Dee's Hangout in Panama City Beach
Last inspected:
527 N Richard Jackson Blvd, Panama City Beach, FL 32407Dee's Hangout, a 240-seat restaurant in Panama City Beach, has been emergency-closed twice for pest activity: on October 22, 2024 for rodent and fly activity, and on August 3, 2023 for roach and rodent activity. The facility has accumulated 148 violations across 27 inspections, averaging 5.5 violations per inspection — slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been persistent, particularly management awareness failures, chemical storage violations, and employee health policy issues, which appeared repeatedly across recent inspections between 2023 and 2026. The facility has also incurred $1,200 in disciplinary fines and a fire safety violation in 2021 involving a portable fire extinguisher with a gauge in the red zone. Most recent inspections on October 16, 2025 and March 4, 2026 were both completed with no further action, though each documented multiple violations. A callback inspection on October 23, 2024 confirmed compliance after the August 2023 closure.
Most recent closure: October 22, 2024 for rodent & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Dee's Hangout in Panama City Beach: Comparison to Bay County Averages
Dee's Hangout in Panama City Beach: Emergency Closure History (2)
Dee's Hangout in Panama City Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2024061245 | $800.00 | Oct 22, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 6--2023044053 | $400.00 | Aug 3, 2023 | Tampa |
Dee's Hangout in Panama City Beach: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Dee's Hangout in Panama City Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 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
Dee's Hangout in Panama City Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Dee's Hangout in Panama City Beach last inspected?
- Dee's Hangout in Panama City Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 4, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Dee's Hangout in Panama City Beach last shut down?
- Dee's Hangout in Panama City Beach was last shut down on October 22, 2024 for rodent & fly 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 Dee's Hangout in Panama City Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Dee's Hangout in Panama City Beach are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Dee's Hangout in Panama City Beach had?
- Dee's Hangout in Panama City Beach has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Dee's Hangout in Panama City Beach find?
- Dee's Hangout in Panama City Beach was most recently inspected on March 4, 2026 with 9 violation(s), including 4 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Dee's Hangout in Panama City Beach ever been shut down?
- Yes, Dee's Hangout in Panama City Beach has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- Has Dee's Hangout in Panama City Beach had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Dee's Hangout in Panama City Beach has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Dee's Hangout in Panama City Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Dee's Hangout in Panama City Beach has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,200.00 in fines.
- How much has Dee's Hangout in Panama City Beach been fined?
- Dee's Hangout in Panama City Beach has been fined a total of $1,200.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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