Walton County — Food Safety Records
Walton County, Florida has 442 food establishments with 6,199 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
1.96
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.96
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whataburger #805 | Destin | 1 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Taco Bell 42129 | Miramar Beach | 2 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Borago Restaurant | Santa Rosa Beach | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Hamilton's Bistro | Freeport | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Nigels Origins | Inlet Beach | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| 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 |
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 |
| 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 | 137 | 0 |
| Chick-fil-a | 2 | 74 | 0 |
| Whataburger | 2 | 79 | 0 |
| Hungry Howies | 2 | 106 | 0 |
| Burger King | 2 | 145 | 0 |
| Dominos | 2 | 27 | 0 |
Walton County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Walton County?
- Walton County, Florida has 442 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 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 (437)
Thai Chiang Rai
4942 HWY 98 W STE 20, Santa Rosa Beach
16 inspections · 55 violations · Last: Aug 2026Sonic Drive-in #4934
1508 US HWY 331 S, Defuniak Springs
23 inspections · 54 violations · Last: Jul 2026Beach Break
146 DUNE DRIFT LANE, Watersound
18 inspections · 54 violations · Last: Feb 2026Chanticleer Eatery
55 CLAYTON LN, Santa Rosa Beach
18 inspections · 54 violations · Last: Mar 2026Tahona Tacos & Tequilaria
74 TOWN HALL RD UNIT 1B, Rosemary Beach
18 inspections · 53 violations · Last: Feb 2026Amigos 30a Mexican Kitchen
12805 US HWY 98 E STE Q101, Inlet Beach
16 inspections · 53 violations · Last: Jul 2026Crust Artisan Bakery
4821 US HWY 98 W STE 101, Santa Rosa Beach
23 inspections · 53 violations · Last: Aug 2026McDonald's
17750 STATE HWY 285 S, Defuniak Springs
14 inspections · 52 violations · Last: Oct 2025Blackstone Club House
108 BLACKSTONE LN, Mossy Head
19 inspections · 52 violations · Last: Apr 2026Jon Smith Subs
901 E HWY 20 STE 6, Freeport
18 inspections · 51 violations · Last: Aug 2026Barefoot BBQ
2221 EAST COUNTY HWY 30A, Santa Rosa Beach
25 inspections · 50 violations · Last: Mar 2026Whataburger #913
2434 US 331 S, Defuniak Springs
17 inspections · 49 violations · Last: Jan 2026Dairy Queen Grill and Chill
16380 US HWY 331 S, Freeport
16 inspections · 49 violations · Last: Sep 2025Hilton Garden Inn Miramar Beach
220 SCENIC GULF DR, Miramar Beach
14 inspections · 49 violations · Last: Aug 2026Commelfo
10859 EMERALD COAST PKWY 303-304, Miramar Beach
12 inspections · 49 violations · Last: Jul 2026Subway
1226 FREEPORT RD, Defuniak Springs
22 inspections · 49 violations · Last: Sep 2025Barefoots Beachside Bar & Grill
4000 SANDESTIN BLVD S, Miramar Beach
20 inspections · 49 violations · Last: Jul 2026Proper Restaurant & Bar
12805 US HWY 98 E STE E101, Inlet Beach
17 inspections · 48 violations · Last: Jul 2026Taco Bell 42129
10859 EMERALD COAST PKWY STE 10, Miramar Beach
16 inspections · 47 violations · Last: Sep 2026Lakehouse
238 WATERCOLOR BLVD W, Santa Rosa Beach
20 inspections · 46 violations · Last: Jan 2026