CHARLIE'S CAFE
9100 BAYTOWNE WHARF BLVD UNIT B4, Destin FL 32550 · 850-424-6459
Last inspected Feb 27, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
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FEB 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 16 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot hold- Diced potatoes 112F (7:30-9:23 ). Employee discarded potatoes during inspection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2024067241 | Nov 21, 2024 | Dec 16, 2024 | $160 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Feb 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over croissants in reach in cooler next to make bar.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Establishment uses chlorine sanitizer and have quaternary test strips. Provided establishment with chlorine test strips during inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Thawing a case of raw ground beef 28F on top of 3 compartment sink at room temp with no cold running water.
Sep 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot hold- Diced potatoes 112F (7:30-9:23 ). Employee discarded potatoes during inspection.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Establishment unable to provide test strips for Chlorine sanitizer upon request.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Delight Chiroz hired in July 2025 no proof of Health reporting compliance form.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Equipment in poor repair. Ice scoop stored in ice in ice bin with scoop handle broken off/missing.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils stored in standing water in dipper well 67F at front counter.
Feb 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Inspector asked employee how they sanitizer dishes. The employee was unable to answer basic questions. Employee does not know how sanitizer is dispensed, nor did employee know that sanitizer is used when washing rinsing and sanitizing dishes. Employee was unaware that testing sanitizer prior to use is a requirement.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink on front line and in warehouse washing area are not working/unable to dispense paper towels.
Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer at 3 compartment sink. Dispensing tube from sanitizer pouch hanging above faucet at 3 compartment sink.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use on cutting board at make bar.
Stored food not covered. Turkey sausage patties stored in upright freezer in storage area not covered. Bag left open.
Nov 21, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Employees hired over 60 days- no proof of any training.
Sep 20, 2024Call 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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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Employees hired over 60 days- no proof of any training.
Jul 22, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in ware washing area.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Employees hired over 60 days- no proof of any training.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.employee wearing a watch while engaged in food preparation.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Build up of ice on top of chicken breast box in upright freezer.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use at steam well, cutting board at make table, barista area and coffee maker.
Stored food not covered. Bag of Beef pepperoni stored in upright freezer left open and not covered.
Jan 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface under drink pitchers at front counter near sink.
Part of a ceiling tile missing over 3 compartment sink to the left.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler at make bar near front counter.
Wiping cloth used for food spills also used for other purposes. Wet cloth stored in reach in cooler in sitting water at make bar.
Oct 10, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 24, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bottle of oven cleaner stored inside 3 compartment sink.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided establishment with Health reporting requirements and form.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface under dishes near hand wash sink.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee shrimp sausage gumbo stored with consumer food in upright reach in freezer.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Back pack stored on food contact shelf next to beverage container.
Multiple Soiled dry wiping cloths in use at cook line and espresso machine.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Multiple wet mop heads stored in bottom of mop sink.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Wet soiled cloths stored at front counter 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.