Hooters of Destin in Destin
Last inspected:
15015 Emerald Coast Pkwy, Destin, FL 32541Part of: Hooters Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Hooters of Destin, a 200-seat permanent food service establishment in Okaloosa County, has experienced significant compliance challenges. The facility was emergency-closed twice in 2021 for roach activity. Across 37 inspections dating to at least 2016, the facility accumulated 181 violations—averaging 4.9 per inspection, near the statewide average of 5.2—and received 3 disciplinary actions totaling $800 in fines. Handwashing violations and chemical storage violations emerged as recurring high-priority findings, appearing across multiple inspections in 2024 and 2025. The most recent inspection on August 6, 2025 documented 20 violations including high-priority violations for handwashing procedures, chemical storage, food contact surfaces, and consumer advisory failures, yet was closed with no further action required. A complaint inspection on July 22, 2025 issued a warning after documenting 14 violations including handwashing and food source violations.
Most recent closure: November 2, 2021 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Hooters of Destin in Destin: Comparison to Okaloosa County Averages
Hooters of Destin in Destin: Emergency Closure History (2)
Hooters of Destin in Destin: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2022003739 | $200.00 | Jan 12, 2022 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 6--2021045910 | $400.00 | Sep 24, 2021 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 6--2021056985 | $200.00 | Dec 6, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Hooters of Destin in Destin: Full Inspection History — DBPR (37)
— 4 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections27 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 12 inspections27 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 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.
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Hooters of Destin in Destin: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Hooters of Destin in Destin last inspected?
- Hooters of Destin in Destin was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 6, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Hooters of Destin in Destin last shut down?
- Hooters of Destin in Destin was last shut down on November 2, 2021 for roach 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 Hooters of Destin in Destin?
- The most frequently cited violations at Hooters of Destin in Destin are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Single-use items.
- How many health inspections has Hooters of Destin in Destin had?
- Hooters of Destin in Destin has had 37 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Hooters of Destin in Destin find?
- Hooters of Destin in Destin was most recently inspected on August 6, 2025 with 17 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Hooters of Destin in Destin ever been shut down?
- Yes, Hooters of Destin in Destin has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?
- Violation 05 (Handwashing procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/05.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- Has Hooters of Destin in Destin faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Hooters of Destin in Destin has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has Hooters of Destin in Destin been fined?
- Hooters of Destin in Destin has been fined a total of $800.00 across 3 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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