Empanola in Destin

Last inspected:

4618 Opa Locka Ln Unit B, Destin, FL 32541
Overview

Empanola in Destin averaged 3.9 violations per inspection across 8 inspections between October 2022 and December 2025, below the statewide average of 5.2 per inspection. Handwashing and proper cooking temperatures were recurring violations, cited in at least three separate inspections. A fire safety violation was documented on October 21, 2022, for cooking equipment with potential to produce grease laden vapors with no hood suppression system. The facility has not been emergency-closed. The most recent inspection on December 10, 2025 was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

8Inspections
31Violations
0Closures
1Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Empanola in Destin: Comparison to Okaloosa County Averages

This Facility 3.9 violations / inspection 3.9 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

Empanola in Destin: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Food-Licensing Inspection · 45-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Cooking equipment present with the potential of producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Destin Fire Control District notified No cooking observed at time of the licensing inspection Flat top grill and open flame stove top observed No hood system with fire suppression in place. Exhaust fan in place.

Empanola in Destin: Full Inspection History — DBPR (8)

— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 4 inspections13 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections8 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection2 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

Empanola in Destin: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Empanola in Destin last inspected?
Empanola in Destin was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 10, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Empanola in Destin?
The most frequently cited violations at Empanola in Destin are: Outer openings protected, Clean multi-use utensils, Adequate lighting.
How many health inspections has Empanola in Destin had?
Empanola in Destin has had 8 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Empanola in Destin find?
Empanola in Destin was most recently inspected on December 10, 2025 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Empanola in Destin ever been shut down?
No, Empanola in Destin has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Empanola in Destin had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Empanola in Destin has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Empanola in Destin operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: Delicias & Bakery La Monarca (2022).

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