Walton County — Food Safety Records
Walton County, Florida has 372 food establishments with 6,080 inspections on record. The pass rate is 92.7%, above the state average of 85.8%. Inspections average 3.2 violations per visit.
Largest fine: $840 assessed to Green Panini in Miramar Beach on June 10, 2026.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated August 2026.
Walton County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Walton County
92.7%
Pass Rate
92.7%
Florida Average
85.8%
Pass Rate
85.8%
Walton County
3.2
Avg Violations / Inspection
3.2
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Walton County
0
Closures per 100 Facilities
0
Florida Average
2
Closures per 100 Facilities
2
Walton County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chopstix | Santa Rosa Beach | 4 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Outcast Bar & Grill | Santa Rosa Beach | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Shades Bar & Grill | Inlet Beach | 4 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Big Chill - Nectar Coffee/mr. Freeze | Inlet Beach | 3 (1 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Amor Cafe at 30a | Santa Rosa Beach | 2 | Warning Issued | |
| Caribe & Crumb | Santa Rosa Beach | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Steamboat Grill | Santa Rosa Beach | 3 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Charlie's Cafe | Rosemary Beach | 4 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Pearl Havana Beach Club Restaurant | Rosemary Beach | 3 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Rooftop Lounge | Rosemary Beach | 5 (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 |
| Aug 26, 2025 | Dude and Meatballs | $320 | 6--2025031621 |
| 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 |
| Dec 11, 2025 | Holiday Inn Express & Suites Destin-miramar Beach | $160 | 6--2025068150 |
| Jul 7, 2026 | Craft Bar | $160 | 6--2026027678 |
| Jan 13, 2026 | Jimmy John's 3290 | $160 | 6--2025087374 |
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
42 inspections
116 violations
1 closures
Walton County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds | 6 | 237 | 1 |
| Subway | 5 | 172 | 2 |
| Waffle House | 4 | 232 | 0 |
| Dunkin | 3 | 261 | 0 |
| Taco Bell | 3 | 135 | 0 |
| Hungry Howies | 2 | 106 | 0 |
| Burger King | 2 | 142 | 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 372 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 85.8%.
- 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.
- How does Walton County compare to the Florida state average?
- Walton County has a pass rate of 92.7%, which is 6.9 percentage points above the state average of 85.8%. 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 16.3 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 (363)
Luau
5538 E HWY 98, Miramar Beach
12 inspections · 45 violations · Last: Jul 2026Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
600 GRAND BLVD #M105, San Destin
17 inspections · 44 violations · Last: Mar 2026Picolo Restaurant and Bar
70 HOTZ AVE, Santa Rosa Beach
13 inspections · 44 violations · Last: Apr 2026Cafe Tango INC
14 VICKI ST, Santa Rosa Beach
25 inspections · 44 violations · Last: Jul 2026Hilton Garden Inn Miramar Beach
220 SCENIC GULF DR, Miramar Beach
13 inspections · 43 violations · Last: Mar 2026North Beach Tortilla Co
24200 US HWY 331, Santa Rosa Beach
15 inspections · 43 violations · Last: Mar 2026Outcast Sushi
10859 US-98 W STE 404, Miramar Beach
15 inspections · 43 violations · Last: Jul 2026Sandcastles Restaurant
4000 S SANDESTIN BLVD, Miramar Beach
18 inspections · 42 violations · Last: Jul 2026Ben and Jerry's
9375 EMERALD COAST PKWY W STE 8, Miramar Beach
14 inspections · 42 violations · Last: Sep 2025Arby's #6530
1176 FREEPORT RD, Defuniak Springs
16 inspections · 41 violations · Last: Aug 2025Clean Juice
9375 EMERALD COAST PKWY 15, Miramar Beach
15 inspections · 41 violations · Last: Jan 2026Gathering Spot
34 GOLDENROD CIR, Santa Rosa Beach
23 inspections · 40 violations · Last: Jan 2026Three Sons BBQ
6931 HWY 30A, Santa Rosa Beach
14 inspections · 40 violations · Last: Oct 2025Fat Daddys Pizza
4942 W U S HWY 98 STE 18, Santa Rosa Beach
11 inspections · 40 violations · Last: Nov 2025Basmati's Asian Cuisine
3295 W COUNTY HWY 30-A, Santa Rosa Beach
18 inspections · 39 violations · Last: Feb 2026Edward's Fine Food & Wine
66 MAIN ST UNITS 1&2, Rosemary Beach
19 inspections · 38 violations · Last: May 2026Links Turn
9300 EMERALD COAST PKWY W, Miramar Beach
17 inspections · 38 violations · Last: Apr 2026Meltdown on 30a
2235 E COUNTY HWY 30A TRAILER 2, Santa Rosa Beach
16 inspections · 38 violations · Last: Mar 2026Raw and Juicy LLC
85 DEFUNIAK ST, Santa Rosa Beach
16 inspections · 37 violations · Last: Feb 2026Sandestin Beach Club Tiki
4850 BEACH CLUB, Destin
14 inspections · 37 violations · Last: Apr 2026