Whales Tail Beach Grill in Destin

Last inspected:

1373 E Hwy 98, Destin, FL 32550
Overview

Whales Tail Beach Grill in Destin has logged 29 inspections since 2016 with 194 total violations, averaging 6.7 violations per inspection—nearly 30 percent above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed. Handwashing violations appeared in at least 8 inspections, and employee health reporting violations were cited in 4 consecutive inspections between August 2025 and April 2025, indicating a systemic compliance gap in staff illness protocols. The facility received one disciplinary action resulting in a $200 fine. The most recent inspection on March 16, 2026 identified 21 violations—high-priority findings for proper hand and arm washing, consumer advisory, proper cooking temperatures, and food contact surfaces—and was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

29Inspections
194Violations
0Closures
$200in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Whales Tail Beach Grill in Destin: Comparison to Walton County Averages

This Facility 6.7 violations / inspection 6.7 violations per inspection
Walton County Avg 3.19 violations / inspection 3.19 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Walton County Avg 0.09 closures / facility 0.09 county average

Whales Tail Beach Grill in Destin: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $200.00

Disciplinary action history for Whales Tail Beach Grill in Destin
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
6--2022000741 $200.00 Dec 20, 2021 Fort Lauderdale

Whales Tail Beach Grill in Destin: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)

— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 3 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections16 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 7 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Warning Issued

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Partial· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections15 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection8 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Whales Tail Beach Grill in Destin: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Whales Tail Beach Grill in Destin last inspected?
Whales Tail Beach Grill in Destin was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 16, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Whales Tail Beach Grill in Destin?
The most frequently cited violations at Whales Tail Beach Grill in Destin are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils.
How many health inspections has Whales Tail Beach Grill in Destin had?
Whales Tail Beach Grill in Destin has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Whales Tail Beach Grill in Destin find?
Whales Tail Beach Grill in Destin was most recently inspected on March 16, 2026 with 9 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Whales Tail Beach Grill in Destin ever been shut down?
No, Whales Tail Beach Grill 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 V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
Has Whales Tail Beach Grill in Destin faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Whales Tail Beach Grill in Destin has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
How much has Whales Tail Beach Grill in Destin been fined?
Whales Tail Beach Grill in Destin has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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