HONDURAS KITCHEN
340 PALM BEACH DR, Panama City Beach FL 32413
Last inspected Feb 23, 2026 · 10 visits since December 2023
APR 24
NOV 24
JAN 25
AUG 25
FEB 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 84 live roaches in the following areas: 4 live on top of door frame of kitchen between dry storage and cook line, 2 live in ceiling corner above dish area, 2 live in ceiling corner above prep area, 1 live above open top salad cooler in kitchen and 75 live roaches in corners of ceiling in dry storage closet.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $560
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2025041158 | Jan 8, 2025 | Jul 22, 2025 | $160 |
| 6--2024066457 | Nov 6, 2024 | Feb 19, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Feb 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw shell eggs stored over unwashed cabbage and milk in double door reach in cooler in the market area. At the time of inspection, owner reorganized cooler, leaving milk on top, unwashed produce in the middle, and raw shell eggs on the bottom.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowls used to dispense beans, flour, rice, in dry storage. Bowls removed at the time of inspection.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go soufflé cups not stored inverted in rack next to the cooking line.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of flour not properly labeled in dry storage area.
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Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. In the kitchen, next to handwashing sink.
Aug 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in women's room. Restocked during inspection.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink in storage area not working/unable to dispense soap.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Drink on shelf over cutting board in kitchen. Drink removed during inspection.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gap under back door near means room. Gap between front double doors.
May 12, 2025Call 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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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed Eldy Esperanza Portillo with expired CFM-1/07/2025.
Apr 11, 2025Call 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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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed Eldy Esperanza Portillo with expired CFM-1/07/2025.
Mar 11, 2025Call 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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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed Eldy Esperanza Portillo with expired CFM-1/07/2025.
Jan 8, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed Eldy Esperanza Portillo with expired CFM-1/07/2025.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at hand sink next to standing refrigerator. Manager states plumber has already been called.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed two dead roaches on floor of dry storage area. Manager had employee clean and sanitize the area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on bottom rack of prep table. Manager added cloth to sanitizer bucket.
Nov 8, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 6, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 3 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over ready to eat sliced cheese.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 84 live roaches in the following areas: 4 live on top of door frame of kitchen between dry storage and cook line, 2 live in ceiling corner above dish area, 2 live in ceiling corner above prep area, 1 live above open top salad cooler in kitchen and 75 live roaches in corners of ceiling in dry storage closet.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 3 dead roaches in hand wash sink in prep area and 2 dead roaches under refrigerator.
Apr 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed non food grade bags used to store produce with no barrier between the product and the bag.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed soufle cup with no handle used in rice.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old dates on container of cheese and black beans.
Dec 5, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Accumulation of residue/food debris on tortilla press. Employee sent to dish pit at time of inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. At cook line handwash sink.
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. Observed 1 cook hired over 60 days, employee unable to locate train8ng certificates.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. By upright cooler. Water etched 67F.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Throughout kitchen.
No light in mens room.
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.