How many health inspections has SLOW WAKE COFFEE & DONUTS had?

SLOW WAKE COFFEE & DONUTS has had 19 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has SLOW WAKE COFFEE & DONUTS ever been shut down?

No, SLOW WAKE COFFEE & DONUTS has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at SLOW WAKE COFFEE & DONUTS?

The most frequently cited violations at SLOW WAKE COFFEE & DONUTS are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Proper sewage disposal.

What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?

AIR QUALITY: Inadequate ventilation allows accumulation of grease-laden vapors, carbon monoxide, smoke, steam, and odors. Grease deposits on surfaces attract pests and create fire hazards. Poor ventilation promotes mold growth, which produces allergenic spores and mycotoxins. Carbon monoxide from gas equipment causes headaches, dizziness, and can be fatal at high levels. Provide adequate mechanical ventilation to remove cooking fumes, smoke, steam, and odors. Maintain hood systems with clean filters — degrease monthly. Ensure adequate makeup air to prevent negative pressure. Provide sufficient lighting: 50 foot-candles at food preparation surfaces, 20 foot-candles in equipment/utensil areas, 10 foot-candles in walk-ins and storage.

What does Florida violation V42 (Equipment condition) mean?

EQUIPMENT HAZARD: Equipment in poor repair harbors bacteria in cracks, chips, and corroded areas that cannot be effectively cleaned or sanitized. Frayed gaskets allow temperature loss. Malfunctioning equipment may not maintain safe temperatures. Sharp edges from damaged equipment cause injury risk. Peeling coatings can contaminate food with paint or metal flakes. Maintain all equipment in good repair: smooth, non-absorbent, easily cleanable surfaces. Replace or repair: cracked/chipped surfaces, corroded equipment, worn gaskets, malfunctioning temperature controls. Equipment must be NSF-certified or equivalent. Conduct regular equipment maintenance and document repairs. Replace equipment that cannot be restored to safe condition.

SLOW WAKE COFFEE & DONUTS

573 SANTA ROSA BLVD, Ft Walton Beach, FL 32548

Okaloosa County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: BEACHMARK INN INC · License: SEA5603416

SLOW WAKE COFFEE & DONUTS in Ft Walton Beach, FL has 19 inspections on record with 83 total violations (4.4 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

19Inspections

83Violations

0Closures

Data current as of April 1, 2025

Inspection History (19)

Apr 1, 2025 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V42 Equipment condition

Nov 4, 2024 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

V22 Consumer advisory

V27 Correct procedures

Mar 11, 2024 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Aug 29, 2023 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V51 Premises clean

Mar 3, 2023 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V06 Handwashing facilities

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Jul 28, 2022 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Mar 15, 2022 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Jul 26, 2021 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Jul 23, 2021 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Feb 18, 2021 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

Oct 5, 2020 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Nov 13, 2019 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

Jul 23, 2019 — Routine - Food· 14 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Apr 3, 2019 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Mar 12, 2019 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Feb 1, 2019 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 31, 2019 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jun 18, 2018 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Jul 29, 2016 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

How Does This Facility Compare?

SLOW WAKE COFFEE & DONUTS has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Okaloosa County average of 0.08 closures per facility. It has averaged 4.4 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 1.85.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has SLOW WAKE COFFEE & DONUTS had?: SLOW WAKE COFFEE & DONUTS has had 19 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has SLOW WAKE COFFEE & DONUTS ever been shut down?: No, SLOW WAKE COFFEE & DONUTS has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at SLOW WAKE COFFEE & DONUTS?: The most frequently cited violations at SLOW WAKE COFFEE & DONUTS are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Proper sewage disposal.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

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).

Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.

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