Santa Rosa County — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
Santa Rosa County, Florida has 846 food establishments with 4,418 inspections on record. 5 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 87.6%, above the state average of 86%. Inspections average 2.2 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Cisco's in Milton, shut down March 10, 2026 for roach activity.
Largest fine: $1,200 assessed to Oops Alley in Milton on February 9, 2026.
Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.
Most-Inspected Facilities
| Business | City | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cisco's | Milton | 35 | 147 | 4 |
| Churchs Chicken | Milton | 33 | 120 | 3 |
| Oops Alley | Milton | 33 | 115 | 3 |
| Burger King #1618 | Milton | 42 | 112 | 3 |
| Peking House | Navarre | 26 | 109 | 2 |
Santa Rosa County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Santa Rosa County
87.6%
Pass Rate
87.6%
Florida Average
86%
Pass Rate
86%
Santa Rosa County
2.2
Avg Violations / Inspection
2.2
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Santa Rosa County
0.59
Closures per 100 Facilities
0.59
Florida Average
1.37
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.37
Santa Rosa County Restaurants: Recent Closures (1)
| Date | Business | City | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cisco's | Milton | Roach activity |
Santa Rosa County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johnny Huston's Grille & Bar | Navarre | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Ace's Restaurant | Milton | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Ye Olde Brothers Brewery | Navarre | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Fire and Food | Milton | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Wasabi House | Pace | 1 (1 high) | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended | |
| Nims Garden Chinese Restaurant | Milton | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Ace's Restaurant | Milton | 1 (1 high) | Call Back - Extension given, pending | |
| Sonic Drive-in #3210 | Milton | 5 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Wasabi House | Pace | 1 (1 high) | Call Back - Extension given, pending | |
| Nims Garden Chinese Restaurant | Milton | 4 (2 high) | Warning Issued |
Santa Rosa County Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 03 | Employee health reporting | 22,929 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 20,579 |
| 53 | Outer openings protected | 18,241 |
| 50 | Adequate lighting | 13,958 |
| 01 | Management awareness | 12,162 |
Santa Rosa County Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 9, 2026 | Oops Alley | $1,200 | 6--2026004094 |
| Apr 8, 2026 | Cisco's | $800 | 6--2026018496 |
| Oct 29, 2025 | Andy D`s | $400 | 6--2025054794 |
| Jun 5, 2025 | Thai Hut Garden 2 | $400 | 6--2025037783 |
| Oct 14, 2025 | Oops Alley | $400 | 6--2025068062 |
| Sep 17, 2025 | Sweet Frog Gulf Breeze | $400 | 6--2025061138 |
| Mar 2, 2026 | Little Caesars | $200 | 6--2025087391 |
| Aug 20, 2025 | Dunkin Donuts / Baskin Robbins #358745 | $200 | 6--2025041100 |
| Aug 28, 2025 | Hungry Howie's | $200 | 6--2025056834 |
| Jun 12, 2025 | Taste of Thai II | $200 | 6--2025041095 |
Santa Rosa County Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Other fire safety violation | 11 |
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 3 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 3 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 2 |
| Missing boiler certificate/report | 2 |
| Fire alarm/smoke detector issue | 1 |
Santa Rosa County 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. Santa Rosa County has 588 FDACS-regulated facilities with 1,050 inspections on record and 223 stop-sale orders issued.
Santa Rosa County 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 | City | Product | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cloud-city-vaporium-408986 | Navarre | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing Comments… | |
| Cloud-city-vaporium-408986 | Navarre | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing Comments… | |
| Cloud-city-vaporium-408986 | Navarre | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Controlled Substance Comments: … | |
| Cloud-city-vaporium-408986 | Navarre | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Controlled Substance Comments: … | |
| Cloud-city-vaporium-408986 | Navarre | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Certificate of Analysis Comment… | |
| Cloud-city-vaporium-408986 | Navarre | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Certificate of Analysis Comment… | |
| Cloud-city-vaporium-408986 | Navarre | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Certificate of Analysis Comment… | |
| Cloud-city-vaporium-408986 | Navarre | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Certificate of Analysis Comment… | |
| Aarna-distribution-420187 | Pensacola | 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 | Pensacola | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling Claims Comments: The product contains… |
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Santa Rosa County FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations
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Santa Rosa County Retail Food Chains (FDACS)
| Chain | Locations | Stop-Sale Orders | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dollar General | 34 | 57 | 2,871 |
| Circle K | 15 | 102 | 1,574 |
| Publix | 11 | 30 | 875 |
| Walgreens | 9 | 1 | 743 |
| CVS | 8 | 9 | 882 |
| Family Dollar | 7 | 316 | 950 |
| Walmart | 7 | 77 | 608 |
| Starbucks | 6 | 77 | 1,170 |
Santa Rosa County: Notable Restaurants
Cisco's
35 inspections
147 violations
4 closures
Churchs Chicken
33 inspections
120 violations
3 closures
Oops Alley
33 inspections
115 violations
3 closures
El Paso Taco's & Tequila
42 inspections
293 violations
1 closures
Burger King #1618
42 inspections
112 violations
3 closures
Saucy’s Frozen Treats and Tasty Eats
38 inspections
213 violations
1 closures
Santa Rosa County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waffle House | 9 | 315 | 1 |
| Subway | 7 | 299 | 4 |
| McDonalds | 7 | 354 | 0 |
| Whataburger | 5 | 100 | 0 |
| Hungry Howies | 4 | 144 | 0 |
| Wendys | 4 | 77 | 0 |
| Firehouse Subs | 4 | 69 | 0 |
| Jersey Mikes | 4 | 87 | 0 |
| Dominos | 3 | 40 | 0 |
| Burger King | 3 | 199 | 3 |
Santa Rosa County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Santa Rosa County?
- Santa Rosa County, Florida has 846 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Santa Rosa County?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Santa Rosa County is 87.6%. The Florida state average is 86%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Santa Rosa County this year?
- 5 food establishments in Santa Rosa County have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in Santa Rosa County?
- The most frequently cited violations in Santa Rosa County are: Employee health reporting, Proper hand/arm washing, Outer openings protected.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Santa Rosa County?
- Waffle House has the most locations in Santa Rosa County with 9 establishments.
- What was the most recent restaurant closure in Santa Rosa County?
- Cisco's in Milton was shut down on March 10, 2026 for roach activity.
- How does Santa Rosa County compare to the Florida state average?
- Santa Rosa County has a pass rate of 87.6%, which is 1.6 percentage points above the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 2.2 compared to the state average of 4.67.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Santa Rosa County?
- Food establishments in Santa Rosa County have an average of 5.2 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Santa Rosa County been assessed?
- Food establishments in Santa Rosa County have been assessed $28,810 in fines across 75 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $400 and the largest single fine was $2,400.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Santa Rosa County restaurants?
- 22 fire safety violations have been documented across 19 food establishments in Santa Rosa County. The most common issue is other fire safety violation.
- Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Santa Rosa County 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. Santa Rosa County, Florida has 588 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 1,050 inspections on record.
- How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Santa Rosa County?
- FDACS has issued 223 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Santa Rosa County, including 10 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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Santa Rosa County Restaurants & Food Establishments (838)
Firehouse Subs #36
3755-C GULF BREEZE PKWY, Gulf Breeze
14 inspections · 16 violations · Last: Oct 2025Domino's Pizza
4571 WATKINS ST, Pace
12 inspections · 16 violations · Last: Jul 2025Hampton Inn & Suites - Gulf Breeze
61 GULF BREEZE PKWY, Gulf Breeze
21 inspections · 16 violations · Last: Mar 2026Cotton Country Cafe
9389 CHUMUCKLA HWY, Jay
6 inspections · 15 violations · Last: Nov 2025Spot Tavern
5271 STEWART ST, Milton
11 inspections · 15 violations · Last: Apr 2026Whataburger #965
6920 NAVARRE PKWY, Navarre
12 inspections · 15 violations · Last: Nov 2025Giraffeteria
5701 GULF BREEZE PKWY, Gulf Breeze
15 inspections · 15 violations · Last: Mar 2026Firehouse Subs #647
6570 CAROLINE ST STE A, Milton
11 inspections · 15 violations · Last: Jul 2025Holiday Inn Express - Milton
8510 KESHAV TAYLOR DR, Milton
13 inspections · 15 violations · Last: Feb 2026Lickin Good Donuts
4563 WATKINS ST STE G, Pace
9 inspections · 14 violations · Last: Oct 2025Papa John's Pizza # 2366
3190 GULF BREEZE PKWY, Gulf Breeze
12 inspections · 14 violations · Last: Oct 2025Vonnie Branch Tip Inn
5717 VONNIE BRANCH ROAD, Milton
15 inspections · 14 violations · Last: Mar 2026Phillys Pace
4371 5 AVE UNIT H, Pace
12 inspections · 13 violations · Last: Feb 2026Popeye's Louisiana Kitchen
4541 HWY 90, Pace
13 inspections · 13 violations · Last: Feb 2026Panda Express #2819
4880 HIGHWAY 90, Milton
13 inspections · 13 violations · Last: Aug 2025Happy Place Pub & Play
5661 QUINTETTE RD, Pace
5 inspections · 12 violations · Last: Mar 2026Jimmy John's Gourmet Sandwiches
4612 HWY 90 UNIT B, Pace
12 inspections · 12 violations · Last: Jul 2025Hampton Inn & Suites Navarre
7710 NAVARRE PKWY, Navarre
11 inspections · 12 violations · Last: May 2026Sal's Pizza Cafe
3707 GULF BREEZE PKWY, Gulf Breeze
9 inspections · 11 violations · Last: Nov 2025Sal's Pizzeria & Grill
6903 NAVARRE PKWY, Navarre
19 inspections · 11 violations · Last: Apr 2026