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JAASKITCHEN

9956 HUTCHINSON BLVD SUITE 400/B, Panama City Beach FL 32407 · 8502387014

Last inspected Aug 18, 2026 · 12 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats60
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA1305961
Grade history
JAN 25
APR 25
SEP 25
MAR 26
AUG 26
≈ ERRATIC

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

Worst finding on record
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 15 small flies in bar area.
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning
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Inspection history

12 visits, newest first

Aug 18, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation

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

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment open and operating with an expired license at time of inspection.
High priority/50-17-3/Admin Complaint/Return visit Aug 18, 2026 · License still expired at time of callback Admin Complaint
Aug 13, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation

Ordered shut on the spot. 9 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

3 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment open and operating with an expired license at time of inspection.
High priority/50-17-3/Admin Complaint
Roach activity present as evidenced by a total of approximately 39 live roaches found. 1 live in crack on corner of bar, 4 live under bar near hand wash sink, 1 live on side of trash can by front door, 1 live on floor behind trash can by front door. 2 live under front counter, 2 live on floor behind front counter, approximately 8 live on wall by upright reach in, approximately 10 live on wall behind three compartment sink, 1 live in three compartment sink, approximately 3 live in empty bin under prep table, 3 live on low reach in cooler gaskets, 1 live in rice bin, 2 on hand wash sink.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed roach in rice bin.
High priority/01B-13-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at kitchen handwash sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Water damage on ceiling in dining area.
Basic/36-32-5
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door to kitchen
Basic/35B-01-4
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Water pooled in small spot behind bar in missing section of floor covering, water stuck under floor covering.
Basic/36-22-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Debris build up on stove
Basic/23-03-4
Mar 11, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 3, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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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. Machine tested at 0ppm.
High priority/22-41-4/Warning
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Dough stored in plastic togo bags. Operator transferred dough to zip lock bags.
High priority/14-31-5/Corrected On-Site
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk opened 3-1-26, not date marked by 3-3-26. Operator marked milk during inspection.
Intermediate/02C-03-5/Corrected On-Site
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Establishment requires chlorine test strips for dish machine.
Intermediate/16-37-1
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at kitchen handwash sink. Restocked during inspection.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent.
Intermediate/16-59-1/Warning
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door to kitchen.
Basic/35B-01-4
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator removed scoop from ice.
Basic/10-08-5/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Food debris on stove and flat top.
Basic/23-03-4
Sep 10, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 6-1-25
High priority/50-17-3/Admin Complaint
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Thawed swai in grill drawers. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-13-4
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk opened 9-8-25 not dated by 9-10-25. Employee dated milk at time of inspection.
Intermediate/02C-03-5/Corrected On-Site
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Restocked at time of inspection.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Ribs prepared 9-8-25 not marked by 9-10-25. Employee marked item with date at time of inspection.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Thawed swai in grill drawers. See stop sale.
Basic/06-09-1
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door to kitchen.
Basic/35B-01-4
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Soap dispenser installed over ice bin at bar.
Basic/08B-36-4
Grease on wall and floor under hood.
Basic/36-73-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled swinging door to dining area. Grease build up on cooking equipment.
Basic/23-03-4
Apr 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple items inside upright reach in cooler in kitchen.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Basic/51-11-4
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employees electronics above food preparation area on make line.
Basic/40-06-5
Jan 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed cooked pasta stored in non food grade bags.
High priority/14-86-1
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed purple liquid in spray bottle with no label.
Intermediate/41-17-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed underneath grill with build up of grease and food.
Basic/23-03-4
Jul 13, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 5 small flies in bar area. Violation being handles on previous callback.
High priority/35A-02-6
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shrimp stored with raw chicken in same pan. Chicken in ziploc bag but shrimp was open bag.
High priority/08A-20-5
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken thawing in sink with no water running. Manager turned water on.
Basic/06-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Jul 12, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation

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

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 15 small flies in bar area.
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning/Return visit Jul 6, 2023 · Observed 10 flies around bar area. Time Extended/Return visit Jul 12, 2023 · Observed 5 small flies around bar area. Time Extended
Jul 6, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation

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

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 15 small flies in bar area.
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning/Return visit Jul 6, 2023 · Observed 10 flies around bar area. Time Extended
Jul 5, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 15 small flies in bar area.
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired June 1, 2023.
High priority/50-17-3
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1
Clean equipment and utensils stored in a room that is not fully enclosed (open to outdoors/screened). Observed open top freezer stored outside of restaurant next to back door.
Basic/24-24-4

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.