Pita Fwb in Mary Esther

Last inspected:

180 Mary Esther Blvd, Mary Esther, FL 32569
Overview

PITA FWB, a 30-seat permanent food service establishment in Mary Esther, Okaloosa County, has 11 inspections on record spanning from 2022 to March 2026, with 22 total violations documented. The facility has not experienced emergency closures. The most recent inspection on March 3, 2026 was a focused inspection for sample collection with no violations cited. A September 2022 inspection documented 8 violations, including intermediate-priority violations for improper date marking on ready-to-eat dairy items (corrected on site), absence of written employee procedures for responding to vomit and diarrhea events, and a handwashing sink obstructed by equipment (corrected on site). The inspector issued a notice requiring the facility to obtain a current negative ice analysis for store-bagged ice within 30 days or face a stop-sale order on ice products. Overall, the facility's violation average of approximately 2.0 per inspection is below the Florida statewide average of 5.2.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

12Inspections
24Violations
0Closures
2FDACS Insp.

Last inspected DBPR:

Pita Fwb in Mary Esther: Comparison to Okaloosa County Averages

This Facility 2 violations / inspection 2 violations per inspection
Okaloosa County Avg 2.41 violations / inspection 2.41 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Okaloosa County Avg 0.1 closures / facility 0.1 county average

Pita Fwb in Mary Esther: Full Inspection History — DBPR (12)

— 2 inspections3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection0 violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

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

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Pita Fwb in Mary Esther: FDACS Inspection History (2)

Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.

— 1 inspection
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: TAMARA JOSEY, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: Focused Inspection - Sample Collection.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection
— Met Inspection Requirements· 8 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: TAMARA JOSEY

Comments: The establishment has 30 days to obtain a current and negative ice analysis on store bagged ice. If after 30 days no analysis has been obtained a stop sale will be placed on store bagged ice. Trainee present during inspection. All violations verified by primary inspector. The following hand out was provided: vomit and diarrhea clean up plan.

Risk-Based Violations

4-602.12 Food-contact surface of cooking or baking equipment not cleaned at least every 24 hours, or cavity or door seals of microwave oven not cleaned at least every 24 hours by using the manufacturer's recommended cleaning procedure. 4-602.12
Retail food service counter: Hot dog roller observed a heavy build up grease residue on sneeze guard. o
3-501.17(B) Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and packaged by a food processing plant not clearly marked, when opened onsite and held for more than 24 hours, to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed, sold, or discarded when held at 41°F or less for a maximum of 7 days; or the day the original container is opened onsite not counted as day 1. 3-501.17(B) PfPf
Retail food service counter: Grade A dairy coffee creamers observed no date marking. COS. Determined open date and date marked accordingly. x
2-501.11 Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 PfPf
Establishment has no written procedures in place. See comments. o Print Date: 9/16/2022 Page 1 of 3
5-205.11 Handwashing sink not maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use or is used for purposes other than handwashing, or an automatic handwashing facility not used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 5-205.11 PfPf
Back room: Observed various equipment in sink. COS. Equipment was removed from sink. x

Good Retail Practice Violations

213 Records of sampling and analyses of source water and finished product not maintained for a period of at least 2 years or not made available upon request. 5K-4.023(8)(f) F.A.C.
Ice vending: Observed no current ice analysis. See comment. o
3-305.11 Food not stored at least 6 inches above the floor; in a clean, dry location; or food stored where it is exposed to splash, dust or other contamination. 3-305.11
Back room: Observed boxes of cups stored on ground. o
5-501.15 Receptacles or waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables used with materials containing food residue and used outside not designed and constructed to have tight-fitting lids, doors, or covers; or not installed so that accumulation of debris, and insect and rodent attraction and harborage are minimized and effective cleaning is facilitated around and under the unit. 5-501.15
Dumpster area: Observed trash on ground around the dumpster. o
6-501.12 Physical facilities not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean, or cleaning not done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed such as after closing. 6-501.12
Walk in cooler: Observed trash and old spills under beverage shelving. Backroom: Observed soda syrup on floor. o INSPECTION: VENDED WATER/VENDED ICE Violation Number

Pita Fwb in Mary Esther: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pita Fwb in Mary Esther last inspected?
Pita Fwb in Mary Esther was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 6, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Pita Fwb in Mary Esther?
The most frequently cited violations at Pita Fwb in Mary Esther are: Consumer advisory, Clean multi-use utensils, Food contact surfaces.
How many health inspections has Pita Fwb in Mary Esther had?
Pita Fwb in Mary Esther has had 12 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Pita Fwb in Mary Esther find?
Pita Fwb in Mary Esther was most recently inspected on May 6, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Pita Fwb in Mary Esther ever been shut down?
No, Pita Fwb in Mary Esther has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
When was Pita Fwb in Mary Esther last inspected?
Pita Fwb in Mary Esther was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on March 10, 2025. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has Pita Fwb in Mary Esther had?
Pita Fwb in Mary Esther has 2 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Pita Fwb in Mary Esther find?
Pita Fwb in Mary Esther was most recently inspected by FDACS on March 10, 2025 (Focused Inspection).
Has Pita Fwb in Mary Esther had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Pita Fwb in Mary Esther has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Pita Fwb in Mary Esther?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Pita Fwb in Mary Esther are: 5-205.11: Handwashing sink not maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use or is used for purposes other than handwashing, or an automatic handwashing facility not used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 5-205.11 Pf; 4-602.12: Food-contact surface of cooking or baking equipment not cleaned at least every 24 hours, or cavity or door seals of microwave oven not cleaned at least every 24 hours by using the manufacturer's recommended cleaning procedure. 4-602.12; 3-501.17(B): Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and packaged by a food processing plant not clearly marked, when opened onsite and held for more than 24 hours, to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed, sold, or discarded when held at 41°F or less for a maximum of 7 days; or the day the original container is opened onsite not counted as day 1. 3-501.17(B) Pf.

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