WALDO'S CHICKEN & BEER
10562 US HWY 98 W, UNIT 169, Miramar Beach FL 32550 · 850.600.1639
Last inspected Jul 20, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 17 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot hold- greens 132F ( reheating- 186F).
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 20, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 17, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler-Raw chicken wings 47F, raw chicken thighs 47F, chicken wings cooling 57F (10:30-11:24), milk 49F (10:30-11:30). Cold hold- reach in cooler/make bar-Breaded station- Chicken thigh 46F, chicken tender 48F, milk bath 49F, milk 49F (10:30-11:29). Manager had employee place all items on ice.
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Sani bucket- sink and surface sanitizer solution 0 ppm. Manager corrected to 700 ppm.
Feb 5, 2026Inspection 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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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times in ware wash location. White brute fry bin container stored in front of hand wash sink. Employee removed bin from in front of sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in ware wash location. Manager stocked paper towels in dispenser during inspection.
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 flour. Employee removed scoop from flour.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Jul 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 3, 2025Inspection 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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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over shell eggs in walk in cooler. Manager corrected rotation of food.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Fork stored in hand wash sink in ware washing area.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at chlorine warewashing machine. Inspector provided test strips to establishment until their order comes in.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl stored in seasoned flour and flour. Manager removed bowls from food.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone, purse and jacket stored on food prep table next to scale. Jacket stored on food shelf next to seasoning. Employee removed items from food contact shelves.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Aug 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb on left side. Vacuumed breaker was place in wrong location.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink in warehouse washing area. Manager stated hand wash sink had a leak so they turned the water off to it.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Small ceiling tile missing near back exit door.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. A purse and backpack stored on food contact surface shelf in bar area.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Left side of hand wash sink is missing faucet handle in ware washing area.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. 2 ice scoop handles stored in ice bin at bar. Employee removed both ice scoops from ice.
Dec 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot hold- greens 132F ( reheating- 186F).
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Sink near ware washing area blocked with large pot. Pot was removed from sink area.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Held on time- blanched fries (10:00-2:00),biscuit mix (11:00-3:00). Provided establishment with written procedure form. Manager filled out form..
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Manager is in process of printing and hanging License..
Stored food not covered. Cut potato wedges stored in walk in cooler uncovered. Manage covered potatoes with parchment paper.
Oct 31, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb on both sides.
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/
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Blanched fries 67F (9:30-1:30). Provided establishment form to hold potatoes on time.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
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