Escambia County — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
Escambia County, Florida has 757 food establishments with 11,788 inspections on record. 10 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 87.5%, above the state average of 86%. Inspections average 2 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Delicious Donuts in Pensacola, shut down April 29, 2026 for fly activity.
Largest fine: $800 assessed to Dwarf Chicken in Pensacola on May 14, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.
Most-Inspected Facilities
| Business | City | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Barra Del Taco | Pensacola | 48 | 175 | 5 |
| Captain D's | Pensacola | 39 | 163 | 3 |
| Fisherman's Corner Restaurant | Pensacola | 35 | 159 | 3 |
| Waldo's Chicken & Beer | Pensacola | 25 | 92 | 3 |
| Dwarf Chicken | Pensacola | 46 | 88 | 3 |
Escambia County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Escambia County
87.5%
Pass Rate
87.5%
Florida Average
86%
Pass Rate
86%
Escambia County
2
Avg Violations / Inspection
2
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Escambia County
1.32
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.32
Florida Average
1.37
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.37
Escambia County Restaurants: Recent Closures (4)
| Date | Business | City | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delicious Donuts | Pensacola | Fly activity | |
| Dwarf Chicken | Pensacola | Roach activity | |
| Fisherman's Corner Restaurant | Pensacola | Rodent activity | |
| Tokyo Japanese Steakhouse | Pensacola | Roach activity |
Escambia County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dynamic Food Service | Cantonment | 3 (3 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Louisiana Crawfish & Seafood INC | Pensacola | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Coastal County Brewing Company | Pensacola | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Tokyo Japanese Steakhouse | Pensacola | 1 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Crazy Horse Cafe | Pensacola | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Rockys Bar | Pensacola | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Nelsons Liquor and Lounge | Pensacola | 3 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Chasers Liquor and Lounge | Pensacola | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Tokyo Japanese Steakhouse | Pensacola | 1 | Call Back - Extension given, pending | |
| Quality Inn | Pensacola | 12 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
Escambia County Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 31,289 |
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 27,350 |
| 03 | Employee health reporting | 26,242 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 17,319 |
| 53 | Outer openings protected | 16,588 |
Escambia County Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 14, 2025 | Dwarf Chicken | $800 | 6--2025031727 |
| Jul 17, 2025 | Rio Bravo | $800 | 6--2025046744 |
| Sep 8, 2025 | Islander Food Shack | $400 | 6--2025054964 |
| Oct 14, 2025 | Islander Food Shack | $400 | 6--2025068113 |
| Sep 17, 2025 | Wayback Burgers | $400 | 6--2025061142 |
| Feb 2, 2026 | University Pines | $400 | 6--2026001573 |
| Oct 6, 2025 | Sabine Sandbar Sunset Bar and Grill | $400 | 6--2025054986 |
| Jun 16, 2025 | Sky Zone Pensacola | $400 | 6--2025040146 |
| Aug 14, 2025 | Zaxby's | $400 | 6--2025049022 |
| Mar 3, 2026 | Crab Trap | $400 | 6--2025083219 |
Escambia County Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 69 |
| Other fire safety violation | 39 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 21 |
| Missing boiler certificate/report | 11 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 7 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 7 |
| Fire alarm/smoke detector issue | 7 |
Escambia County Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records
In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Escambia County has 83 FDACS-regulated facilities with 188 inspections on record and 37 stop-sale orders issued.
Escambia County FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders
A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.
| Date | Facility | City | Product | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ajs-seafood-chicken-and-grill-c-mfd2750645 | Pensacola | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | 581.217(3)(f), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190., F.S.* Controlled Substance | |
| Ajs-seafood-chicken-and-grill-c-mfd2750645 | Pensacola | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | 581.217(3)(f), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190., F.S.* Controlled Substance | |
| Ajs-seafood-chicken-and-grill-c-mfd2750645 | Pensacola | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | 581.217(3)(f), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190., F.S.* Controlled Substance | |
| Ajs-seafood-chicken-and-grill-c-mfd2750645 | Pensacola | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | 581.217(3)(f), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190., F.S.* Controlled Substance | |
| Faye-babys-kitchen-mfd2750676 | Pensacola | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Fo… | |
| Food-giant-600-establishment-12421-12421 | Century | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Time/Temperature Control for Sa… | |
| Country Fresh Cafe Establishment #: 367786 | Cantonment | — (Flying Horse) | FS 581.217 Distribution and Retail Sale of Hemp Extract. * Attractive to Childre… | |
| Country Fresh Cafe Establishment #: 367786 | Cantonment | — (Flying Horse) | FS 581.217 Distribution and Retail Sale of Hemp Extract. * Attractive to Childre… | |
| Country Fresh Cafe Establishment #: 367786 | Cantonment | — (Flying Horse) | FS 581.217 Distribution and Retail Sale of Hemp Extract. * Attractive to Childre… | |
| Country Fresh Cafe Establishment #: 367786 | Cantonment | — (Flying Horse) | FS 581.217 Distribution and Retail Sale of Hemp Extract. * Attractive to Childre… |
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Escambia County FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations
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Escambia County Retail Food Chains (FDACS)
| Chain | Locations | Stop-Sale Orders | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dollar General | 10 | 57 | 2,871 |
| Subway | 8 | 27 | 304 |
| Family Dollar | 2 | 316 | 950 |
| CVS | 2 | 9 | 882 |
| Sarku Japan | 1 | 0 | 8 |
| Dominos | 1 | 20 | 89 |
| Jersey Mikes | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Escambia County: Notable Restaurants
La Barra Del Taco
48 inspections
175 violations
5 closures
Captain D's
39 inspections
163 violations
3 closures
Fisherman's Corner Restaurant
35 inspections
159 violations
3 closures
Chow Tyme Grill & Buffet Restaurant
56 inspections
382 violations
Dwarf Chicken
46 inspections
88 violations
3 closures
Tokyo Japanese Steakhouse
34 inspections
131 violations
1 closures
Escambia County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 20 | 501 | 1 |
| Waffle House | 17 | 702 | 0 |
| McDonalds | 15 | 542 | 0 |
| Burger King | 11 | 265 | 1 |
| Dominos | 10 | 156 | 0 |
| Whataburger | 10 | 224 | 0 |
| Popeyes | 8 | 164 | 0 |
| Holiday Inn | 7 | 171 | 0 |
| Wendys | 7 | 218 | 0 |
| Firehouse Subs | 6 | 143 | 0 |
Escambia County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Escambia County?
- Escambia County, Florida has 757 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Escambia County?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Escambia County is 87.5%. The Florida state average is 86%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Escambia County this year?
- 10 food establishments in Escambia County have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in Escambia County?
- The most frequently cited violations in Escambia County are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Employee health reporting.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Escambia County?
- Subway has the most locations in Escambia County with 20 establishments.
- What was the most recent restaurant closure in Escambia County?
- Delicious Donuts in Pensacola was shut down on April 29, 2026 for fly activity.
- How does Escambia County compare to the Florida state average?
- Escambia County has a pass rate of 87.5%, which is 1.5 percentage points above the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 2 compared to the state average of 4.67.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Escambia County?
- Food establishments in Escambia County have an average of 15.6 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Escambia County been assessed?
- Food establishments in Escambia County have been assessed $87,680 in fines across 247 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $362 and the largest single fine was $1,040.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Escambia County restaurants?
- 161 fire safety violations have been documented across 93 food establishments in Escambia County. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
- Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Escambia County inspected?
- Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Escambia County, Florida has 83 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 188 inspections on record.
- How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Escambia County?
- FDACS has issued 37 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Escambia County. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.
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Escambia County Restaurants & Food Establishments (738)
Hooters Restaurant 1 closure
400 QUIETWATER BEACH RD, Pensacola Beach
23 inspections · 33 violations · Last: Feb 2026Thai Curry House 1 closure
8200 US 98, Pensacola
19 inspections · 32 violations · Last: Jan 2026Subway Sandwiches & Salads 1 closure
1550 S HWY 29, Cantonment
18 inspections · 25 violations · Last: Jul 2025Jersey Mikes Subs 1 closure
2150 W NINE MILE RD, Pensacola
19 inspections · 19 violations · Last: Jul 2025Delicious Donuts 1 closure
702 GULF BEACH HWY, Pensacola
7 inspections · 15 violations · Last: Apr 2026Adonna's Garden St Cafe and Bakery 1 closure
811 W GARDEN ST, Pensacola
18 inspections · 9 violations · Last: Apr 2026Tacos El Fluffy 1 closure
707 N PACE BLVD UNIT B, Pensacola
7 inspections · 5 violations · Last: Oct 2025Chow Tyme Grill & Buffet Restaurant
6841 N 9 AVE, Pensacola
56 inspections · 382 violations · Last: May 2026Sushi Masa
4731 BAYOU BLVD, Pensacola
39 inspections · 256 violations · Last: Dec 2025Pho Golden
7156 N DAVIS HWY, Pensacola
29 inspections · 200 violations · Last: Oct 2025Crab's
6 CASINO BEACH BLVD, Gulf Breeze
36 inspections · 184 violations · Last: Mar 2026Fish House
600 S BARRACKS ST, Pensacola
36 inspections · 170 violations · Last: Dec 2025Flora Bama Ole River Grill
17400 PERDIDO KEY DR, Pensacola
34 inspections · 169 violations · Last: Mar 2026El Gordos Mexican Grill
8183 FAIRFIELD DR, Pensacola
28 inspections · 165 violations · Last: Mar 20265 Sisters Blues Cafe
421 W BELMONT ST, Pensacola
27 inspections · 159 violations · Last: Mar 2026Hardee's #1499
8001 PENSACOLA BLVD, Pensacola
33 inspections · 154 violations · Last: Apr 2026Steak 'n Shake
2057 AIRPORT BLVD, Pensacola
28 inspections · 148 violations · Last: Jan 2026Cj S Kitchen and Grille
2100 W GARDEN ST, Pensacola
31 inspections · 140 violations · Last: Mar 2026Uncle Jiang
8952 PENSACOLA BLVD, Pensacola
25 inspections · 133 violations · Last: Jan 2026Cafe Bistro
39 VIA DE LUNA DR, Pensacola Beach
30 inspections · 131 violations · Last: Mar 2026