Pompano Joe's - Destin in Destin
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2237 Scenic Gulf Hwy, Destin, FL 32550Pompano Joe's in Destin has had 24 inspections on record since 2016, documenting 124 violations with an average of 5.2 violations per inspection, consistent with the statewide average. The facility has not experienced emergency closures. A disciplinary action in $800 total fines was issued. The facility shows a concerning recent pattern: a December 17, 2025 inspection documented 33 violations including two high-priority findings for management awareness and approved food source, resulting in a Warning Issued disposition, though a callback inspection on December 19, 2025 found no violations and achieved Call Back - Complied status. Earlier complaint-driven inspections in 2024 and early 2025 identified high-priority violations for employee health reporting and time as control. The most recent inspection on December 19, 2025 achieved Call Back - Complied.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Pompano Joe's - Destin in Destin: Comparison to Walton County Averages
Pompano Joe's - Destin in Destin: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2015024488 | $800.00 | Apr 23, 2015 | Orlando |
Pompano Joe's - Destin in Destin: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections17 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 6 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Pompano Joe's - Destin in Destin: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Pompano Joe's - Destin in Destin last inspected?
- Pompano Joe's - Destin in Destin was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 21, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Pompano Joe's - Destin in Destin?
- The most frequently cited violations at Pompano Joe's - Destin in Destin are: Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils, Time as control.
- How many health inspections has Pompano Joe's - Destin in Destin had?
- Pompano Joe's - Destin in Destin has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.2 violations per inspection, matching the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Pompano Joe's - Destin in Destin find?
- Pompano Joe's - Destin in Destin was most recently inspected on April 21, 2026 with 6 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Pompano Joe's - Destin in Destin ever been shut down?
- No, Pompano Joe's - Destin in Destin has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 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 V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- Has Pompano Joe's - Destin in Destin faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Pompano Joe's - Destin in Destin has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has Pompano Joe's - Destin in Destin been fined?
- Pompano Joe's - Destin in Destin has been fined a total of $800.00 across 1 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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