BROTULAS SEAFOOD HOUSE AND STEAMER
210 HARBOR BLVD #D, Destin FL 32541 · 850.376.3212
Last inspected Aug 11, 2026 · 12 visits since November 2023
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook line low boys - grit cakes 44/45, crab cakes 46/50F less than 4 hrs. Items iced to facilitate rapid cooling during the inspection.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2026004137 | Jan 7, 2026 | Mar 5, 2026 | $200 |
| 6--2018026526 | May 15, 2018 | Jun 18, 2018 | $200 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Aug 11, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 19, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 13, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 1 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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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 - Multiple Attempts
Jan 7, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Identity of food or food product misrepresented. Menu identifies Gulf Shrimp as follows - Seafood Platters and Buckets Gulf Shrimp (1 LB ) Water Front Buckets Solo 1 LB Gulf Shrimp First Mate 1 LB Gulf Shrimp Family Feast 2 LB Gulf Shrimp Deluxe 1 LB Gulf Shrimp The Trio 1 LB Gulf Shrimp Nothing But Tails 1 LB Gulf Shrimp Harbor Party 2 LB Gulf Shrimp Lunch Specials Blackened Snapper - Blackened Gulf Shrimp No Domestic Gulf shrimp at establishment at time of the inspection. Kitchen staff identified Chef's Net Raw IQF EZ Peel Shrimp Direct Source Seafood LLC Bellevue, WA.98005 Farm Raised product of India as used for Gulf Shrimp. / other shrimp observed at time of the inspection - Red Shrimp Wild Caught Shrimp product of Argentina Eastern Fish Company LLC. / Asian Gems Farm Raised Popcorn Shrimp product of Ecuador / Bounty Bay Seafood LLC Aquaculture Harvested product of Ecuador. No invoice available to confirm Gulf Shrimp.
Ceiling tile missing. Above ware wash - dishwasher area.
Water leaking from triple sink drain pipe. Water contained in bucket at time of the inspection.
Apr 15, 2025Inspection 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 tiles missing and in disrepair. Down stairs prep area
Nov 21, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 12, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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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. Heat sanitizing dishwasher less than 180F at manifold and less than 160F at dish surface x 3 attempts.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Lower level walk in freezer Repackaged raw chicken over raw seafood. Raw chicken relocated during the inspection
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Lower food preparation and storage area. Above upstairs dish machine.
Apr 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Ice buildup on floor of walk in freezer. One whole package of processed ham has ice buildup. Item was thrown away by managers.
Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Raw shucked oysters on speed rack in walk in cooler do not have proper label. Employee stated label was thrown away.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. No tags from last 90 days marked with last date served.
Container of raw pre-shucked clams/mussels/oysters does not have a proper label. See stop sale. Raw shucked oysters on speed rack in walk in cooler do not have proper label. Employee stated label was thrown away.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling tiles throughout downstairs prep area not smooth/non-porous. Tiles missing at bottom of downstairs kitchen stairwell.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gap at left side of kitchen door leading to outside.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup on floor of walk in freezer. One whole package of processed ham has ice buildup. Item was thrown away by managers.
Feb 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ceiling tiles missing. Ware-wash area and bottle hallway at door.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Bottom hallway door
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Floor at cook line ice machine- in close proximity to electrical Box / feeds. Standing water removed during the inspection. Discussion conducted with manager's reference potential shock hazard.
Ice buildup in bottom walk-in freezer. Heavy ice buildup observed.
Dec 14, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 7, 2023Call 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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Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Manifold temperature less than 180F, dish surface less than 160F / Chlorine 0 ppm
Nov 29, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook line low boys - grit cakes 44/45, crab cakes 46/50F less than 4 hrs. Items iced to facilitate rapid cooling during the inspection.
Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Manifold temperature less than 180F, dish surface less than 160F / Chlorine 0 ppm
Oyster tags not marked with last date served and not maintained in chronological order.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Tuna dip in walk in cooler Confirmed less than 7 days Advised operator to place accurate dat markings
Trays of raw pre-shucked oysters do not have a proper label. Expo and cook line Oyster tags on hand - stop sale no required
Ceiling tiles missing above ware wash area and downstairs hall.
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.