Holmes County — Food Safety Records
Holmes County, Florida has 18 food establishments with 322 inspections on record. The pass rate is 94.4%, above the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 2.7 violations per visit.
Largest fine: $160 assessed to Cancuns Mexican Grill of Bonifay INC in Bonifay on September 8, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated August 2026.
Holmes County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Holmes County
94.4%
Pass Rate
94.4%
Florida Average
85.7%
Pass Rate
85.7%
Holmes County
2.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
2.7
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Holmes County
0
Closures per 100 Facilities
0
Florida Average
2.02
Closures per 100 Facilities
2.02
Holmes County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holiday Inn Express and Suites | Bonifay | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| McDonald`s | Ponce De Leon | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
Holmes County Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 1,232 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 742 |
| 25 | Allergen awareness | 736 |
| 53 | Outer openings protected | 502 |
| 02 | Employee health policy | 494 |
Holmes County Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 8, 2025 | Cancuns Mexican Grill of Bonifay INC | $160 | 6--2025056851 |
Holmes County: Notable Restaurants
Fiore Indian Cuisine
7 inspections
15 violations
1 closures
Castaway Seafood
33 inspections
73 violations
Waffle House #942
31 inspections
139 violations
El Chingon Mexican Grill
30 inspections
122 violations
Holiday Inn Express and Suites
14 inspections
14 violations
McDonald`s
2 inspections
1 violations
Holmes County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds | 2 | 40 | 0 |
| Burger King | 1 | 101 | 0 |
| Pizza Hut | 1 | 77 | 0 |
| Hungry Howies | 1 | 58 | 0 |
| Waffle House | 1 | 139 | 0 |
| Holiday Inn | 1 | 14 | 0 |
| Subway | 1 | 23 | 0 |
Holmes County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Holmes County?
- Holmes County, Florida has 18 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Holmes County?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Holmes County is 94.4%. The Florida state average is 85.7%.
- What are the most common health violations in Holmes County?
- The most frequently cited violations in Holmes County are: Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils, Allergen awareness.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Holmes County?
- McDonalds has the most locations in Holmes County with 2 establishments.
- How does Holmes County compare to the Florida state average?
- Holmes County has a pass rate of 94.4%, which is 8.7 percentage points above the state average of 85.7%. The average violations per inspection is 2.7 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Holmes County?
- Food establishments in Holmes County have an average of 17.9 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Holmes County been assessed?
- Food establishments in Holmes County have been assessed $1,080 in fines across 5 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $216 and the largest single fine was $400.
Holmes County Restaurants & Food Establishments (18)
Fiore Indian Cuisine 1 closure
609 US 90 UNIT A, Bonifay
7 inspections · 15 violations · Last: May 2025Cancuns Mexican Grill of Bonifay INC
1721 S WAUKESHA ST, Bonifay
30 inspections · 149 violations · Last: Mar 2026Waffle House #942
15 SON IN LAW RD, Bonifay
31 inspections · 139 violations · Last: Mar 2026El Chingon Mexican Grill
1995 S WAUKESHA ST, Bonifay
30 inspections · 122 violations · Last: Mar 2026Burger King
2024 S WAUKESHA ST, Bonifay
17 inspections · 101 violations · Last: Mar 2026Holiday Restaurant of Bonifay LLC
116 US-90, Bonifay
20 inspections · 79 violations · Last: Mar 2026Pizza Hut 2053
2117 S WAUKESHA ST, Bonifay
17 inspections · 77 violations · Last: Mar 2026Castaway Seafood
407 ST JOHNS ROAD, Bonifay
33 inspections · 73 violations · Last: Mar 2026Hungry Howies
1816 S WAUKESHA ST, Bonifay
19 inspections · 58 violations · Last: Jan 2026McDonald's
2010 S WAUKESHA ST, Bonifay
16 inspections · 39 violations · Last: Mar 2026Friendly Ice Cream Shop
1024 N HWY 79, Bonifay
13 inspections · 25 violations · Last: Jan 2026M & W Smokehouse Barbecue
60 SON IN LAW RD, Bonifay
12 inspections · 24 violations · Last: Mar 2026Subway
1820 S WAUKESHA ST, Bonifay
15 inspections · 23 violations · Last: Jan 2026Dogwood Lakes Golf Course
1934 COUNTRY CLUB DR, Bonifay
17 inspections · 19 violations · Last: Feb 2026Zoeeys Deja Brew
305 E NORTH AVE, Bonifay
16 inspections · 19 violations · Last: Mar 2026Fresh Grounds Coffee House INC
609 W HWY 90 UNIT B, Bonifay
13 inspections · 14 violations · Last: Mar 2026Holiday Inn Express and Suites
115 WASHINGTON DR, Bonifay
14 inspections · 14 violations · Last: Aug 2026McDonald`s
2923 N HWY 81, Ponce De Leon
2 inspections · 1 violations · Last: Aug 2026