How many health inspections has FLIP FLOPS had?

FLIP FLOPS has had 26 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has FLIP FLOPS ever been shut down?

No, FLIP FLOPS has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at FLIP FLOPS?

The most frequently cited violations at FLIP FLOPS are: Single-use items, Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation.

What does Florida violation V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?

DETECTION FAILURE: Inadequate lighting prevents employees from identifying food contamination, insect presence, dirt on equipment, and other safety hazards. Studies show food safety violations increase 60% in poorly lit areas. Employees cannot see evidence of pest activity, mold growth, or food spoilage. Poor lighting also increases injury risk from cuts and burns. Provide adequate lighting: 50 foot-candles at food preparation surfaces and where employee safety is important, 20 foot-candles in handwashing areas, equipment and utensil storage, and at buffet service, 10 foot-candles in walk-in coolers, dry storage, and during cleaning. Use shatter-resistant bulbs or light shields in food areas.

What does Florida violation V51 (Premises clean) mean?

OVERALL SANITATION: Premises not clean or in disrepair indicate systemic food safety management failure. Unsanitary conditions support pest populations, bacterial growth, and cross-contamination. Dirty facilities correlate with higher rates of critical violations. A facility's general cleanliness is the strongest predictor of its food safety performance. Maintain entire premises in clean and sanitary condition. Develop and implement cleaning schedule covering all areas. Clean as you go during operations. Deep clean regularly. Remove unnecessary items and clutter. Maintain exterior areas to prevent pest attraction. Address all maintenance needs promptly.

FLIP FLOPS

4114 JAN COOLEY DR, Panama City Beach, FL 32408

Bay County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: BLUEGREEN BAYSIDE RESORT & SPA CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION INC · License: SEA1305733

FLIP FLOPS in Panama City Beach, FL has 26 inspections on record with 82 total violations (3.2 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

26Inspections

82Violations

0Closures

Data current as of June 16, 2025

Inspection History (26)

Jun 16, 2025 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V51 Premises clean

Oct 15, 2024 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Oct 14, 2024 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

Mar 18, 2024 — Complaint Partial· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Feb 9, 2024 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Sep 6, 2023 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Aug 25, 2023 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Aug 17, 2023 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Aug 10, 2023 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Aug 9, 2023 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Basic Violations

V45 Floor maintenance

V50 Adequate lighting

Jul 26, 2022 — Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 25, 2022 — Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Jul 22, 2022 — Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Jul 21, 2022 — Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Mar 4, 2022 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Mar 3, 2022 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V09 No contamination

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 18, 2021 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Aug 17, 2021 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Feb 24, 2021 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 18, 2020 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

May 21, 2020 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Oct 22, 2019 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V06 Handwashing facilities

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Apr 12, 2018 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Apr 11, 2018 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V42 Equipment condition

Oct 10, 2017 — Complaint Full· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V06 Handwashing facilities

V10 Approved food source

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

V42 Equipment condition

Jan 10, 2017 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

How Does This Facility Compare?

FLIP FLOPS has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Bay County average of 0.12 closures per facility. It has averaged 3.2 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 2.17.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has FLIP FLOPS had?: FLIP FLOPS has had 26 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has FLIP FLOPS ever been shut down?: No, FLIP FLOPS has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at FLIP FLOPS?: The most frequently cited violations at FLIP FLOPS are: Single-use items, Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation.

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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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