Sandbar Seafood House & Deli in Panama City Beach

Last inspected:

275 S Highway 79, Panama City Beach, FL 32413
Overview

Sandbar Seafood House & Deli in Panama City Beach has accumulated 366 violations across 64 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.7 per visit. The facility was shut down four times for roach and rodent activity. Recent enforcement shows a pattern of repeated violations: between October 2022 and October 2025, inspectors issued warnings or emergency orders at least seven times, with callbacks required to verify compliance. The restaurant has faced 9 disciplinary actions totaling $6,700 in fines, with the largest single penalty reaching $1,500.

Most recent closure: March 13, 2024 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

65Inspections
373Violations
4Closures
$6,700in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Sandbar Seafood House & Deli in Panama City Beach: Comparison to Bay County Averages

This Facility 5.7 violations / inspection 5.7 violations per inspection
Bay County Avg 3.13 violations / inspection 3.13 county average
This Facility 4 emergency closures 4 closures
Bay County Avg 0.17 closures / facility 0.17 county average

Sandbar Seafood House & Deli in Panama City Beach: Emergency Closure History (4)

Emergency closure history for Sandbar Seafood House & Deli in Panama City Beach
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 14:25:00
Rodent activity 09:26:00
Roach activity 16:31:00
Roach & rodent activity 10:30:00

Sandbar Seafood House & Deli in Panama City Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (9)

Total fines on record: $6,700.00

Disciplinary action history for Sandbar Seafood House & Deli in Panama City Beach
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
6--2024015963 Mar 13, 2024 Miami (Doral)
6--2022052812 $1,500.00 Oct 6, 2022 Miami (Doral)
6--2022030840 $1,500.00 Jun 20, 2022 Miami (Doral)
6--2021035577 $1,500.00 Jul 26, 2021 Fort Lauderdale
6--2020050105 $800.00 Oct 21, 2020 Fort Lauderdale
6--2019042631 $800.00 Aug 8, 2019 Miami (Doral)
6--2019044440 $200.00 Aug 26, 2019 Miami (Doral)
6--2018040442 $400.00 Jul 30, 2018 Fort Lauderdale
6--2022036681 N/A

Sandbar Seafood House & Deli in Panama City Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (65)

— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections27 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 14 inspections33 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Administrative complaint recommended

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 6 inspections23 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 7 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 6 inspections34 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 4 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 12 inspections71 violations · 36 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections19 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 6 inspections26 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 12 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

Sandbar Seafood House & Deli in Panama City Beach: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sandbar Seafood House & Deli in Panama City Beach last inspected?
Sandbar Seafood House & Deli in Panama City Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 9, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Sandbar Seafood House & Deli in Panama City Beach last shut down?
Sandbar Seafood House & Deli in Panama City Beach was last shut down on March 13, 2024 for roach 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 Sandbar Seafood House & Deli in Panama City Beach?
The most frequently cited violations at Sandbar Seafood House & Deli in Panama City Beach are: Single-use items, Proper hand/arm washing, Proper cooling equipment.
How many health inspections has Sandbar Seafood House & Deli in Panama City Beach had?
Sandbar Seafood House & Deli in Panama City Beach has had 65 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Sandbar Seafood House & Deli in Panama City Beach find?
Sandbar Seafood House & Deli in Panama City Beach was most recently inspected on April 9, 2026 with 7 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Sandbar Seafood House & Deli in Panama City Beach ever been shut down?
Yes, Sandbar Seafood House & Deli in Panama City Beach has been emergency-closed 4 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
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 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 V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?
Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.
Has Sandbar Seafood House & Deli in Panama City Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Sandbar Seafood House & Deli in Panama City Beach has 9 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $6,700.00 in fines.
How much has Sandbar Seafood House & Deli in Panama City Beach been fined?
Sandbar Seafood House & Deli in Panama City Beach has been fined a total of $6,700.00 across 9 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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