BARBERITOS SOUTHWEST GRILLE & CANTINA
836 WEST 23RD ST, Panama City FL 32405 · 850.481.8017
Last inspected May 26, 2026 · 14 visits since July 2023
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MAY 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 20 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 1 live fly on front line.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2026027644 | Apr 9, 2026 | Jun 24, 2026 | $200 |
Inspection history
14 visits, newest first
May 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade.
Ceiling tile missing. Above the back door.
Ceiling/vents soiled with accumulated rust buildup.
Employee beverage container without a lid is on a food preparation table in the back prep area.
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In-use ice scoop stored on top of the ice machine soiled surface.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters and fan on the back line.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Front line.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop sink.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt container.
Apr 15, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk in cooler, steak 49F at 3:08pm down to 46F at 3:59pm, diced tomatoes 45F at 3:07pm down to 42F at 3:58pm, pico at 52F at 3:07pm down to 43F at 3:58pm; in cooking line maketable, shredded cheese 42F, diced tomatoes 49F at 3:13pm down to 45F at 4:02pm, guacamole 47F at 3:13pm down to 42 at 4:02pm, lettuce 45F at 3:14pm down to 41F at 4:03pm, bean/corn mix 46F at 3:15pm down to 40F at 4:03pm. All food items were placed in iced baths by Operator at the time of inspection to lower temperatures.
Apr 10, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk in cooler, steak 49F at 3:08pm down to 46F at 3:59pm, diced tomatoes 45F at 3:07pm down to 42F at 3:58pm, pico at 52F at 3:07pm down to 43F at 3:58pm; in cooking line maketable, shredded cheese 42F, diced tomatoes 49F at 3:13pm down to 45F at 4:02pm, guacamole 47F at 3:13pm down to 42 at 4:02pm, lettuce 45F at 3:14pm down to 41F at 4:03pm, bean/corn mix 46F at 3:15pm down to 40F at 4:03pm. All food items were placed in iced baths by Operator at the time of inspection to lower temperatures.
Apr 9, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw ground beef over raw chicken in walk in cooler. Operator moved chicken to the bottom at the time of inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk in cooler, steak 49F at 3:08pm down to 46F at 3:59pm, diced tomatoes 45F at 3:07pm down to 42F at 3:58pm, pico at 52F at 3:07pm down to 43F at 3:58pm; in cooking line maketable, shredded cheese 42F, diced tomatoes 49F at 3:13pm down to 45F at 4:02pm, guacamole 47F at 3:13pm down to 42 at 4:02pm, lettuce 45F at 3:14pm down to 41F at 4:03pm, bean/corn mix 46F at 3:15pm down to 40F at 4:03pm. All food items were placed in iced baths by Operator at the time of inspection to lower temperatures.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Two spray bottles underneath cash register, and one next to three compartment sink in ware washing area.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Ceiling vent cover missing close to the back exit door.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Still frozen fish in reduced oxygen packages in walk in cooler with the intention of thawing while still in the bags. Operator removed all fish portions from individual reduced oxygen packages to appropriately and safely thaw the fish.
Floor in walk in cooler has accumulation of food debris. Several ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance throughout the kitchen.
Nov 20, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 19, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Tofu 52F in front cooler. Per operator tofu in cooler over 4 hours. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Salsa 44F, corn 45F, and milk 45F in walkin cooler, per operator approximately 1 hour. Items iced during inspection. Front line: Diced tomatoes 55F, corn 51F, and tofu 52F. Per operator diced tomatoes and corn in cooler approximately 1 hour. Items iced during inspection to bring temperature down. Per operator tofu in cooler over 4 hours. See stop sale.
Garbage can in prep area soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Grease/residue build up on prep/dish cart.
Plumbing system in disrepair. three compartment sink leaking into tub on floor under sink.
Apr 28, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 27, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Suzanne Goldwire expired 11-4-24
Jan 24, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee using handwashing sink on front line to obtain water for sauce pot. Employee storing pitcher in hand wash sink.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Suzanne Goldwire expired 11-4-24
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. 2 cooks on front line with no hair restraint.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. On inside of walk-in by door.
Aug 20, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 17, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Water dripping from dining room ceiling into bucket.
Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Pitted metal prep table in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Mold like substance on walk-in cooler shelf. Grease build up on induction burner on front line. Grease/residue build up on panini press handles.
Jan 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. In back kitchen near dish area.
Jul 11, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 10, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee handle cash and credit card at register, began putting on gloves to work with food. Discussed with employee, employee washed hands.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 1 live fly on front line.
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. Make table: corn and bean salsa 52F, diced tomatoes 52F, pico de Gallo 51F, per operator on line since approximately 10:30am, over 4 hours, see stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Make table: corn and bean salsa 52F, diced tomatoes 52F, pico de Gallo 51F, per operator on line since approximately 10:30am, over 4 hours, see stop sale.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee working front line.
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.