Big Mamas on the Bayou in Panama City

Last inspected:

620 W Beach Dr, Panama City, FL 32401
Overview

Big Mamas on the Bayou, a 152-seat restaurant in Panama City, has operated under significant compliance pressure. Across 24 inspections from January 2023 to April 2026, the facility accumulated 150 violations, averaging 6.3 per inspection—exceeding the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations recurred throughout the record, including employee health policy violations (cited in at least 4 inspections), food contact surface violations (appearing in 5 inspections), improper hand-washing (at least 3 times), and approved food source violations (at least 3 times). The March 31, 2026 inspection documented 18 violations including high-priority findings for employee health policy, allergen awareness, and food contact surfaces, resulting in an administrative complaint recommendation. The facility received a disciplinary action totaling $200 in fines. The most recent inspection on April 1, 2026 was a call back that resulted in compliance with no violations found.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

24Inspections
150Violations
0Closures
$200in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Big Mamas on the Bayou in Panama City: Comparison to Bay County Averages

This Facility 6.3 violations / inspection 6.3 violations per inspection
Bay County Avg 3.13 violations / inspection 3.13 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Bay County Avg 0.17 closures / facility 0.17 county average

Big Mamas on the Bayou in Panama City: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $200.00

Disciplinary action history for Big Mamas on the Bayou in Panama City
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
6--2019008656 $200.00 Feb 13, 2019 Miami (Doral)

Big Mamas on the Bayou in Panama City: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)

— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 2 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 6 inspections29 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 2 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Big Mamas on the Bayou in Panama City: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Big Mamas on the Bayou in Panama City last inspected?
Big Mamas on the Bayou in Panama City was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 1, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
What are the most common violations at Big Mamas on the Bayou in Panama City?
The most frequently cited violations at Big Mamas on the Bayou in Panama City are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Proper sewage disposal.
How many health inspections has Big Mamas on the Bayou in Panama City had?
Big Mamas on the Bayou in Panama City has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Big Mamas on the Bayou in Panama City find?
Big Mamas on the Bayou in Panama City was most recently inspected on April 1, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Big Mamas on the Bayou in Panama City ever been shut down?
No, Big Mamas on the Bayou in Panama City has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Big Mamas on the Bayou in Panama City faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Big Mamas on the Bayou in Panama City has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
How much has Big Mamas on the Bayou in Panama City been fined?
Big Mamas on the Bayou in Panama City has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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