Walton County — Food Safety Records
Walton County, Florida has 428 food establishments with 6,194 inspections on record. 1 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 92.7%, above the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 3.2 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Bistrology LLC in Miramar Beach, shut down August 21, 2026 for rodent activity.
Largest fine: $840 assessed to Green Panini in Miramar Beach on June 10, 2026.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated September 2026.
Walton County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Walton County
92.7%
Pass Rate
92.7%
Florida Average
85.7%
Pass Rate
85.7%
Walton County
3.2
Avg Violations / Inspection
3.2
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Walton County
0.23
Closures per 100 Facilities
0.23
Florida Average
1.97
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.97
Walton County Restaurants: Recent Closures (1)
| Date | Business | City | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bistrology LLC | Miramar Beach | Rodent activity |
Walton County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grayton Seafood Company LLC | Grayton Beach | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Waffle House | Defuniak Springs | 3 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Lola's Coastal Italian | Seacrest | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Iron and Grape Italian Kitchen | Defuniak Springs | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| 9th Street Market | Defuniak Springs | 2 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Duos / Local Smoke (at the Big Chill) | Rosemary Beach | 3 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Shunk Gulley | Santa Rosa Beach | 3 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Scratch Biscuit Kitchen | Santa Rosa Beach | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Subway # 23153 | Freeport | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Big Chill - Nectar Coffee/mr. Freeze | Inlet Beach | 0 | Call Back - Complied |
Walton County Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 32,710 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 31,938 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 30,650 |
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 29,034 |
| 53 | Outer openings protected | 23,238 |
Walton County Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 10, 2026 | Green Panini | $840 | 6--2025068138 |
| Sep 24, 2025 | Amor Cafe at 30a | $200 | 6--2025067052 |
| Apr 16, 2026 | Surf Hut Restaurant | $200 | 6--2025083430 |
| Oct 29, 2025 | Li's Hot Wok Chinese Buffet | $200 | 6--2025074918 |
| Jan 22, 2026 | Marcos Pizza | $200 | 6--2025078887 |
| Jul 7, 2026 | Craft Bar | $160 | 6--2026027678 |
| Jan 13, 2026 | Jimmy John's 3290 | $160 | 6--2025087374 |
| Dec 11, 2025 | Holiday Inn Express & Suites Destin-miramar Beach | $160 | 6--2025068150 |
Walton County Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Other fire safety violation | 26 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 15 |
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 12 |
| Missing boiler certificate/report | 4 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 4 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 1 |
Walton County: Notable Restaurants
Cafe Nola
35 inspections
120 violations
4 closures
Poppy's Seafood & Hammerheads
36 inspections
219 violations
2 closures
Thai 9 Cuisine
39 inspections
151 violations
2 closures
Kfc F569056
49 inspections
380 violations
Plateful Chinese Buffet
47 inspections
179 violations
1 closures
Grayton Seafood Company LLC
43 inspections
116 violations
1 closures
Walton County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds | 6 | 237 | 1 |
| Subway | 5 | 174 | 2 |
| Waffle House | 4 | 235 | 0 |
| Dunkin | 3 | 264 | 0 |
| Taco Bell | 3 | 135 | 0 |
| Hungry Howies | 2 | 106 | 0 |
| Burger King | 2 | 145 | 0 |
| Dominos | 2 | 27 | 0 |
| Holiday Inn | 2 | 106 | 0 |
| Chick-fil-a | 2 | 74 | 0 |
Walton County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Walton County?
- Walton County, Florida has 428 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Walton County?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Walton County is 92.7%. The Florida state average is 85.7%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Walton County this year?
- 1 food establishments in Walton County have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in Walton County?
- The most frequently cited violations in Walton County are: Consumer advisory, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Walton County?
- McDonalds has the most locations in Walton County with 6 establishments.
- What was the most recent restaurant closure in Walton County?
- Bistrology LLC in Miramar Beach was shut down on August 21, 2026 for rodent activity.
- How does Walton County compare to the Florida state average?
- Walton County has a pass rate of 92.7%, which is 7 percentage points above the state average of 85.7%. The average violations per inspection is 3.2 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Walton County?
- Food establishments in Walton County have an average of 14.5 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Walton County been assessed?
- Food establishments in Walton County have been assessed $47,680 in fines across 109 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $441 and the largest single fine was $3,360.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Walton County restaurants?
- 62 fire safety violations have been documented across 50 food establishments in Walton County. The most common issue is other fire safety violation.
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Walton County Restaurants & Food Establishments (423)
Cafe Nola 4 closures
400 E NELSON AVENUE, Defuniak Springs
35 inspections · 120 violations · Last: Jul 2026Poppy's Seafood & Hammerheads 2 closures
138 FISHERMANS COVE, Miramar
36 inspections · 219 violations · Last: Jul 2026Thai 9 Cuisine 2 closures
10916 EMERALD COAST PKWY W, Miramar Beach
39 inspections · 151 violations · Last: Jul 2026Bistrology LLC 2 closures
10004 US HWY 98 W, Miramar Beach
36 inspections · 150 violations · Last: Aug 2026Marcos Pizza 2 closures
19 POINCIANA BLVD, Miramar Beach
30 inspections · 139 violations · Last: Oct 2025Iron and Grape Italian Kitchen 2 closures
660 BALDWIN AVE, Defuniak Springs
28 inspections · 61 violations · Last: Sep 2026Subway 4953 2 closures
1207 FREEPORT RD UNIT A, Defuniak Spgs
26 inspections · 52 violations · Last: Jul 2026Cabana Cafe 1 closure
112 SEASCAPE BLVD COMMERCIAL 1, Miramar Beach
31 inspections · 240 violations · Last: Mar 2026Panhandlers 1 closure
3008 HWY 98, Santa Rosa Beach
31 inspections · 209 violations · Last: Mar 2026Plateful Chinese Buffet 1 closure
66 US HWY 90 E, Defuniak Springs
47 inspections · 179 violations · Last: Jul 2026Siam Thai Kitchen LLC 1 closure
2078 US 98 W STE 104, Santa Rosa Beach
29 inspections · 172 violations · Last: Jul 2026Beach Camp Brewing Co Grayton 1 closure
170 EAST COUNTY HWY 30A, Santa Rosa Beach
28 inspections · 169 violations · Last: Nov 2025Hurricane Oyster Bar and Grill 1 closure
37 LOGAN LN UNIT 4, Santa Rosa Beach
28 inspections · 167 violations · Last: Apr 2026Goatfeathers 1 closure
3865 W COUNTY HWY 30A, Santa Rosa Beach
28 inspections · 164 violations · Last: Aug 2026Vki Japanese Steak House & Sushi Bar 1 closure
4552 US HWY 98 WEST 1 & 2, Santa Rosa Beach
27 inspections · 153 violations · Last: Sep 2026Ruby Slipper Cafe 1 closure
9100 BAYTOWNE WHARF BLVD, Miramar Beach
25 inspections · 145 violations · Last: Feb 2026Shan Kishi Japanese Restaurant 1 closure
11275 US 98 W #4, Miramar Beach
20 inspections · 138 violations · Last: Aug 2026Grayton Seafood Company LLC 1 closure
50-1 UPTOWN GRAYTON CIR, Grayton Beach
43 inspections · 116 violations · Last: Sep 2026Red Fish Taco 1 closure
2052 W CO HWY 30A, Santa Rosa Beach
24 inspections · 111 violations · Last: Sep 2026Fajitas Mexican Restaurant 1 closure
707 US HWY 331 S, Defuniak Springs
25 inspections · 103 violations · Last: Jul 2026