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FAZOLIS-PANAMA CITY

2219 MLK BLVD, Panama City FL 32405 · 8508670587

Last inspected Aug 25, 2026 · 20 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats32
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA1305967
Grade history
JUL 25
JAN 26
MAR 26
JUN 26
AUG 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Approximately 10 live, small flying insects found around the self serving drink station area.
High priority/35A-02-7/Admin Complaint
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Disciplinary actions

2 cases · $320

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
6--2024065043Jul 26, 2024Dec 11, 2024$160
6--2023014627Dec 8, 2022Jun 14, 2023$160

Inspection history

20 visits, newest first

Aug 25, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
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. Chlorine dishmachine not testing a minimum of 50ppm after multiple runs.
High priority/22-41-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 25, 2026 · Upon callback, chlorine dishmachine testing 10ppm after multiple runs. Time Extended
Aug 17, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
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. Chlorine dishmachine not testing a minimum of 50ppm after multiple runs.
High priority/22-41-4/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked pasta in pasta station 57F at 11:47am. Per operator, item in cooling unit for less than two hours. Item out on ice baths. At 12:20pm, pasta down to 39F.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Meatballs in hot holding well at 115Fat 11:46am. Holding hot for approximately 75 minutes. Operator reheated them, final temperature 177F at 11:51am.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrected On-Site
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Handles and gaskets of upright double door cooler in pizza station.
Basic/23-24-4
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Several ceiling tiles and walls soiled with debris, dust and grease throughout the kitchen. Floor underneath equipment in drive thru window with buildup and standing water. Standing water behind ice machine.
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
Cutting boards in cook line have cut marks and are no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee's earbuds and charger on prep table.
Basic/40-06-5
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoops used to dispense Parmesan spice and grated Parmesan cheese with handles touching food items in walk in cooler.
Basic/10-01-5
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Food debris, dirt and accumulation of buildup on racks over maketable in pizza station.
Basic/23-03-4
Objectionable odors behind ice machine due to standing water.
Basic/36-64-5/Repeat Violation
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Several old labels in multiple containers stacked with clean dishes at warewashing area.
Basic/16-46-4
Jun 30, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Approximately 10 live, small flying insects found around the self serving drink station area.
High priority/35A-02-7/Admin Complaint/Return visit Jun 30, 2026 · Upon callback, no live, small flying insects found. Admin Complaint
Dead roaches on premises. One behind drink machine on the floor by drive thru window and approximately twelve by the mop sink across the hall from the kitchen, next to the guest restrooms.
Basic/35A-03-4/Admin Complaint/Return visit Jun 30, 2026 · Upon callback, no dead roaches on premises at any of the previous locations. Admin Complaint
Jun 29, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation (Partial)

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 5 high priority.

5 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Approximately 10 live, small flying insects found around the self serving drink station area.
High priority/35A-02-7/Admin Complaint
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands after using their phone.
High priority/12A-16-4
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. Cooked pasta in pasta station maketable at 75F. Per operator, item in cooling unit for over 24 hours.
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked pasta in pasta station maketable at 75F. Per operator, item in cooling unit for over 24 hours. See stop sale.
High priority/03A-02-5
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb in mop sink.
High priority/29-34-4
Handwash sink not working in warewashing area.
Intermediate/31A-07-4
Accumulation of pink mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Basic/22-20-5
Dead roaches on premises. One behind drink machine on the floor by drive thru window and approximately twelve by the mop sink across the hall from the kitchen, next to the guest restrooms.
Basic/35A-03-4/Admin Complaint
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Several pans and plates in ware washing dish racks.
Basic/24-08-4
Objectionable odors in the guest bathrooms.
Basic/36-64-5/Repeat Violation
Several ceiling tiles, vents and walls soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance throughout the kitchen.
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
Mar 4, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)

Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Presence of buildup around nozzles of soda machine in drive thru window.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Dish scrub inside of handwashing sink next to three compartment sink.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink next to ice machine.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Repeat Violation
No soap provided at handwash sink next to ice machine.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Repeat Violation
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. CO tank next to soda syrup storage rack area not secured.
Basic/51-11-4/Repeat Violation
Ceiling tiles missing above the office area and above racks in ware washing area.
Basic/36-36-4
Food stored on floor. Soda syrups stored on the floor next to ware washing area.
Basic/08B-38-4
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Mixing spoons under the soda machine in the drive thru window, stored in standing water at 73F.
Basic/10-07-4/Repeat Violation
Objectionable odor coming from the floor behind ice machine due to standing water.
Basic/36-64-5/Repeat Violation
Several walls, ceiling tiles and vents soiled with dust and accumulated debris throughout the kitchen.
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
Water leaking from faucet/handle from the three compartment sink in the ware washing area.
Basic/29-11-4/Repeat Violation
Jan 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 26 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority7 Intermediate18 Basic
Show 26 findings ▾
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottles containing degreaser and an unknown chemical, stored next to single serving items at the rack adjacent to mop sink.
High priority/41-10-4
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed open bag of cut lettuce stored in walk-in cooler for unknown time per food handler with no date mark. Employee discarded food during inspection.
Intermediate/02C-03-5
Handwash sink next to the ice machine blocked by a fan, making it not accessible for employee use at all times. Employee removed fan during inspection.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink next to the ware washing area used to store a sanitizer bucket.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sinks next to the ice machine, and next to the ware washing area.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
No soap provided at handwash sinks located next to the pasta station (gas station's worker replaced it at the time of inspection), and next to the ice machine.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Per employee, cooked pizza held on time for up to two hours. This inspector provided TPHC form during inspection.
Intermediate/03F-10-5
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled in the rack adjacent to the mop sink.
Intermediate/41-17-4
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the ceiling in interior of the ice machine.
Basic/22-20-5
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured besides the bag in the box storage rack.
Basic/51-11-4
Ceiling tiles missing above the electrical box and the single service storage racks.
Basic/36-36-4
Employee beverage container over a food preparation table adjacent to ice machine.
Basic/12B-07-4
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoops handles in contact with Parmesan cheese stored in a container in the Walk-in cooler, and in pasta in the Maketable next to the pasta station.
Basic/10-01-5
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In-use mixing spoon under the soda machine in at the drive thru window, stored in standing water at 69F. Manager discarded the water and took the spoon to the ware washing area during inspection.
Basic/10-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan cover in the Walk-In cooler soiled with debris, dirt, and/or dust. Accumulation of grease on the door, vents and underneath the Broaster in the kitchen. Nemco bread stick rack soiled with food debris. Hood vents and gas pipes above the belt oven with accumulation of dust and debris. Mold like substance on the side of the handwashing sink located next to the ware washing area.
Basic/23-03-4
Objectionable odor coming from the floor behind the ice machine due to standing water.
Basic/36-64-5
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Plates with leftover food residue stacked with clean dishes at ware washing area.
Basic/16-48-4
Old labels stuck to multiple food container lids after cleaning in the ware washing area drying rack.
Basic/16-46-4
Several ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated debris and dust throughout the kitchen.
Basic/36-34-5
Several walls soiled with accumulated grease, mold like substance, food debris, and/or dust throughout the kitchen.
Basic/36-27-5
Single-service containers not stored inverted or protected from contamination at the rack adjacent to mop sink.
Basic/25-06-4
Soiled drain on the floor under pots area next to the ice machine.
Basic/36-10-4
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Box of unwashed tomatoes over cheesecake portions and water bottles at the Walk-in cooler.
Basic/08B-17-4
Urns of tea in the drive thru window, and the self serving drink station not covered.
Basic/08B-12-5
Water dripping and spraying from faucet/handle from the 3 compartment sink in the ware washing area.
Basic/29-11-4
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4
Oct 2, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning/Return visit Oct 2, 2025 · No manager certification provided Time Extended
Jul 21, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety, commercially processed food reheating for hot holding not heated to a minimum temperature of 135 degrees Fahrenheit in all parts. Lasagna temperature at 130F at 10:50 am after 30 minutes in hot holding and second reheat. Rechecked at 11:55 am temperature 165F.
High priority/03E-03-5/Corrective Action Taken
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink in prep area was blocked by stand up fan.
Intermediate/31A-09-4
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Basic/51-11-4
Ceiling tiles missing. Ceiling tiles are soiled with dust over food prepped areas.
Basic/36-36-4
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-03-4
Food stored on floor in walk in freezer.
Basic/08B-38-4
Light in front prep area is blinking and not working correctly.
Basic/36-62-4
Standing soda in soda dispensing machine in dining area.
Basic/29-20-5
Water draining onto floor surface from the ice machine. Drainage pipe was not over drainage hole.
Basic/29-03-4
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mops are sitting in mop sink.
Basic/42-01-4
Jan 17, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 7, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed two hand wash sinks with no water available at all. One located next to ice machine and the other behind front counter.
Intermediate/27-16-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 7, 2025 · No water at counter hand wash sink and water turned off at hand wash sink at ice machine. Person in charge at time of inspection states manager unaware of issues with sinks. Will time extend. Time Extended
Dec 27, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.

0 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed pasta/sauce basket with build up of lime and food debris.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed two hand wash sinks with no water available at all. One located next to ice machine and the other behind front counter.
Intermediate/27-16-4/Warning
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water with debris on floor behind ice machine and in floor beside pasta warmer station.
Basic/36-22-4
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed extinguisher next to back door in red zone.
/45-02-4/Repeat Violation
Oct 25, 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
Show 1 finding ▾
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Sharon Butcher expired 6-26-24, no other manager certificate provided.
Intermediate/53A-02-7/Warning/Return visit Jul 29, 2024 · Manager working to get certification renewed.. Time Extended/Return visit Sep 25, 2024 · No manager certificate provided at callback. Manager states certification has been completed. Unable to print certificate. Time Extended/Return visit Oct 25, 2024 · No manager certificate provided upon callback Admin Complaint
Sep 25, 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
Show 1 finding ▾
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Sharon Butcher expired 6-26-24, no other manager certificate provided.
Intermediate/53A-02-7/Warning/Return visit Jul 29, 2024 · Manager working to get certification renewed.. Time Extended/Return visit Sep 25, 2024 · No manager certificate provided at callback. Manager states certification has been completed. Unable to print certificate. Time Extended
Jul 29, 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
Show 1 finding ▾
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Sharon Butcher expired 6-26-24, no other manager certificate provided.
Intermediate/53A-02-7/Warning/Return visit Jul 29, 2024 · Manager working to get certification renewed.. Time Extended
Jul 26, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.

0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of pasta pots lined with residue/lime deposits.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Sharon Butcher expired 6-26-24, no other manager certificate provided.
Intermediate/53A-02-7/Warning
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. Person in charge at time of inspection unable to find proof of training.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Dead roaches on premises. 5 dead behind cook line upright reach in cooler.
Basic/35A-03-4/Warning
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Finish worn off of walk-in cooler/freezer floors. Large crack down center of freezer floor.
Basic/36-11-4
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Walk-in cooler/freezer floors soiled.
Basic/36-10-4
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Extinguisher by back door in recharge zone.
/45-02-4/Repeat Violation
Feb 2, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 24, 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
Show 1 finding ▾
No water at hand wash sink by pasta station.
Intermediate/27-16-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 24, 2024 · No water at pasta station handwash sink. Establishment waiting on plumber to change sensor. Per manager plumber will come this week. Time Extended
Jan 17, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Pizza by the slice not marked for time. Employee marked for time during inspection.
High priority/03F-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vacuum breaker required at non chemical side of splitter at mop sink.
High priority/29-42-4
No water at hand wash sink by pasta station.
Intermediate/27-16-4/Warning
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. 2 employees hired over 60 days, no food handler training.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Parmesan cheese handles in product in walk-in.
Basic/10-01-5
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Under side of pasta make table lid soiled. Grease/residue build up on the exterior of ice bucket.
Basic/23-03-4
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Extinguisher by back door.
/45-02-4
Aug 1, 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. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Food with mold-like growth. Observed shredded cheddar with mold like growth in walk-in. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-07-4
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Pizza by the slice on racks on cook line, no time mark. Marked for time at time of inspection.
High priority/03F-02-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Motion sensor on automatic faucet not functioning.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At Hand wash sink by pizza oven, restocked at time of inspection.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
No soap provided at handwash sink. At Hand wash sink by pasta station. Restocked at time of inspection.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Under dish shelf in front of dish machine.
Basic/36-22-4
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under 1 door low cook line cooler by pizza oven
Basic/36-73-4

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.