WHARF
400 QUIETWATER BEACH RD #13, Pensacola Beach FL 32561 · 850-706-5300
Last inspected Aug 19, 2026 · 13 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections within 3 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Upon complaint inspection observed stationary sewage above floor drain. Floor drain located underneath equipment where cold hold station for raw fish, chicken and shrimp, left side of fryer station in kitchen.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2024024255 | Apr 4, 2024 | May 29, 2024 | $400 |
| 6--2024024269 | Apr 15, 2024 | May 29, 2024 | $200 |
Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Aug 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At outside deck bar.
Water draining onto floor surface. Ceiling drain between three compartments sink and dish machine. Operator has work order.
Jan 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Inside ingredient bins.
May 30, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Grease interceptor/trap overflowing onto floor/ground. Upon complaint inspection observed grease on ground between grease traps. Repeat on Violation 04/04/2024.
Apr 16, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Grease interceptor/trap overflowing onto floor/ground. Upon complaint inspection observed grease on ground between grease traps. Repeat on Violation 04/04/2024.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chicken wings and shucked oysters. Operator placed date mark on items.
Apr 15, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Grease interceptor/trap overflowing onto floor/ground. Upon complaint inspection observed grease on ground between grease traps. Repeat on Violation 04/04/2024.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cole slaw 46f, salsa 45f, pico 46f, sour cream 56f, held more than 4hrs.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cole slaw 46f, salsa 45f, pico 46f, sour cream 56f, held more than 4hrs. items held less than 4hrs: corn pico 50f, lettuce 53f, pico 50f.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. pulled pork 129/133/131f held less than 4hrs.
Clams/mussels/oysters tag missing required information.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand washing station on cook line. Operator placed items at station.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chicken wings and shucked oysters. Operator placed date mark on items.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Small cup inside ready to eat items. Operator removed items.
Clean equipment and utensils not separated from soiled equipment and utensils. Dirty pans stored with clean utensils on shelf on 2nd floor.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. 2nd floor front of ice machine.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Throughout floor on 2nd floor in kitchen.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Juice boxes on floor inside walk in cooler.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water temperature for utensil in standing water 113f,
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler next to entrance of kitchen.
Apr 4, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 4, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Ordered shut on the spot. 7 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 Intermediate4 Basic
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Grease interceptor/trap overflowing onto floor/ground. Upon complaint inspection, enter through access underneath building and observed grease on ground coming from grease trap right side of building.
Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Upon complaint inspection observed stationary sewage above floor drain. Floor drain located underneath equipment where cold hold station for raw fish, chicken and shrimp, left side of fryer station in kitchen.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No water for hand washing station on cook line adjacent stove top grill in kitchen.
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Back kitchen
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Hand washing station next to salad bar in kitchen.
Water draining onto floor surface. Water draining from drain line of three compartment sink in kitchen.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Sand build up underneath ice machine in kitchen.
Sep 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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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/
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Dead roaches on premises. 3 dead roaches underneath equipment on floor near dish machine area. Operator cleaned area.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Box item inside walk in freezer.
Aug 23, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 22, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Cook cooling: items held over night- yellow rice 46f, pasta 48f, cooked beans 45f.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. following items held more than 4hrs: shrimp 48f, pollock 54f, crab cake mix 56f. Cook cooling: items held over night- yellow rice 46f, pasta 48f, cooked beans 45f.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. following items held more than 4hrs: shrimp 48f, pollock 54f, crab cake mix 56f. chicken 50f, fish 49f, gator 60f, oysters 44f, mussels 44f,less than 4hrs. tomatoes 70f, cheese 66f, spinach dip 68f,
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Next to ice machine in kitchen.
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Upright reach in cooler back kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed items inside standing water Observed items thawing at room temperature
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.