Cracker Barrel in Destin

Last inspected:

34930 Emerald Coast Pkwy, Destin, FL 32541

Part of: Cracker Barrel Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Cracker Barrel #479 in Destin has been inspected 21 times since 2022, accumulating 97 violations — an average of 4.6 per inspection, slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. One disciplinary action resulted in $160 in fines. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. High-priority violations have appeared sporadically across the record, including food contact surface violations (cited in at least 5 inspections), management awareness issues, employee health reporting, and time-as-control violations. The most recent inspection on February 23, 2026 documented 8 violations including one high-priority food contact surface violation and was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

21Inspections
97Violations
0Closures
$160in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Cracker Barrel in Destin: Comparison to Okaloosa County Averages

This Facility 4.6 violations / inspection 4.6 violations per inspection
Okaloosa County Avg 2.41 violations / inspection 2.41 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Okaloosa County Avg 0.1 closures / facility 0.1 county average

Cracker Barrel in Destin: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $160.00

Disciplinary action history for Cracker Barrel #479 in Destin
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
6--2014052335 $160.00 Nov 25, 2014 Miami (Doral)

Cracker Barrel in Destin: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)

— 1 inspection4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections2 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 2 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 4 inspections18 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Cracker Barrel in Destin: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cracker Barrel in Destin last inspected?
Cracker Barrel #479 in Destin was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 23, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Cracker Barrel in Destin?
The most frequently cited violations at Cracker Barrel #479 in Destin are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory.
How many health inspections has Cracker Barrel in Destin had?
Cracker Barrel #479 in Destin has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.6 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Cracker Barrel in Destin find?
Cracker Barrel #479 in Destin was most recently inspected on February 23, 2026 with 5 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Cracker Barrel in Destin ever been shut down?
No, Cracker Barrel #479 in Destin has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?
Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
Has Cracker Barrel in Destin faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Cracker Barrel #479 in Destin has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
How much has Cracker Barrel in Destin been fined?
Cracker Barrel #479 in Destin has been fined a total of $160.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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