Runaway Island Bar and Grill in Panama City Beach
Last inspected:
14521 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32413Runaway Island Bar and Grill in Panama City Beach has accumulated 208 violations across 34 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.1 per visit. The facility was shut down once for rodent activity in August 2022 and faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $600 in fines. Fire safety inspectors documented 3 violations, all involving portable fire extinguishers in the red zone. The establishment's top recurring violations involve proper ventilation, clean multi-use utensils, and approved food sources.
Most recent closure: August 3, 2022 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Runaway Island Bar and Grill in Panama City Beach: Comparison to Bay County Averages
This Facility
6.1
violations / inspection
6.1 violations per inspection
Bay County Avg
3.13
violations / inspection
3.13 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Bay County Avg
0.17
closures / facility
0.17 county average
Runaway Island Bar and Grill in Panama City Beach: Emergency Closure History (1)
Runaway Island Bar and Grill in Panama City Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2022037768 | $400.00 | Aug 3, 2022 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 6--2019037508 | $200.00 | Jul 17, 2019 | Fort Lauderdale |
Runaway Island Bar and Grill in Panama City Beach: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Extinguisher by dish pit in recharge zone.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 45-02-4 · Emergency order recommended
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. K class in recharge zone closest to mop sink.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Runaway Island Bar and Grill in Panama City Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (34)
— 4 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections14 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections19 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections23 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 10 inspections53 violations · 29 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 18 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Runaway Island Bar and Grill in Panama City Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Runaway Island Bar and Grill in Panama City Beach last inspected?
- Runaway Island Bar and Grill in Panama City Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 22, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Runaway Island Bar and Grill in Panama City Beach last shut down?
- Runaway Island Bar and Grill in Panama City Beach was last shut down on August 3, 2022 for rodent 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 Runaway Island Bar and Grill in Panama City Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Runaway Island Bar and Grill in Panama City Beach are: Proper ventilation, Clean multi-use utensils, Approved food source.
- How many health inspections has Runaway Island Bar and Grill in Panama City Beach had?
- Runaway Island Bar and Grill in Panama City Beach has had 34 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Runaway Island Bar and Grill in Panama City Beach find?
- Runaway Island Bar and Grill in Panama City Beach was most recently inspected on August 22, 2025 with 5 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Runaway Island Bar and Grill in Panama City Beach ever been shut down?
- Yes, Runaway Island Bar and Grill in Panama City Beach has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- Has Runaway Island Bar and Grill in Panama City Beach had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Runaway Island Bar and Grill in Panama City Beach has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Runaway Island Bar and Grill in Panama City Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Runaway Island Bar and Grill in Panama City Beach has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has Runaway Island Bar and Grill in Panama City Beach been fined?
- Runaway Island Bar and Grill in Panama City Beach has been fined a total of $600.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Runaway Island Bar and Grill in Panama City Beach operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Runaway Island Bar & Grill (2022-2023).
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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.
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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