Fort Walton Beach — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Fort Walton Beach, Florida has 232 food establishments with 2,991 inspections on record. 2 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 92.8%, above the state average of 86.2%. Inspections average 2.5 violations per visit.

Largest fine: $400 assessed to Istanbulfoodlovers LLC in Fort Walton Beach on December 11, 2025.

Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated April 2026.

232Facilities
2,991Inspections
2Closures 2026
92.8%Pass Rate
2.5Avg Violations
55FDACS Retail
960Stop-Sale Orders

Fort Walton Beach Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Fort Walton Beach 92.8% Pass Rate 92.8%
Florida Average 86.2% Pass Rate 86.2%
Fort Walton Beach 2.5 Avg Violations / Inspection 2.5
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Fort Walton Beach 0.86 Closures per 100 Facilities 0.86
Florida Average 1.46 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.46

Fort Walton Beach Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Taco Bell 42121 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Island Grill 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Mi Gente Taqueria 0 Call Back - Complied
Okinawa Japanese Steakhouse 1 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Jimmy John's 3452 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Ihop 36-245 3 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Thai Hut Garden LLC 2 (1 high) Warning Issued
Thai Chef 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Stewby's Seafood Shanty 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Pineapple Express Hawaiian Grill 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Fort Walton Beach Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

CodeViolationCitations
53 Outer openings protected 176
08 Proper hand/arm washing 140
22 Consumer advisory 128
36 Proper ventilation 109
14 Food contact surfaces 106

Fort Walton Beach Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

49Actions on Record
$19,760Total Fines
$403Avg Fine
$2,500Largest Fine
37Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Dec 11, 2025 Istanbulfoodlovers LLC $400 6--2025083239
Dec 22, 2025 Istanbulfoodlovers LLC $400 6--2025062331
Jun 25, 2025 Five Guys Burgers & Fries $320 6--2025012967
Sep 24, 2025 Robinson`s Cruse Thru $200 6--2025056821

Fort Walton Beach Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

30Fire Violations
17Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Missing boiler certificate/report 9
Fire extinguisher in red zone 7
Other fire safety violation 7
Cooking without hood suppression 4
Propane tank stored inside building 2
Sprinkler system issue 1

Fort Walton Beach 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. Fort Walton Beach has 55 FDACS-regulated facilities with 106 inspections on record and 960 stop-sale orders issued.

55Retail Facilities
106FDACS Inspections
960Stop-Sale Orders
860Orders in 2026

Fort Walton Beach 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.

DateFacilityProductReason
Boardwalk-vapes-410155 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc…
Boardwalk-vapes-410155 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc…
Boardwalk-vapes-410155 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc…
Boardwalk-vapes-410155 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc…
Boardwalk-vapes-410155 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments: Print Date:…
Boardwalk-vapes-410155 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments:
Boardwalk-vapes-410155 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments: Print Date:…
Boardwalk-vapes-410155 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments:
Boardwalk-vapes-410155 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments: Print Date:…
Boardwalk-vapes-410155 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments:

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Fort Walton Beach FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

CodeViolationCitations
2-501.11 Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when 12
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair 5
6-301.11 Handwashing sink or group of 2 adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with hand 3
5-205.15(B) Plumbing system not maintained in good repair 3
6-301.14 Sign or poster notifying food employees to wash their hands not provided at all 2

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Fort Walton Beach Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
Starbucks 2 77 1,180
Dollar Tree 1 9 1,110
Sams Club 1 23 284
Walgreens 1 1 743
Bimbo Bakeries 1 0 2
Publix 1 53 1,789

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Fort Walton Beach: Notable Restaurants

Istanbulfoodlovers LLC

Fort Walton Beach · Most Closures

30 inspections 82 violations 3 closures

Mary's Kitchen

Fort Walton Beach · Most Closures

34 inspections 198 violations 2 closures

Fubar

Fort Walton Beach · Most Closures

41 inspections 275 violations 1 closures

Pho Eva

Fort Walton Beach · Most Inspected

39 inspections 160 violations 1 closures

Taco Bell 42121

Fort Walton Beach · Recently Inspected

18 inspections 27 violations

Island Grill

Fort Walton Beach · Recently Inspected

19 inspections 19 violations

Fort Walton Beach: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Whataburger 3 115 0
Holiday Inn 3 126 0
Dunkin 2 92 0
Hilton 2 102 0
Firehouse Subs 2 45 0
McDonalds 2 82 0
Tropical Smoothie 2 94 0
Taco Bell 2 70 0
Tijuana Flats 1 51 0
Zaxbys 1 38 0

Fort Walton Beach Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Fort Walton Beach?
Fort Walton Beach, Florida has 232 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Fort Walton Beach?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Fort Walton Beach is 92.8%. The Florida state average is 86.2%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Fort Walton Beach this year?
2 food establishments in Fort Walton Beach have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
What are the most common health violations in Fort Walton Beach?
The most frequently cited violations in Fort Walton Beach are: Outer openings protected, Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Fort Walton Beach?
Whataburger has the most locations in Fort Walton Beach with 3 establishments.
How does Fort Walton Beach compare to the Florida state average?
Fort Walton Beach has a pass rate of 92.8%, which is 6.6 percentage points above the state average of 86.2%. The average violations per inspection is 2.5 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in Fort Walton Beach?
Food establishments in Fort Walton Beach have an average of 12.9 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Fort Walton Beach been assessed?
Food establishments in Fort Walton Beach have been assessed $19,760 in fines across 49 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $403 and the largest single fine was $2,500.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Fort Walton Beach restaurants?
30 fire safety violations have been documented across 17 food establishments in Fort Walton Beach. The most common issue is missing boiler certificate/report.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Fort Walton Beach 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. Fort Walton Beach, Florida has 55 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 106 inspections on record.
How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Fort Walton Beach?
FDACS has issued 960 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Fort Walton Beach, including 860 in 2026. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.

Fort Walton Beach Restaurants & Food Establishments (225)

Boardwalk Vapes FDACS Retail

208 Mary Esther Blvd. Suite 1, Fort Walton Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Shop - Hemp

Pristine Gas FDACS Retail

191 Eglin Pkwy NE, Fort Walton Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS

Holiday Inn Express and Suites at Fort Walton Beach

300 LIBERTY LN NW, Fort Walton Beach

2 inspections · 0 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Boatana Signature LLC. FDACS Retail

1783 Old Ranch RD, Fort Walton Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor

Healthy Coast Meals FDACS Retail

350 Eglin Pkwy NE, Fort Walton Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Other Perishable Processing

Tom Thumb # 0058 FDACS Retail

1209 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS

Cloud City Vaporium FDACS Retail

550 Mary Esther Cut Off NW Unit 9, Fort Walton Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Shop - Hemp

Dollar Tree # 3577 FDACS Retail

224a Eglin Pkwy NE, Fort Walton Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with Perishables

Merken

125 EGLIN PKWY SE, Fort Walton Beach

3 inspections · 0 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Midnight Vape & Cigar FDACS Retail

527 Mary Esther Cut Off NW Ste, Fort Walton Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Shop - Hemp

Ocean City Nutrition FDACS Retail

107 South Ave, Fort Walton Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Health Food Store w/FS

Burke's Orient Express FDACS Retail

437c Mary Esther Cut Off NW, Fort Walton Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Food Shops

Emerald Cove Gourmet Products FDACS Retail

121 HARRELSON ST, Fort Walton Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Dry Storage

Sura Sang Korean BBQ

201 FERRY RD SE, Fort Walton Beach

6 inspections · 0 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Mnf Distribution LLC FDACS Retail

27 Rickey Ave Unit 4-5, Fort Walton Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Dry Storage

Walgreens # 5582 FDACS Retail

825 Beal Pkwy NW, Fort Walton Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with Perishables

Publix # 0383 FDACS Retail

421 MARY ESTHER CUT OFF NW, Fort Walton Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Supermarket

Green Acres Food Max FDACS Retail

443 Green Acres RD, Fort Walton Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice

Maxfit Sports Nutrition FDACS Retail

99 Eglin Pkwy NE Ste 16, Fort Walton Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Health Food Store

Culinary Catering 365 Mobile FDACS Retail

421 Racetrack RD NE, Fort Walton Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor