Istanbulfoodlovers LLC in Fort Walton Beach

Last inspected:

550 Mary Ester Cut Off Nw Ste 13, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
Overview

Istanbul Food Lovers in Fort Walton Beach has accumulated 82 violations across 30 inspections since 2016, averaging 2.7 per visit. The facility was shut down three times for roach activity and roach and fly activity. In 2025, inspectors issued an emergency order in August for high-priority violations, returned the next day with an extension pending, and issued another emergency order in November before the facility came into compliance. The most frequently cited violations involve proper hand and arm washing, consumer advisories, and single-use items.

Most recent closure: November 12, 2025 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

30Inspections
82Violations
3Closures
$1,200in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Istanbulfoodlovers LLC in Fort Walton Beach: Comparison to Okaloosa County Averages

This Facility 2.7 violations / inspection 2.7 violations per inspection
Okaloosa County Avg 2.41 violations / inspection 2.41 county average
This Facility 3 emergency closures 3 closures
Okaloosa County Avg 0.1 closures / facility 0.1 county average

Istanbulfoodlovers LLC in Fort Walton Beach: Emergency Closure History (3)

Emergency closure history for Istanbulfoodlovers LLC in Fort Walton Beach
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 11:43:00
Roach & fly activity 10:02:00
Roach activity 10:18:00

Istanbulfoodlovers LLC in Fort Walton Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)

Total fines on record: $1,200.00

Disciplinary action history for Istanbulfoodlovers LLC in Fort Walton Beach
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
6--2025062331 $400.00 Aug 14, 2025 Tampa
6--2025083239 $400.00 Nov 12, 2025 Tampa
6--2022055960 $400.00 Nov 16, 2022 Miami (Doral)

Istanbulfoodlovers LLC in Fort Walton Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)

— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 9 inspections18 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency order recommended

Intermediate Violations

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

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Emergency order recommended

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 7 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Partial· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority 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· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— 3 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— 3 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Istanbulfoodlovers LLC in Fort Walton Beach: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Istanbulfoodlovers LLC in Fort Walton Beach last inspected?
Istanbulfoodlovers LLC in Fort Walton Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 12, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Istanbulfoodlovers LLC in Fort Walton Beach last shut down?
Istanbulfoodlovers LLC in Fort Walton Beach was last shut down on November 12, 2025 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 Istanbulfoodlovers LLC in Fort Walton Beach?
The most frequently cited violations at Istanbulfoodlovers LLC in Fort Walton Beach are: Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces.
How many health inspections has Istanbulfoodlovers LLC in Fort Walton Beach had?
Istanbulfoodlovers LLC in Fort Walton Beach has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.7 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Istanbulfoodlovers LLC in Fort Walton Beach find?
Istanbulfoodlovers LLC in Fort Walton Beach was most recently inspected on January 12, 2026 with 3 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Istanbulfoodlovers LLC in Fort Walton Beach ever been shut down?
Yes, Istanbulfoodlovers LLC in Fort Walton Beach has been emergency-closed 3 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
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 V32 (Proper sanitizing) mean?
Violation 32 (Proper sanitizing) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/32.
What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
Has Istanbulfoodlovers LLC in Fort Walton Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Istanbulfoodlovers LLC in Fort Walton Beach has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,200.00 in fines.
How much has Istanbulfoodlovers LLC in Fort Walton Beach been fined?
Istanbulfoodlovers LLC in Fort Walton Beach has been fined a total of $1,200.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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