Santa Rosa County — Food Safety Records
Santa Rosa County, Florida has 298 food establishments with 4,683 inspections on record. 2 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 87.7%, above the state average of 85.7%. 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. Updated September 2026.
Santa Rosa County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Santa Rosa County
87.7%
Pass Rate
87.7%
Florida Average
85.7%
Pass Rate
85.7%
Santa Rosa County
2.2
Avg Violations / Inspection
2.2
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Santa Rosa County
0.67
Closures per 100 Facilities
0.67
Florida Average
1.96
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.96
Santa Rosa County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prost Office Brewery | Milton | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Creekside Kitchen | Milton | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Prost Office Brewery | Milton | 2 (2 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Andy D's Roadhouse | Milton | 3 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Endless Delight Cafe & Catering | Jay | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Stripes Pub & Grill | Navarre | 2 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Peking House | Navarre | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Grand Buffet of Ch INC | Pace | 5 (3 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Ruby Sue's Luncheonette | Milton | 6 (2 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Tropical Smoothie Cafe | Pace | 0 | Call Back - Complied |
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 |
| Oct 29, 2025 | Andy D`s | $400 | 6--2025054794 |
| Feb 23, 2026 | Oops Alley | $200 | 6--2025087017 |
| Dec 11, 2025 | Oops Alley | $200 | 6--2025068163 |
| Apr 23, 2026 | Churchs Chicken | $120 | 6--2026020600 |
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 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 2 |
| Missing boiler certificate/report | 2 |
| Fire alarm/smoke detector issue | 1 |
Santa Rosa County: Notable Restaurants
Cisco's
37 inspections
154 violations
4 closures
Churchs Chicken
34 inspections
122 violations
3 closures
Oops Alley
33 inspections
115 violations
3 closures
El Paso Taco's & Tequila
44 inspections
295 violations
1 closures
Burger King #1618
43 inspections
114 violations
3 closures
Saucy’s Frozen Treats and Tasty Eats
39 inspections
217 violations
1 closures
Santa Rosa County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waffle House | 9 | 323 | 1 |
| McDonalds | 8 | 359 | 0 |
| Subway | 7 | 309 | 4 |
| Whataburger | 5 | 103 | 0 |
| Hungry Howies | 4 | 156 | 0 |
| Wendys | 4 | 78 | 0 |
| Firehouse Subs | 4 | 72 | 0 |
| Jersey Mikes | 4 | 94 | 0 |
| Burger King | 3 | 209 | 3 |
| Dominos | 3 | 43 | 0 |
Santa Rosa County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Santa Rosa County?
- Santa Rosa County, Florida has 298 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 87.7%. The Florida state average is 85.7%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Santa Rosa County this year?
- 2 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 87.7%, which is 2 percentage points above the state average of 85.7%. The average violations per inspection is 2.2 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Santa Rosa County?
- Food establishments in Santa Rosa County have an average of 15.7 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 $27,490 in fines across 71 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $398 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.
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Santa Rosa County Restaurants & Food Establishments (295)
Ye Olde Brothers Brewery
4458 HWY 87 S, Navarre
26 inspections · 61 violations · Last: May 2026Alphy's Restaurant and Catering
1900 A HWY 87 S, Navarre
23 inspections · 60 violations · Last: Sep 2026Cactus Flower Cafe
8725 ORTEGA PARK DR, Navarre
23 inspections · 60 violations · Last: Aug 2026Kentucky Fried Chicken #0421
4683 US HWY 90, Pace
23 inspections · 60 violations · Last: Jul 2026Stripes Pub & Grill
1878 ANDORRA STREET, Navarre
23 inspections · 60 violations · Last: Sep 2026New York Pizza District
7552 NAVARRE PKWY STE 14, Navarre
22 inspections · 59 violations · Last: Aug 2026Baja Mexican
4865 HWY 90, Pace
23 inspections · 55 violations · Last: Jul 2026Mariachi's Express Mexican Grill
8207 NAVARRE PKWY, Navarre
21 inspections · 54 violations · Last: May 2026Waffle House #860
8582 NAVARRE PKWY., Navarre
23 inspections · 54 violations · Last: Aug 2026McDonald`s
5004 HWY 90, Pace
19 inspections · 52 violations · Last: Aug 2026Waffle House #1471
2662 AVALON BLVD, Milton
24 inspections · 52 violations · Last: Jul 2026Hungry Howies Pizza & Subs
6534 CAROLINE ST, Milton
19 inspections · 52 violations · Last: Aug 2026Socios Pizza and Pasta
4430 E HWY 90 STE A, Pace
22 inspections · 51 violations · Last: Sep 2026Zaxby's
1451 TIGER PARK LN, Gulf Breeze
20 inspections · 50 violations · Last: Oct 2025Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers
6477 W HWY 90, Milton
27 inspections · 50 violations · Last: Jul 2026Slippery Mermaid
8779 NAVARRE PKWY, Navarre
21 inspections · 50 violations · Last: Aug 2026Chirps INC
348 GULF BREEZE PKWY, Gulf Breeze
20 inspections · 49 violations · Last: Aug 2025Blackwater Bistro
5147 ELMIRA ST, Milton
23 inspections · 49 violations · Last: Aug 2026Burger King
8590 NAVARRE PKWY, Navarre
15 inspections · 48 violations · Last: Jul 2026Burger King #8645
4120 HWY 90, Pace
24 inspections · 47 violations · Last: Jun 2026