VILLAGE MARKET AT WATERSOUND TOWN CENTER
86 N WATERSOUND PKWY, Panama City FL 32461
Last inspected Jul 27, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023
JAN 25
AUG 25
MAR 26
APR 26
JUL 26
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Observed sliced Gouda cheese 41F in upright cooler with mold-like growth. See stop sale.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Trash can stored in front of sink on cook line. Employee moved trash can to side of sink.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Provided establishment with both quaternary and chlorine test strips.
No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check sanitizer. Provided establishment with chart for quaternary and chlorine test strips.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink on cook line. Employee stocked paper towels.
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Ice bucket/shovel stored on side of ice machine inverted, not on a clean food contact surface.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer on floor, ceiling and fans.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Scoop handle stored In Hush puppy mix in cold hold drawer on cook line. Employee removed scoop from food.
Apr 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Observed sliced Gouda cheese 41F in upright cooler with mold-like growth. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Held On ice- Cole slaw 55F, sliced tomato 54F, house pimento 47F (9:30-11:30. Employee placed items in walk in freezer to reduce temps.
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 opened package of Sliced Gouda cheese with mold growth in upright cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed broom and dust pan stored in front of hand wash sink in prep kitchen next to ice machine. manager removed broom and dust pan from sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink next to ice machine and in wait/expo location. Employee stocked paper towels at sinks.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed Cast iron frying pan/skillets with rust stored on shelf under microwave shelf.
Ceiling tiles missing in hall next to cook line/ make bars.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a watch while prepping raw chicken on a stick. Employee removed watch.
Food stored on floor. Case of chicken wings stored on floor in walk in cooler, case of shrimp and grouper stored on floor in walk in freezer. Employee stated he came in at 9:30 and food from truck was received prior to 9:30. Observed food on floor at 11:15 am.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 3 sets of tongs stored on oven handle on cook line.
Observed Ice buildup in walk-in freezer on floor under shelves.
Observed employee beverage container in a cold holding upright unit with food to be served to customers.
Observed multiple Cutting boards at make bars that have cut marks and are no longer cleanable.
Stored food not covered. Observed Cinnamon rolls stored on food tray in walk in freezer not covered. employee covered cinnamon rolls with parchment paper.
Mar 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb on left side at mop sink.
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Sink and surface 0 ppm.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing in wait station. Observed ice in bottom of sink in drain.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Wrong test strips for sink and surface sanitizer. Establishment had quart strips.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips for dish machine. Provided establishment with test strips.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface under lemons and pickles in wait station and under milk bath on cook line. Employee removed cloths from food contact surfaces.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer on ceiling, floors and fan pipe.
Aug 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. French fries 130F (3:30-3:45). Employee discarded fries during inspection.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bottle of degreaser stored in 3 compartment sink.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter on the right side added to hose bibb at the mop sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 2 spray bottles of yellowish liquid stored in 3 compartment sink next to degreaser not labeled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic bowl no handle stored in basmati rice in dry storage location.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface under pan of lemons and pan holding ice bin scoop in wait station. Cloth used on food tray under spatula on grill on cook line.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at make bar on front line in wait station.
Ice bucket/shovel stored on top/side of ice machine between uses.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer on floor, ceiling and wall pipes.
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 pano in dry storage location.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in multiple cold holding units and walk in cooler.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use at expo station. 2 soiled dry cloths stored on food contact surface next to steam well near expo from cook line.
Stored food not covered. Ice cream stored in deep freezer on front line in wait station not covered.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet soiled cloth stored on food contact surface near ice bin in wait station.
Jan 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl stored in brown rice bin and in basmati rice bin.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer on fans and ceiling.
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 panko.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use next to bun roller.
Nov 8, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 9, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment updated license during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Collards 113F (10:00-11:00), bacon jam 135F. Black beans 120F, rice 114F ( 10:00-11:00), grits, 183F, grit greens 154F. Employee reheated items to 165F or higher.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb on right side at mop sink.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Dishwasher unable to provide test strips.
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.
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.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface at tea urns in wait station.
Food stored on floor. Case of grouper stored on floor in walk in freezer.
Frozen time/temperature control for safety food being slacked at room temperature is no longer frozen solid. Thawing- grouper 74F (10:30-11:00). Employee placed grouper in walk in cooler.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs stored on oven handle.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees near 2 compartment sink. Provided sight to establishment.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Thawing- grouper 74F (10:30-11:00). Grouper being thawed in standing water in 2 compartment sink.
Dec 15, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Fly sticky strip hanging over food cart near office. Manager removed food cart.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times near expo and wait station. Sink blocked with trash can.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/.
2 Soiled dry wiping cloths in use on cook line at make tables.
Ceiling tile missing in dry storage area over media equipment.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on cook line at make bar.
Oct 9, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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.