Sharkys Beachfront Restaurant in Panama City Beach
Last inspected:
15201 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32413Sharky's Beachfront Restaurant in Panama City Beach has accumulated 193 violations across 37 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.2 violations per visit. The facility was shut down once for rodent activity. The most frequently cited violations involve proper hand and arm washing, shell stock requirements, and food contact surface sanitation. Recent inspections show continued compliance challenges, with 11 violations recorded in August 2025 and an administrative complaint recommended in September 2025.
Most recent closure: November 7, 2016 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Sharkys Beachfront Restaurant in Panama City Beach: Comparison to Bay County Averages
This Facility
5.3
violations / inspection
5.3 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
Sharkys Beachfront Restaurant in Panama City Beach: Emergency Closure History (1)
Sharkys Beachfront Restaurant in Panama City Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2025068130 | $400.00 | Sep 5, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 6--2016052669 | $400.00 | Nov 7, 2016 | Tampa |
Sharkys Beachfront Restaurant in Panama City Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (38)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections18 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections13 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— 7 inspections15 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections27 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Sharkys Beachfront Restaurant in Panama City Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Sharkys Beachfront Restaurant in Panama City Beach last inspected?
- Sharkys Beachfront Restaurant in Panama City Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 7, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Sharkys Beachfront Restaurant in Panama City Beach last shut down?
- Sharkys Beachfront Restaurant in Panama City Beach was last shut down on November 7, 2016 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 Sharkys Beachfront Restaurant in Panama City Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Sharkys Beachfront Restaurant in Panama City Beach are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Shell stock requirements.
- How many health inspections has Sharkys Beachfront Restaurant in Panama City Beach had?
- Sharkys Beachfront Restaurant in Panama City Beach has had 38 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Sharkys Beachfront Restaurant in Panama City Beach find?
- Sharkys Beachfront Restaurant in Panama City Beach was most recently inspected on April 7, 2026 with 7 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Sharkys Beachfront Restaurant in Panama City Beach ever been shut down?
- Yes, Sharkys Beachfront Restaurant 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 V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- Has Sharkys Beachfront Restaurant in Panama City Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Sharkys Beachfront Restaurant in Panama City Beach has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has Sharkys Beachfront Restaurant in Panama City Beach been fined?
- Sharkys Beachfront Restaurant in Panama City Beach has been fined a total of $800.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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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