Sabine Sandbar Sunset Bar and Grill in Pensacola Beach

Last inspected:

715 Pensacola Beach Blvd, Pensacola Beach, FL 32561
Overview

Sabine Sandbar Sunset Bar and Grill in Pensacola Beach has accumulated 134 violations across 29 inspections since 2016, averaging 4.6 per visit. The facility was shut down once for rodent activity in July 2025. Recent enforcement shows a pattern of repeated callbacks: inspectors issued warnings in September 2025 and again in January 2026, with emergency orders recommended both times. The facility has faced one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines, with recurring violations centered on outer openings, utensil sanitation, and management awareness.

Most recent closure: July 1, 2025 for rodent activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

29Inspections
134Violations
1Closures
$400in Fines
3FDACS Insp.

Last inspected DBPR:

Sabine Sandbar Sunset Bar and Grill in Pensacola Beach: Comparison to Escambia County Averages

This Facility 4.6 violations / inspection 4.6 violations per inspection
Escambia County Avg 2 violations / inspection 2 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Escambia County Avg 0.17 closures / facility 0.17 county average

Sabine Sandbar Sunset Bar and Grill in Pensacola Beach: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Sabine Sandbar Sunset Bar and Grill in Pensacola Beach
DateReasonReopened
Rodent activity 11:51:00

Sabine Sandbar Sunset Bar and Grill in Pensacola Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Sabine Sandbar Sunset Bar and Grill in Pensacola Beach
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
6--2025054986 $400.00 Jul 1, 2025 Fort Lauderdale

Sabine Sandbar Sunset Bar and Grill in Pensacola Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)

— 2 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 5 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections10 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 5 inspections40 violations · 27 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

— 4 inspections7 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 3 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

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

High Priority Violations

— 4 inspections15 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

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

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Sabine Sandbar Sunset Bar and Grill in Pensacola Beach: FDACS Inspection History (3)

Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.

— 3 inspections
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: MARIA JOHNSON, OPS REGULATORY PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Comments: Conducted routine offsite inspection. Lab results provided.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: MARIA JOHNSON, OPS REGULATORY PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Comments: Conducted Routine Offsite Inspection. Lab results provided.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: MARIA JOHNSON, OPS REGULATORY PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Comments: Conducted Routine Offsite Inspection. Lab results provided.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

Sabine Sandbar Sunset Bar and Grill in Pensacola Beach: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sabine Sandbar Sunset Bar and Grill in Pensacola Beach last inspected?
Sabine Sandbar Sunset Bar and Grill in Pensacola Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 9, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
When was Sabine Sandbar Sunset Bar and Grill in Pensacola Beach last shut down?
Sabine Sandbar Sunset Bar and Grill in Pensacola Beach was last shut down on July 1, 2025 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 Sabine Sandbar Sunset Bar and Grill in Pensacola Beach?
The most frequently cited violations at Sabine Sandbar Sunset Bar and Grill in Pensacola Beach are: Outer openings protected, Clean multi-use utensils, Management awareness.
How many health inspections has Sabine Sandbar Sunset Bar and Grill in Pensacola Beach had?
Sabine Sandbar Sunset Bar and Grill in Pensacola Beach has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.6 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Sabine Sandbar Sunset Bar and Grill in Pensacola Beach find?
Sabine Sandbar Sunset Bar and Grill in Pensacola Beach was most recently inspected on January 9, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Sabine Sandbar Sunset Bar and Grill in Pensacola Beach ever been shut down?
Yes, Sabine Sandbar Sunset Bar and Grill in Pensacola Beach has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
Has Sabine Sandbar Sunset Bar and Grill in Pensacola Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Sabine Sandbar Sunset Bar and Grill in Pensacola Beach has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Sabine Sandbar Sunset Bar and Grill in Pensacola Beach been fined?
Sabine Sandbar Sunset Bar and Grill in Pensacola Beach has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
When was Sabine Sandbar Sunset Bar and Grill in Pensacola Beach last inspected?
Sabine Sandbar Sunset Bar and Grill in Pensacola Beach was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on December 11, 2025. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has Sabine Sandbar Sunset Bar and Grill in Pensacola Beach had?
Sabine Sandbar Sunset Bar and Grill in Pensacola Beach has 3 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Sabine Sandbar Sunset Bar and Grill in Pensacola Beach find?
Sabine Sandbar Sunset Bar and Grill in Pensacola Beach was most recently inspected by FDACS on December 11, 2025 (Focused Inspection).
Has Sabine Sandbar Sunset Bar and Grill in Pensacola Beach had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Sabine Sandbar Sunset Bar and Grill in Pensacola Beach has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.

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