DONUT HOLE
12983 US HWY 98 E, Inlet Beach FL 32413 · 850.213.3127
Last inspected Aug 13, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023
SEP 24
FEB 25
SEP 25
FEB 26
AUG 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 14 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Refried beans cooling in walk in cooler overnight 54F.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2021049888 | Oct 19, 2021 | Nov 19, 2021 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 13, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 12, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Make bar- egg station- house made pimento 46F, cooked shrimp 45F, chorizo 55F, cooked sausage crumble 48F, crab meat 50F, diced tomato 44F, pulled eggs 54F, shell eggs 55F ( 8:00-9:30).
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Sink blocked with a pot of pancake mix stored on a crate. Employee removed items from in front of sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in kitchen and near walk in cooler door and dry storage.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable in walk in cooler.
Feb 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Crates blocking hand wash sink on cook line. Employee removed crates from sink during inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Drink pitcher stored in hand wash sink on cook line. Employee removed pitcher from sink during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink near kitchen entry. Employee stocked paper towels in dispenser at sink during inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling tile missing in ware washing location. Missing ceiling tile replaced with cardboard with air gaps.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee wearing a bracelet on both wrist while cooking hash browns.
Multiple Cloths used as a food-contact surface under shell eggs, pan of cooked bacon and butter on cook line.
Sep 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Refried beans cooling in walk in cooler 54F ( overnight) see stop sale.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Refried beans cooling in walk in cooler overnight 54F.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times on cook line. Sink blocked with oil jugs stored on crates.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Multiple Employee beverage containers on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils in ware washing location on dish shelf.
Stored food not covered. Refried beans and potato wedges cooling in walk in cooler not covered.
Feb 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold hold- egg station- chorizo 46F, shrimp 47F, pulled eggs 46F, house pimento cheese 45F (8:00-10:25).
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Jug of oven grill cleaner stored on top of food trays on shelf in cook kitchen.
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Unable to find test strips upon inspector requests. Dish washer in use. Inspector tested chlorine sanitizer.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Spoon stored in sink and piece of lettuce stored in drain of hand wash sink in kitchen.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Unable to locate test strips at inspectors request.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface between make bar pans and make bar lid.
Sep 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Drink pitcher stored in hand wash sink on cook line near fryer.
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chili made on 9-4-24 not date or time marked with label.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Heavy build up in ice machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in warehouse washing area.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface under shell eggs and pan of butter at egg station. Cloth under dished near steam well.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice at front wait station.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle stored in granulated sugar.
Stored food not covered. Shrimp and breaded chicken stored in upright freezer not covered. Chicken and sausage stored in reach in cooler not covered. Biscuits stored in walk in freezer not covered.
Jan 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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No soap provided at handwash sink in far back dining room wait station.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Hole in ceiling around tubes in ware washing area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in dish washing area.
Clean linens stored in improper location. Linens stored in pot on cook line near egg station.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface under tea urn dispensers at front counter.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Jacket stored in pot on cook line next to clean linens. Phone stored on prep table next to bread roller. Speaker stored on prep table next to meat slicer.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle stored in sugar.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in far back hallway unisex bathroom to left.
Stored food not covered. Breaded chicken strips and breast stored in upright freezer not covered.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Cold hold- thawing in reach in cooler chicken breast 32F. Chicken sitting in standing water.
Oct 24, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in wait station. Server replaced paper towels at hand wash sink.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Held on time- hash browns 49F ( 9:45-1:45), French fries 69F ( 9:00-1:00). Provided establishment with Time as a public health control form.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice bin at front counter and ice machine soiled. Manager asked employee to drain ice and clean ice machine and ice bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in ware washing area.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Multiple cloths stored on food cart under pan of pecans, butter and dishes. Employee removed cloths from cart.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Speaker stored on top of food contact table next to meat slicer. Employee removed speaker from food contact table.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer has ice build up on fan and floor.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle stored inside bin of sugar and powdered sugar. Manager removed scoops and sent to ware washing.
Stored food not covered. Biscuits stored in walk in freezer and chicken strips stored in upright freezer uncovered. Manager placed parchment paper over biscuits and chicken strips.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Rust on wall behind dish machine.
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