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ZAXBY'S

2640 CREIGHTON RD, Pensacola FL 32504 · 850-477-0025

Last inspected Aug 6, 2026 · 10 visits since November 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats50
Risk levelRisk Level 1
LicenceSEA2705789
Grade history
MAY 24
JUN 24
SEP 24
FEB 26
AUG 26
▼ IMPROVING

5 inspections trending up, 31 points better than where it started.

Worst finding on record
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 7 rodent droppings observed in dry storage area connected to prep area. Manager swept and sanitized area during inspection.
High priority/35A-04-4/Corrected On-Site/Admin Complaint
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Disciplinary actions

2 cases · $600

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
6--2024040455Jun 12, 2024Aug 20, 2024$200
6--2024031846May 14, 2024Jul 25, 2024$400

Inspection history

10 visits, newest first

Aug 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Equipment in poor repair. Ice bin in back in disrepair. Upon inspection metal sheet not flush with machine and allowing large hole into top of storage area of machine. Metal sheet is also bent in corner, and not allowing a complete closure of the top of the unit when pushed back in place.
Basic/14-11-5
Garbage can/ dumpster located outside has no lid or lid open/broken. Dumpster lid in disrepair.
Basic/33-15-4
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall at wall junction by back door.
Basic/36-24-5
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand washing sink pedals not properly functioning in kitchen. Sink pedals by glass front reach-in cooler not fastened to ground completely, not allowing sink to turn on at all times. Sink pedal missing on other side of wall from drive thru area, but still functional.
Basic/29-08-4
Feb 24, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwashing sinks in kitchen. Manager refilled paper towels during inspection.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Sep 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

4 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In reach-in cooler behind make line for over 4 hours: sliced tomatoes 48f Ambient Cooling, cut lettuce 49f, hard boiled eggs 47f.
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach-in cooler behind make line for over 4 hours: cut lettuce 49f, hard boiled eggs 47f. See stop sale.
High priority/03A-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. In reach-in cooler over behind make line for over 4 hours: sliced tomatoes 48f.
High priority/03D-06-5
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Automatic vacuum breaker missing from splitter attachment at mop sink.
High priority/29-42-4
Jun 13, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 7 rodent droppings observed in dry storage area connected to prep area. Manager swept and sanitized area during inspection.
High priority/35A-04-4/Corrected On-Site/Admin Complaint/Return visit Jun 13, 2024 · No rodent droppings observed upon callback. Admin Complaint
Jun 12, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation (Partial)

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 7 rodent droppings observed in dry storage area connected to prep area. Manager swept and sanitized area during inspection.
High priority/35A-04-4/Corrected On-Site/Admin Complaint
May 16, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 14, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation (Partial)

Ordered shut on the spot. 3 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Approximately 22 rodent droppings observed in the following locations: approximately 20 rodent droppings under dry storage racks leading out to prep area, 2 rodent droppings under drying racks in ware washing area.
High priority/35A-04-4/Warning
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Bag of garbage, debris, and discarded food on pad around dumpster.
Basic/33-19-4
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Old grease on pad around dumpster.
Basic/33-20-4
Feb 26, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 24, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
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. All signed certificates expired. Establishment used Safe Staff.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Jan 24, 2024 · Establishment just received employee food handlers books. Employees will be scheduled to take food handlers training soon. Time Extended
Nov 21, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Mop sink faucet missing automatic vacuum breaker on one side of splitter attachment.
High priority/29-42-4
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. All signed certificates expired. Establishment used Safe Staff.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Back dry stock area has standing water on floor around wall touching walk-in freezer. Condensation observed on pipe going to back of walk-in freezer.
Basic/36-22-4

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.