AJ'S SEAFOOD & OYSTER BAR
116 E HWY 98, Destin FL 32541 · 850-837-1913
Last inspected May 5, 2026 · 9 visits since March 2024
5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler Gumbo 56/54F overnight ( see stop sale )
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2022016661 | Apr 4, 2022 | Jun 28, 2022 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Ice buildup in prep area upright reach-in freezer.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Broil reach in make bar Standing water removed during the inspection.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear kitchen door
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 3 high priority.
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher multiple attempts- (Chlorine 0ppm); Dishwasher (Temperature 149 final rinse per heat strip )
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler Gumbo 56/54F overnight Prob thermometer calibrated
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler Gumbo 56/54F overnight ( see stop sale )
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. At fan / condenser box.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 3 high priority.
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0 ppm chlorine Corrected to 100 ppm chlorine
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb. Exterior mop sink Two hose bibs observed with attached hoses.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sani Bucket 400 + ppm chlorine Cook line Corrected during the inspection 100 ppm chlorine
Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Sushi bar Display cooler drain line observed in hand wash sink
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Sushi Menu Appetizers- Hamachi, Tuna poke, harbor salad, seared tuna, Sashimi Sampler. Sashimi and Sashimi bowels Signature Rolls - 4 Flags roll, Hamachi roll, Huntress roll, king roll, Marilyn roll, New Florida roll, Philly roll, Phoenix roll, Rainbow roll, Silver lining roll, Spicy Tuna roll, Spicy Octopus roll, Tuck roll. ( additionally any rolls containing raw and or under cooked seafood )
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Walk in cooler condenser / fan unit missing fan guard covers.
Ice buildup in reach-in cooler and walk-in freezer. Grill reach in cooler make bar underside condenser ice over. Walk in freezer condenser / fans iced over.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Walk in freezer condenser fan guards / shields not in place ( missing)
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Water leaking from pipe/drip pan at AC unit located above ware wash area. Leaking water not contacting food contact surfaces. Discussion conducted with KM reference importance of protecting food contact surfaces from exposure to leaking water.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.