AUTENTIKA MEXICAN GRILLE
14662 FRONT BEACH RD, Panama City Beach FL 32413
Last inspected Jan 27, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 31 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 3 live roaches in the following areas: 1 on wall above hand wash sink in kitchen, 1 on floor of kitchen under refrigerator and 1 on floor in front of bar area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $760
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2024047254 | Jul 17, 2024 | Sep 23, 2024 | $200 |
| 6--2024047320 | Jul 25, 2024 | Sep 23, 2024 | $400 |
| 6--2021002965 | Oct 27, 2020 | May 19, 2021 | $160 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jan 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
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. Machine tested at 0ppm chlorine. Machine primed and tested at 100ppm.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw chicken stored over cilantro in storage cooler. Chicken moved during inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bottle of all purpose cleaner not labeled. Manager labeled bottle at time of inspection.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Acoustic tiles and foam between tiles.
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Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back door to kitchen and back door to storage area. Gap between double doors to dining area and gap under front door.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Unfinished walls in dry storage area.
Jul 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dish washer handled dirty dishes and then handled clean dishes with no hand wash.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish stored over butter in storage cooler. Manager moved fish to bottom.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with self-closing doors.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Water damage on ceiling tiles in kitchen.
Outer openings to storage area not protected with self-closing door.
Oct 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed refried beans cooling on counter at 115F after 1.5 hours. Manager had employee put beans in reach in cooler with top off.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed chlorine sanitizer in bar sink but no chlorine strips. Manager cleaned out sink and changed to quat sanitizer.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Jul 26, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 25, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 4 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored above enchilada sauce.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 12 live roaches in the following area: 3 live on floor of dish area, 5 live on floor and wall next to hand wash sink in kitchen and 4 live on floor and wall in back corner of kitchen near upright refrigerator.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 4 dead roaches on floor under hand wash sink in kitchen.
Jul 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 3 live roaches in the following areas: 1 on wall above hand wash sink in kitchen, 1 on floor of kitchen under refrigerator and 1 on floor in front of bar area.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 8 dead roaches in the following areas: 3 on floor in front of bar and 5 on floor of dry storage area in back room.
Jul 17, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 3 live roaches in the following areas: 1 on wall above hand wash sink in kitchen, 1 on floor of kitchen under refrigerator and 1 on floor in front of bar area.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 8 dead roaches in the following areas: 3 on floor in front of bar and 5 on floor of dry storage area in back room.
Jan 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shelled eggs stored over ready to eat steak and over raw sausage. Employee moved all meat to different shelf.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottles in server area with no label. Server labeled both bottles.
Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed pans stored next to hand wash sink in kitchen exposed to splash. Employee moved pans to different area of kitchen.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed cups stacked while still wet. Employee moved all cups to dish area.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed silverware stored with food contact surface up. Employee took forks back to get washed again and inverted.
Jul 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda gun behind bar with mold like substance. Bartender cleaned during inspection.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth sitting on table. Manager put in sanitizer bucket.
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.