Santa Rosa County — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
Santa Rosa County, Florida has 846 food establishments with 4,464 inspections on record. 5 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 87.6%, above the state average of 85.9%. Inspections average 2.2 violations per visit.
Largest fine: $1,200 assessed to Oops Alley in Milton on February 9, 2026.
Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated June 2026.
Most-Inspected Facilities
| Business | City | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cisco's | Milton | 36 | 151 | 4 |
| Churchs Chicken | Milton | 34 | 122 | 3 |
| Oops Alley | Milton | 33 | 115 | 3 |
| Burger King #1618 | Milton | 42 | 112 | 3 |
| Peking House | Navarre | 27 | 109 | 2 |
Santa Rosa County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Santa Rosa County
87.6%
Pass Rate
87.6%
Florida Average
85.9%
Pass Rate
85.9%
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
1.35
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.35
Santa Rosa County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipotle - Store #5367 | Pace | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Burger King #8645 | Pace | 1 | Call Back - Extension given, pending | |
| Tropical Smoothie Cafe | Navarre | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Gator Seafood | Milton | 1 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Burger King #8645 | Pace | 3 (2 high) | Call Back - Extension given, pending | |
| Burger King #8645 | Pace | 3 (2 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Alphy's Restaurant and Catering | Navarre | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Taco Bell | Milton | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| New Jin Jin Chinese Restaurant | Milton | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Taco Bell | Milton | 1 (1 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 14, 2025 | Oops Alley | $400 | 6--2025068062 |
| Sep 17, 2025 | Sweet Frog Gulf Breeze | $400 | 6--2025061138 |
| Oct 29, 2025 | Andy D`s | $400 | 6--2025054794 |
| Aug 28, 2025 | Hungry Howie's | $200 | 6--2025056834 |
| Feb 23, 2026 | Oops Alley | $200 | 6--2025087017 |
| Dec 11, 2025 | Oops Alley | $200 | 6--2025068163 |
| Mar 2, 2026 | Little Caesars | $200 | 6--2025087391 |
| Aug 20, 2025 | Dunkin Donuts / Baskin Robbins #358745 | $200 | 6--2025041100 |
Santa Rosa County Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Other fire safety violation | 11 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 3 |
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 3 |
| Missing boiler certificate/report | 2 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 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 |
| Walmart | 7 | 77 | 608 |
| Family Dollar | 7 | 316 | 950 |
| Starbucks | 6 | 77 | 1,170 |
Santa Rosa County: Notable Restaurants
Cisco's
36 inspections
151 violations
4 closures
Churchs Chicken
34 inspections
122 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 |
| McDonalds | 7 | 355 | 0 |
| Subway | 7 | 299 | 4 |
| Whataburger | 5 | 100 | 0 |
| Firehouse Subs | 4 | 69 | 0 |
| Jersey Mikes | 4 | 87 | 0 |
| Hungry Howies | 4 | 144 | 0 |
| Wendys | 4 | 77 | 0 |
| Sonic Drive-in | 3 | 228 | 1 |
| Taco Bell | 3 | 77 | 0 |
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 85.9%.
- 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.
- How does Santa Rosa County compare to the Florida state average?
- Santa Rosa County has a pass rate of 87.6%, which is 1.7 percentage points above the state average of 85.9%. The average violations per inspection is 2.2 compared to the state average of 4.66.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Santa Rosa County?
- Food establishments in Santa Rosa County have an average of 5.3 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 (839)
Captain D's Restaurant
6519 US HWY 90, Milton
29 inspections · 134 violations · Last: May 2026Tc's Front Porch
8558 NAVARRE PKWY, Navarre
31 inspections · 133 violations · Last: Sep 2025Chopsticks Restaurant INC
5646 WOODBINE RD STE 2, Pace
26 inspections · 130 violations · Last: May 2026Yummy House
1385 SHORELINE DR, Gulf Breeze
23 inspections · 129 violations · Last: May 2026China Fun
4916 HWY 90, Pace
31 inspections · 123 violations · Last: May 2026Kfc #324
8688 NAVARRE PKWY, Navarre
23 inspections · 122 violations · Last: Mar 2026Village Inn
4843 HWY 90, Pace
27 inspections · 116 violations · Last: Feb 2026Lillo's Tuscan Grille
51 GULF BREEZE PKWY, Gulf Breeze
26 inspections · 114 violations · Last: May 2026New Jin Jin Chinese Restaurant
6209 HWY 90, Milton
27 inspections · 104 violations · Last: Jun 2026James Kitchen
3755-A GULF BREEZE PARKWAY, Gulf Breeze
16 inspections · 103 violations · Last: May 2026Subway of Jay
3891 SCOTT'S PLAZA WAY, Jay
23 inspections · 102 violations · Last: Jul 2025McDonald's
3540 HWY 90, Pace
22 inspections · 101 violations · Last: Apr 2026Pho 99 Vietnamese Restaurant
8147 NAVARRE PKWY, Navarre
20 inspections · 101 violations · Last: Jan 2026Jay Garden Chinese Resturant
3968 HWY 4, Jay
29 inspections · 99 violations · Last: May 2026Ace's Hangar
3966 AVALON BLVD, Milton
27 inspections · 98 violations · Last: Mar 2026Boomerang Pizza Kitchen
5227 WILLING STREET, Milton
29 inspections · 95 violations · Last: Mar 2026Shang Hai Restaurant
364 GULF BREEZE PKWY, Gulf Breeze
24 inspections · 95 violations · Last: Mar 2026Mariachis Mexican Grill
2747 GULFBREEZE PKWY, Gulf Breeze
24 inspections · 95 violations · Last: Mar 2026Hardee's #1525
4200 US HWY 90, Pace
29 inspections · 94 violations · Last: Jan 2026McDonald's #16473
2807 AVALON BLVD, Milton
20 inspections · 91 violations · Last: Apr 2026