COMFORT INN
12282 EMERALD COAST PKWY W, Miramar Beach FL 32550 · 850.353.7920
Last inspected Jul 23, 2025 · 8 visits since March 2024
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3 inspections, swinging between B and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. June 1, 2024.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Digital equipment thermometer for glass reach in cooler on self serve buffet not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Display 33F inspector thermometer 41F.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Sink blocked with mop and mop bucket.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bucket with utensils and cutting board stored in sink in kitchen.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. Apples on self serve buffet not wrapped. Kitchen manager washed removed tags and wrapped apples in Saran Wrap.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Food stored on floor. Case of ketchup stored in floor in kitchen. Manager placed ketchup on shelf.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in multiple cold holding units.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Cases of napkins, plates and cups stored on floor in kitchen.
Stored food not covered. Waffle batter stored in upright cooler not covered. Manager placed lid over waffle batter.
Mar 6, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 2, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. June 1, 2024.
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.
Oct 31, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. June 1, 2024.
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.
Aug 27, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. June 1, 2024.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Unlabeled bottle of yellow chemical stored on top of microwave. Bottle of deodorizer and unlabeled bottle of blue chemical stored on food contact surface on side of microwave.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine.
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 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.
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled bottle of yellow chemical stored on top of microwave and unlabeled bottle of blue chemical stored on food contact surface on side of microwave.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet soiled cloth stored on top of microwave.
May 28, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 28, 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 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/.
Mar 14, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. No test kit available.
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 plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Kitchen, pantry and bathroom removed and gutted. New kitchen, no approved plan. Provided establishment with plan review form.
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 compliance form.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface under dished S on shelf above 3 compartment sink.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee food stored in reach in cooler next to consumer food.
Equipment and utensils not rinsed between washing and sanitizing. Only wash and sanitizer set up in 3 compartment sink.
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.