SANDPIPER BEACON BEACH RESORT'S COCONUTS
17458 FRONT BEACH RD, Panama City Beach FL 32413 · 850.234.2154
Last inspected Aug 13, 2026 · 16 visits since December 2023
JAN 25
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JUL 25
OCT 25
AUG 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 13 live roaches in the following areas: 6 on floor next to salad make cooler, 6 on floor of dish area and 1 on floor of bar area.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2025003501 | Jan 8, 2025 | Mar 3, 2025 | $800 |
| 6--2024064944 | Oct 30, 2024 | Dec 19, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
16 visits, newest first
Aug 13, 2026□ Call Back - 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
Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Broken/disconnected drain pipe behind building, sewage from hand wash sinks drain on ground.
Aug 12, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Broken/disconnected drain pipe behind building, sewage from hand wash sinks drain on ground.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pizza station: mozzarella 50F, per manager cheese in cooler approximately 90 mins. Voluntarily discarded during inspection.
Establishment charging operational charges without properly disclosing the information on the menu/web/app and the bill/receipt. Establishment charging a "resort fee" on bill, not disclosed on menu.
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. No training for 2 servers and 1 cook.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled bottle of unknown green liquid, employee discarded liquid at time of inspection. Unlabeled bottle of all purpose cleaner.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Water damage above server station hand wash sink.
Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Hole in back door.
Oct 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than hand washing. dispenser nozzles soaking in bucket of hot water stored in hand sink at bar. Manager removed items from sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in server/expo location. Manager stocked paper towels.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Door gasket on walk in freezer soiled and in disrepair.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable in walk in freezer.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in walk in cooler.
Jul 30, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 29, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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6 live, small flying insects found around bar soda nozzles.
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. Pizza station: shredded cheddar 58/53F at 11:47am, per manager since 7:30am, see stop sale. hollandaise 62F, tuna dip 53F, per manager in pizza cooler over night, see stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pizza station: shredded cheddar 58/53F at 11:47am, per manager since 7:30am, see stop sale. hollandaise 62F, tuna dip 53F, per manager in pizza cooler over night, see stop sale.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Over dish pit area, over cook line hand wash sink, and over server station hand wash sink.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink by back door.
Mar 10, 2025Inspection 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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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. Tested at 0ppm. Operator connected new chlorine to machine and primed. Tested at 100ppm.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. At server station hand wash sink. Trash can placed by sink at time of inspection.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Extinguisher in server station I recharge zone. Operator replaced with a new extinguisher.
Jan 9, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 8, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 4 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 priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shelled eggs stored over sausage in walk in cooler. Manager moved eggs to bottom of shelf.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach on wall in service area and four live on floor under tables in kitchen. Manager killed all and clean and sanitized area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda nozzles and soda holsters at bar with mold like substance in them.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed three dead roaches on floor in prep area of kitchen and one dead inside reach in cooler. Manager cleaned up dead roaches and cleaned and sanitized area.
Nov 1, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 30, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 5 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 priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Observed chlorine sanitizer at 0 ppm. Employee changed out sanitizer. Corrected to 100ppm.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp stored over queso. Manager moved raw shrimp to bottom shelf.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 13 live roaches in the following areas: 6 on floor next to salad make cooler, 6 on floor of dish area and 1 on floor of bar area.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 15 dead roaches in the following areas: 2 inside reach in cooler in kitchen, 5 on floor by salad make cooler in kitchen and 8 on dish area floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in walk in freezer.
Jul 31, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 30, 2024Call 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
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler - Ambient shell eggs 44/45F, sliced cheese 46/45, butter 45, shredded cheese 45/46F ( Per manager less than 4 hrs. ) Produce and beer delivery to walk in cooler during the inspection. Manager advised to monitor walk in cooler temperatures closely to ensure that TCS foods are cold held at or below 41F
Jul 25, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
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. Walk in cooler - Ambient shell eggs 44/45F, sliced cheese 46/45, butter 45, shredded cheese 45/46F ( Per manager less than 4 hrs. ) Produce and beer delivery to walk in cooler during the inspection. Manager advised to monitor walk in cooler temperatures closely to ensure that TCS foods are cold held at or below 41F
Food-contact surface soiled with mold-like substance or slime. Front bar in use soda gun nozzle. Soda gun cleaned and sanitized during the inspection by manager.
Dead roach on premises. One dead roach observed on front bar floor. Dead roach removed and area cleaned during the inspection.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. #1 line make bar
Mar 22, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 14, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dishmachine quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dishwasher machine at 0 ppm for quat sanitizer. Employees set up 3 compartment sink.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef burgers stored over fish but restaurant has consumer advisory. Manager moved burgers to another cooler.
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. Observed grouper in packages thawed with no way for air to escape. Employee cut holes in ROP packaging.
Food stored on floor. Observed frying oil stored on floor of dry storage area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at hand wash sink in kitchen.
Dec 4, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed a can of (Raid)on the cook line.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Manager clean ice machine doing inspection.
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. Mahi,group,snapper.
Hole in or other damage to ceiling arbor stand up double door reach in cooler.
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.