulting in a Warning Issued; a follow-up inspection on December 17, 2025 found no violations and was marked Call Back - Complied.
Most recent closure: February 16, 2022 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Boathouse Oyster Bar in Destin: Comparison to Okaloosa County Averages
Boathouse Oyster Bar in Destin: Emergency Closure History (1)
Boathouse Oyster Bar in Destin: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $560.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2022008657 | $400.00 | Feb 16, 2022 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 6--2019021383 | $160.00 | Jul 18, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
Boathouse Oyster Bar in Destin: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Boathouse Oyster Bar in Destin: Full Inspection History — DBPR (37)
— 3 inspections2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 4 inspections10 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— 7 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections3 violations · 1 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Warning Issued
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections16 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Administrative complaint recommended
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Boathouse Oyster Bar in Destin: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Boathouse Oyster Bar in Destin last inspected?
- Boathouse Oyster Bar in Destin was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 17, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Boathouse Oyster Bar in Destin last shut down?
- Boathouse Oyster Bar in Destin was last shut down on February 16, 2022 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Boathouse Oyster Bar in Destin?
- The most frequently cited violations at Boathouse Oyster Bar in Destin are: Employee health reporting, Clean multi-use utensils, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Boathouse Oyster Bar in Destin had?
- Boathouse Oyster Bar in Destin has had 37 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Boathouse Oyster Bar in Destin find?
- Boathouse Oyster Bar in Destin was most recently inspected on December 17, 2025 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Boathouse Oyster Bar in Destin ever been shut down?
- Yes, Boathouse Oyster Bar in Destin has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- Has Boathouse Oyster Bar in Destin had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Boathouse Oyster Bar in Destin has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Boathouse Oyster Bar in Destin faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Boathouse Oyster Bar in Destin has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $560.00 in fines.
- How much has Boathouse Oyster Bar in Destin been fined?
- Boathouse Oyster Bar in Destin has been fined a total of $560.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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