WATAGWAN CUISINE
8813 FRONT BEACH RD, Panama City Beach FL 32407
Last inspected Nov 3, 2025 · 7 visits since April 2024
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
4 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
No potable water tank nor waste water tank observed on unit.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
No potable water tank nor waste water tank observed on unit.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 3 high priority.
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Raw chicken feet and raw pork stored in plastic grocery bags. Operator moved items to food grade container at time of inspection.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw pork in reach in cooler. Operator rearranged items during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Oxtail 126F, per employee pulled from heat approximately 30 mins ago.
No hot water on unit, maximum temperature reached 82F. Operator states repair parts are on order.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Operator states cutting board being discarded.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle connected to utilities on more than a temporary basis. Unit permanently plumbed to grease trap on ground outside unit.
Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Observed light coming through back exterior panel in cabinet under sink.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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No certified food manager for establishment. 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 any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dishes stored in hand wash sink. Manager removed.
No certified food manager for establishment. 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 chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips at this time.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels and soap.
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.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed 3 compartment sink set up wash, sanitize and rinse.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed onions and potatoes stored in crate on floor.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
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.