Walton County — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
Walton County, Florida has 903 food establishments with 5,949 inspections on record. The pass rate is 92.7%, above the state average of 86%. Inspections average 3.2 violations per visit.
Largest fine: $400 assessed to Cowgirl Kitchen Market in Santa Rosa Beach on March 2, 2026.
Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.
Most-Inspected Facilities
| Business | City | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Nola | Defuniak Springs | 34 | 115 | 4 |
| Poppy's Seafood & Hammerheads | Miramar | 33 | 213 | 2 |
| Thai 9 Cuisine | Miramar Beach | 38 | 150 | 2 |
| Marcos Pizza | Miramar Beach | 30 | 139 | 2 |
| Iron and Grape Italian Kitchen | Defuniak Springs | 27 | 60 | 2 |
Walton County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Walton County
92.7%
Pass Rate
92.7%
Florida Average
86%
Pass Rate
86%
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
1.37
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.37
Walton County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poppy's Seafood & Hammerheads | Miramar | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Sunquest Yacht Charters | Miramar Beach | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Caliza Pool | Alys Beach | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Caliza Pool | Alys Beach | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Beach House | Miramar Beach | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| John Wehner's Village Door | Miramar Beach | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Nicks Seafood Rest | Basin Bayou | 4 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Cafe Aroma | Inlet Beach | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Aja | Inlet Beach | 3 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Pearl Havana Beach Club Restaurant | Rosemary 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2, 2026 | Cowgirl Kitchen Market | $400 | 6--2026007937 |
| Aug 26, 2025 | Dude and Meatballs | $320 | 6--2025031621 |
| Aug 20, 2025 | Seacrest CafÉ | $240 | 6--2025041133 |
| 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 |
| Sep 24, 2025 | Amor Cafe at 30a | $200 | 6--2025067052 |
| 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 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. Walton County has 537 FDACS-regulated facilities with 1,045 inspections on record and 725 stop-sale orders issued.
Walton 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunshine Bay Empire LLC | Panama City | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | ss. 893.03(1)(a) and 893.035, F.S., Department of Legal Affairs Emergency Rule 2… | |
| Sunshine Bay Empire LLC | Panama City | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Physical Facilities: Hot and cold w… | |
| Sunshine Bay Empire LLC | Panama City | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments: Print Date:… | |
| Sunshine Bay Empire LLC | Panama City | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments: To request a… | |
| Sunshine Bay Empire LLC | Panama City | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments: To request a… | |
| Sunshine Bay Empire LLC | Panama City | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments: To request a… | |
| Sunshine Bay Empire LLC | Panama City | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments: To request a… | |
| Sunshine Bay Empire LLC | Panama City | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments: To request a… | |
| Sunshine Bay Empire LLC | Panama City | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments: To request a… | |
| Sunshine Bay Empire LLC | Panama City | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments: To request a… |
Browse all FDACS stop-sale order categories →
Walton County FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations
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Walton County Retail Food Chains (FDACS)
| Chain | Locations | Stop-Sale Orders | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dollar General | 17 | 57 | 2,871 |
| Winn-Dixie | 9 | 170 | 584 |
| Circle K | 6 | 102 | 1,574 |
| Dollar Tree | 5 | 9 | 1,084 |
| Publix | 5 | 30 | 875 |
| Starbucks | 5 | 77 | 1,170 |
| CVS | 4 | 9 | 882 |
| Family Dollar | 4 | 316 | 950 |
Walton County: Notable Restaurants
Cafe Nola
34 inspections
115 violations
4 closures
Poppy's Seafood & Hammerheads
34 inspections
215 violations
2 closures
Thai 9 Cuisine
38 inspections
150 violations
2 closures
Kfc F569056
48 inspections
375 violations
Plateful Chinese Buffet
45 inspections
177 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 | 170 | 2 |
| Waffle House | 4 | 229 | 0 |
| Taco Bell | 3 | 135 | 0 |
| Dunkin | 3 | 259 | 0 |
| Holiday Inn | 2 | 98 | 0 |
| Burger King | 2 | 142 | 0 |
| Dominos | 2 | 24 | 0 |
| Whataburger | 2 | 78 | 0 |
| Chick-fil-a | 2 | 74 | 0 |
Walton County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Walton County?
- Walton County, Florida has 903 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 86%.
- 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 6.7 percentage points above the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 3.2 compared to the state average of 4.67.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Walton County?
- Food establishments in Walton County have an average of 6.6 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 $48,280 in fines across 114 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $427 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.
- Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Walton 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. Walton County, Florida has 537 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 1,045 inspections on record.
- How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Walton County?
- FDACS has issued 725 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Walton County, including 370 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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Walton County Restaurants & Food Establishments (890)
Publix # 0652 FDACS Retail
11000 Pembroke RD, Miramar
FDACS Retail Food · SupermarketSam's Club # 8151 FDACS Retail
1707 W 23rd ST, Panama City
FDACS Retail Food · SupermarketJack Asia Market FDACS Retail
2205 E 5th ST, Panama City
FDACS Retail Food · Grocery Store < 15,000 sq ftCrumbl Cookies - Destin FDACS Retail
4447 Commons Dr E Ste K112, Destin
FDACS Retail Food · Retail BakeryBay Foodmart FDACS Retail
123 W 6th ST, Panama City
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FSMelaos Liquor FDACS Retail
14663 Miramar Pkwy, Miramar
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHFDollar General Store #20708 FDACS Retail
3520 E 3rd ST, Panama City
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with PerishablesAmi 58 Food Mart FDACS Retail
22917 Panama City Beach Pkwy, Panama City Beach
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged IceAuntie Anne's Soft Pretzels FDACS Retail
10562 US Highway 98 W Ste 103, Miramar Beach
FDACS Retail Food · Retail Bakery w/FSSunmart FDACS Retail
15400 Front Beach RD, Panama City Beach
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged IceThe Quality Companies INC. FDACS Retail
2337 Industrial DR, Panama City
FDACS Retail Food · Major Food DistributorDollar General # 9621 FDACS Retail
800 W 23rd ST, Panama City
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with PerishablesPresidente Supermarket FDACS Retail
3108 S University DR, Miramar
FDACS Retail Food · SupermarketDodge Store # 0910 FDACS Retail
1610 W 15th ST, Panama City
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged IceSam's Club #8151 (liquor Box) FDACS Retail
1707 W 23rd ST Ste, Panama City
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHFCefco #428 FDACS Retail
2813 Transmitter RD, Panama City
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice Inspected By: YOLANDA SYLVE,Family Dollar #32595 FDACS Retail
7205 N Highway 231, Panama City
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with PerishablesDollar General # 12144 FDACS Retail
2323 E 15th ST, Panama City
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with PerishablesDollar General Store # 12280 FDACS Retail
3820 W Highway 390, Panama City
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with PerishablesTractor Supply Company #1640 FDACS Retail
239 General RD, Defuniak Springs
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store/Prepackaged/No Food Service