Panama City — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Panama City Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Panama City Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

Panama City Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Panama City Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

Panama City Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

Panama City Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records

In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Panama City has 200 FDACS-regulated facilities with 420 inspections on record and 364 stop-sale orders issued.

Panama City FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders

A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.

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Panama City FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

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Panama City Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

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Panama City: Notable Restaurants

Panama City: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

Panama City Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Panama City?

Panama City, Florida has 416 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).

What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Panama City?

The current pass rate for food establishments in Panama City is 89%. The Florida state average is 86%.

How many restaurants were shut down in Panama City this year?

5 food establishments in Panama City have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.

What are the most common health violations in Panama City?

The most frequently cited violations in Panama City are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Clean multi-use utensils.

Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Panama City?

Subway has the most locations in Panama City with 5 establishments.

How does Panama City compare to the Florida state average?

Panama City has a pass rate of 89%, which is 3 percentage points above the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 3.1 compared to the state average of 4.67.

How often are restaurants inspected in Panama City?

Food establishments in Panama City have an average of 9.1 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.

How much in fines have restaurants in Panama City been assessed?

Food establishments in Panama City have been assessed $56,505 in fines across 152 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $379 and the largest single fine was $1,200.

How many fire safety violations have been found in Panama City restaurants?

62 fire safety violations have been documented across 39 food establishments in Panama City. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.

Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Panama City inspected?

Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Panama City, Florida has 200 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 420 inspections on record.

How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Panama City?

FDACS has issued 364 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Panama City, including 54 in 2026. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.

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