Pensacola — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
Pensacola, Florida has 1052 food establishments with 10,551 inspections on record. 9 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 87.3%, above the state average of 86%. Inspections average 2 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Delicious Donuts in Pensacola, shut down April 29, 2026 for fly activity.
Largest fine: $800 assessed to Rio Bravo in Pensacola on July 17, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.
Most-Inspected Facilities
| Business | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Barra Del Taco | 48 | 175 | 5 |
| Captain D's | 39 | 163 | 3 |
| Fisherman's Corner Restaurant | 35 | 159 | 3 |
| Waldo's Chicken & Beer | 25 | 92 | 3 |
| Dwarf Chicken | 46 | 88 | 3 |
Pensacola Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Pensacola
87.3%
Pass Rate
87.3%
Florida Average
86%
Pass Rate
86%
Pensacola
2
Avg Violations / Inspection
2
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Pensacola
0.86
Closures per 100 Facilities
0.86
Florida Average
1.37
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.37
Pensacola Restaurants: Recent Closures (4)
| Date | Business | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Delicious Donuts | Fly activity | |
| Dwarf Chicken | Roach activity | |
| Fisherman's Corner Restaurant | Rodent activity | |
| Tokyo Japanese Steakhouse | Roach activity |
Pensacola Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Louisiana Crawfish & Seafood INC | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Coastal County Brewing Company | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Tokyo Japanese Steakhouse | 1 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Crazy Horse Cafe | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Rockys Bar | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Nelsons Liquor and Lounge | 3 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Chasers Liquor and Lounge | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Tokyo Japanese Steakhouse | 1 | Call Back - Extension given, pending | |
| Quality Inn | 12 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Staybridge Pensacola Suites | 4 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
Pensacola Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 29,806 |
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 24,635 |
| 03 | Employee health reporting | 24,271 |
| 35 | Single-use items | 15,509 |
| 53 | Outer openings protected | 15,349 |
Pensacola Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 17, 2025 | Rio Bravo | $800 | 6--2025046744 |
| May 14, 2025 | Dwarf Chicken | $800 | 6--2025031727 |
| Aug 14, 2025 | Zaxby's | $400 | 6--2025049022 |
| Sep 10, 2025 | Sky Zone Pensacola | $400 | 6--2025043442 |
| Jun 16, 2025 | Sky Zone Pensacola | $400 | 6--2025040146 |
| Sep 8, 2025 | Islander Food Shack | $400 | 6--2025054964 |
| Sep 17, 2025 | Wayback Burgers | $400 | 6--2025061142 |
| Aug 14, 2025 | Mama's Tacos | $400 | 6--2025031560 |
| Oct 29, 2025 | Mama's Tacos | $400 | 6--2025062359 |
| Oct 14, 2025 | Islander Food Shack | $400 | 6--2025068113 |
Pensacola Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 68 |
| Other fire safety violation | 36 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 21 |
| Missing boiler certificate/report | 11 |
| Fire alarm/smoke detector issue | 7 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 6 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 6 |
Pensacola 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. Pensacola has 445 FDACS-regulated facilities with 844 inspections on record and 215 stop-sale orders issued.
Pensacola 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.
| Date | Facility | Product | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aarna-distribution-420187 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc… | |
| Aarna-distribution-420187 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling Claims Comments: The product contains… | |
| Taste of Jerusalem LLC Pensacola | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro… | |
| Golden Smoke Shop LLC | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements | |
| Golden Smoke Shop LLC | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements | |
| Golden Smoke Shop LLC | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements | |
| Golden Smoke Shop LLC | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements | |
| Golden Smoke Shop LLC | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements | |
| Golden Smoke Shop LLC | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements | |
| Golden Smoke Shop LLC | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements |
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Pensacola FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations
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Pensacola Retail Food Chains (FDACS)
| Chain | Locations | Stop-Sale Orders | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dollar General | 21 | 57 | 2,871 |
| Circle K | 11 | 102 | 1,574 |
| Publix | 10 | 30 | 875 |
| Walgreens | 7 | 1 | 743 |
| Subway | 6 | 27 | 304 |
| CVS | 6 | 9 | 882 |
| Dollar Tree | 5 | 9 | 1,084 |
| Wawa | 5 | 14 | 430 |
Pensacola: Notable Restaurants
La Barra Del Taco
48 inspections
175 violations
5 closures
Captain D's
39 inspections
163 violations
3 closures
Fisherman's Corner Restaurant
35 inspections
159 violations
3 closures
Chow Tyme Grill & Buffet Restaurant
56 inspections
382 violations
Dwarf Chicken
46 inspections
88 violations
3 closures
Tokyo Japanese Steakhouse
34 inspections
131 violations
1 closures
Pensacola: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 18 | 453 | 0 |
| Waffle House | 16 | 678 | 0 |
| McDonalds | 14 | 497 | 0 |
| Burger King | 10 | 249 | 1 |
| Dominos | 9 | 116 | 0 |
| Whataburger | 8 | 185 | 0 |
| Popeyes | 8 | 164 | 0 |
| Dunkin | 6 | 220 | 0 |
| Sonic Drive-in | 6 | 368 | 0 |
| Taco Bell | 6 | 71 | 0 |
Pensacola Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Pensacola?
- Pensacola, Florida has 1052 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Pensacola?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Pensacola is 87.3%. The Florida state average is 86%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Pensacola this year?
- 9 food establishments in Pensacola have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in Pensacola?
- The most frequently cited violations in Pensacola are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Employee health reporting.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Pensacola?
- Subway has the most locations in Pensacola with 18 establishments.
- What was the most recent restaurant closure in Pensacola?
- Delicious Donuts in Pensacola was shut down on April 29, 2026 for fly activity.
- How does Pensacola compare to the Florida state average?
- Pensacola has a pass rate of 87.3%, which is 1.3 percentage points above the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 2 compared to the state average of 4.67.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Pensacola?
- Food establishments in Pensacola have an average of 10 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Pensacola been assessed?
- Food establishments in Pensacola have been assessed $111,440 in fines across 303 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $374 and the largest single fine was $1,600.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Pensacola restaurants?
- 155 fire safety violations have been documented across 88 food establishments in Pensacola. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
- Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Pensacola 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. Pensacola, Florida has 445 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 844 inspections on record.
- How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Pensacola?
- FDACS has issued 215 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Pensacola, including 2 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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Pensacola Restaurants & Food Establishments (1,034)
Sonic Drive-in 5504
10411 SORRENTO RD, Pensacola
15 inspections · 48 violations · Last: Nov 2025Chili`s Grill & Bar
529 W NINE MILE RD, Pensacola
24 inspections · 48 violations · Last: Apr 2026Phillys
3900 CREIGHTON RD STE 4, Pensacola
22 inspections · 48 violations · Last: Apr 2026Hardee's
7137 N 9 AVE, Pensacola
23 inspections · 47 violations · Last: Jan 2026New Hong Kong House
5912 N DAVIS HWY STE C, Pensacola
14 inspections · 46 violations · Last: Mar 2026Vallarta on Sorrento INC
10427 SORRENTO RD STE 106, Pensacola
25 inspections · 46 violations · Last: Feb 2026Quality Inn & Suites
7601 SCENIC HWY, Pensacola
15 inspections · 45 violations · Last: Mar 2026Sky's Pizza Pie
5559 N DAVIS HWY UNIT A, Pensacola
23 inspections · 45 violations · Last: Feb 2026Bonefish Grill
5025 N 12 AVE, Pensacola
23 inspections · 45 violations · Last: Jan 2026Subway Sandwiches & Salads
40 W NINE MILE RD UNIT D4, Pensacola
23 inspections · 45 violations · Last: Jul 2025Waffle House #1046
7329 NORTH DAVIS HWY., Pensacola
20 inspections · 45 violations · Last: Apr 2026Hungry Howies Pizza&subs #229
3230 W MICHIGAN AVE, Pensacola
15 inspections · 45 violations · Last: Feb 2026Chef Eddy's Thai Express
7700 W FAIRFIELD DR, Pensacola
22 inspections · 44 violations · Last: Mar 2026China Garden
32 S BLUE ANGEL PKWY, Pensacola
20 inspections · 44 violations · Last: Jan 2026Scenic Hills Country Club Fl
8891 BURNING TREE RD, Pensacola
20 inspections · 44 violations · Last: Apr 2026Wine Bar Pensacola
4970 BAYOU BLVD, Pensacola
13 inspections · 44 violations · Last: Nov 2025McDonalds 33365
13145 SORRENTO RD, Pensacola
14 inspections · 44 violations · Last: Nov 2025Point Restaurant
14340 INNERARITY POINT RD, Pensacola
22 inspections · 44 violations · Last: Mar 2026Waffle House #1698
6305 N 9 AVE, Pensacola
21 inspections · 44 violations · Last: Mar 2026McDonalds
2120 W FAIRFIELD DR, Pensacola
17 inspections · 44 violations · Last: Dec 2025