Miramar Beach, Walton County

POPPY'S SEAFOOD & HAMMERHEADS

138 FISHERMANS COVE, Miramar Beach, FL 32550

FoodSeating
Latest violations
1
1 Basic
May 13, 2026
City
Miramar Beach
County
Walton
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
14

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

May 13, 2026

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 1Total: 1

36-22-4

Detail 24574085

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water in ware wash location.

Dec 30, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 4Total: 4

36-36-4

Detail 24275557

Basic - Ceiling tile missing in ware washing area near handwashing sink and 3 compartment sink.

36-17-5

Detail 24275556

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floors in cook kitchen and ware washing area near in disrepair and not smooth. Repeat Violation

14-69-4

Detail 24275555

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.

36-64-5

Detail 24275558

Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Odor in kitchen on cook line. Floors in disrepair by make table. Odor coming from under floor area.

Feb 26, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 3Basic: 3Total: 7

01B-03-5

Detail 23591015

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Walk in cooler- ROP Mahi 37F thawed inside packaging. Repeat Violation

31B-02-4

Detail 23591019

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink on cook line. Repeat Violation

31B-03-4

Detail 23591014

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink on cook line. Repeat Violation

03F-10-5

Detail 23591017

Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Held on time at room temperature- milk bath 67F (12:00-4:00).

06-09-1

Detail 23591013

Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. ROP Mahi 37F thawed inside packaging. See stop sale. Repeat Violation

36-17-5

Detail 23591018

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair between stove and make bar on cook line.

31B-04-4

Detail 23591016

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees on cook line. Provided a hand wash sign to establishment. Corrected On-Site

Jan 24, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 4Basic: 11Total: 17

01B-03-5

Detail 23501105

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. ROP house tuna dip 39F, ROP mahi 38F, ROP grouper 37F, ROP red fish 36F. Thawed inside package.

03B-01-6

Detail 23501098

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Lobster bisque 118F, chicken gumbo 127F (12:00-1:30). Chef had employee reheat food above 165 to hot hold. Recheck- bisque 189F, gumbo 191F. Corrected On-Site

31A-11-4

Detail 23501099

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Scrubber stored in sink bar breading station. Chef removed scrubber from sink. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

31B-02-4

Detail 23501110

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink on cook line.

31B-03-4

Detail 23501100

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink on cook line.

03G-50-1

Detail 23501102

Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. In house ROP tuna dip. See stop sale.

22-20-5

Detail 23501104

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Small amount of build up on interior of ice machine. Outer lip touches outer rust on equipment.

14-09-4

Detail 23501103

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at make bar. Repeat Violation

35B-01-4

Detail 23501108

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the side that opens to the outside in kitchen. Repeat Violation

36-22-4

Detail 23501111

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water on cook line near fryers, and flat top. Repeat Violation

36-11-4

Detail 23501114

Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable on cook line.

14-69-4

Detail 23501109

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up in walk in freezer on floor. Repeat Violation

10-01-5

Detail 23501112

Basic - 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 pan of Cole slaw in upright glass cooler. Chef discarded Cole slaw and sent scoop to warehouse washing area.. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

31B-04-4

Detail 23501106

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees on cook line.

21-10-4

Detail 23501107

Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth stored on flat top and cutting board on cook line. Chef removed cloths from food contact surfaces. Corrected On-Site

08B-12-5

Detail 23501101

Basic - Stored food not covered. Portioned Cole slaw stored in upright glass cooler not covered. Hush puppies and alligator hushpuppies stored in upright freezer not covered. Repeat Violation

06-01-5

Detail 23501113

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. ROP house tuna dip 39F, ROP mahi 38F, ROP grouper 37F, ROP red fish 36F. Thawed inside packaging. See stop sale.

Jan 17, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 3Total: 3

22-20-5

Detail 22570639

Basic - Accumulation of pink mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Repeat Violation

29-08-4

Detail 22570637

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Pipe under 3 compartment sink broke and draining on floor in front of drain.

29-03-4

Detail 22570638

Basic - Water draining onto floor surface from wall at hand wash sink.

Jul 14, 2023

Complaint Full

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 2Basic: 1Total: 3

11-03-5

Detail 22124521

Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. Provided establishment with Health reporting requirements and form.

31A-11-4

Detail 22124523

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bucket and jug stored in sink on cook line. Repeat Violation

10-01-5

Detail 22124522

Basic - 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 in flour.

Apr 17, 2023

Complaint Partial

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jan 25, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 2Basic: 15Total: 18

01B-07-4

Detail 21727176

High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. Halved tomatoes 38F stored in reach in cooler at make bar moldy. Manager immediately discarded tomato prior stop sale. Corrected On-Site

11-03-5

Detail 21727186

Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. Provided establishment with health reporting form and requirements. Corrective Action Taken

31A-11-4

Detail 21727183

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Soiled cloth stored in hand wash sink on cook line. Manager removed cloth from sink. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

22-20-5

Detail 21727190

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Repeat Violation

36-51-4

Detail 21727180

Basic - Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Walk in freezer door is not self closing.

36-36-4

Detail 21727188

Basic - Ceiling tile missing over make bar in kitchen.

36-34-5

Detail 21727184

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents soiled in kitchen. Repeat Violation

21-17-4

Detail 21727185

Basic - Clean linens stored on floor in dry storage.

50-09-4

Detail 21727177

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Repeat Violation

14-09-4

Detail 21727178

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Repeat Violation

14-11-5

Detail 21727182

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler (not in use) door sitting on floor. Repeat Violation

35B-01-4

Detail 21727175

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back kitchen door propped open.

36-22-4

Detail 21727181

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water on cook line and in ware washing area and 3 compartment sink area. Repeat Violation

14-69-4

Detail 21727187

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Repeat Violation

10-01-5

Detail 21727191

Basic - 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 fish fry seasoning. Manager removed scoop and sent to ware washing area. Corrective Action Taken

12B-13-4

Detail 21727179

Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drink stored in reach in freezer.

25-05-4

Detail 21727189

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Box of cups and lids stored on floor near entry door and bar.

08B-12-5

Detail 21727174

Basic - Stored food not covered. Lobster and snow crab stored in walk in cooler not covered.

Sep 1, 2022

Complaint Full

Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Aug 31, 2022

Complaint Full

Warning Issued

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 7Basic: 9Total: 18

01B-02-5

Detail 21323947

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Shucked oysters 51F, bagged un shucked oysters 46F ( held overnight ). See stop sale. Repeat Violation Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 21323953

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Shucked oysters 51F, bagged un shucked oysters 46F ( held overnight ). See stop sale. Repeat Violation Warning

01C-05-4

Detail 21323957

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.

01C-03-4

Detail 21323961

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Repeat Violation

01C-02-4

Detail 21323949

Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. Missing tags, could not locate tags for 8/26/22 and 8/27/22.

31A-09-4

Detail 21323960

Intermediate - Handwash sink at oyster shucking station not accessible for employee use at all times. Sink blocked by trash can. Employee removed trash can from sink. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

02B-01-5

Detail 21323954

Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Ahi tuna succotash not identified on menu as being raw/ undercooked. Repeat Violation Warning

31B-02-4

Detail 21323948

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at bar.

31B-03-4

Detail 21323955

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink at bar.

22-20-5

Detail 21323962

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin In both restaurants.

36-34-5

Detail 21323958

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.

14-09-4

Detail 21323956

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.

14-11-5

Detail 21323950

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Walk in cooler door is in disrepair. Repeat Violation

36-22-4

Detail 21323952

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In dish wash area and expo line.

36-17-5

Detail 21323959

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair at bar area.

14-36-5

Detail 21323946

Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation and air gap at bottom of door.

31B-04-4

Detail 21323963

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in women's restroom. Repeat Violation

02D-01-5

Detail 21323951

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour and fish fry transferred to bins not labeled.

Sep 1, 2022

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jan 10, 2022

Routine - Food

Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 3Basic: 3Total: 7

35A-04-4

Detail 20774674

High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. One dropping on dish machine on Hammerheads side. Operator removed during inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

22-02-4

Detail 20774678

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener. Operator cleaned and sanitized during inspection. Corrected On-Site

31A-09-4

Detail 20774679

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink in oyster area had green scrubbies, handwash sink in bar of hammerheads with cambro, handwash sink in poppy's had a towel. Operator removed all items during inspection. Corrected On-Site

02B-01-5

Detail 20774677

Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Ahi tuna salad not identified on Poppy's Menu. Warning

24-05-4

Detail 20774676

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Mixing bowls and pots. Operator flipped them over during inspection. Corrected On-Site

14-11-4

Detail 20774675

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Walk in cooler door panel missing. Repeat Violation

05-09-4

Detail 20774673

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In 1st reach in cooler on Hammerheads side.

Nov 17, 2021

Complaint Full

Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Nov 16, 2021

Complaint Full

Warning Issued

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 8Total: 10

35A-04-4

Detail 20664637

High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 1 dead rodent dropping on dish machine in Hammerheads. Operator removed during inspection and cleaned and sanitized area . Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

01C-03-4

Detail 20664635

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.

14-01-5

Detail 20664632

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Metal bowls in flour and cornmeal on Hammerheads side. Metal platter in flour on Poppy's side. Operator removed bowls and platters during inspection. Corrected On-Site

50-09-4

Detail 20664629

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Operator was able to print license during inspection. Corrected On-Site

35A-03-4

Detail 20664630

Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead on floor to left of handwash sink at end of the line in Hammerheads. Operator removed during inspection Operator cleaned and sanitized during inspection. . Corrected On-Site Warning

12B-07-4

Detail 20664628

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on cutting board of first station on Hammerheads side. Operator removed during inspection. Corrected On-Site

40-06-5

Detail 20664631

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cellphone on cutting board on Poppy's side. Operator removed during inspection. Corrected On-Site

14-11-4

Detail 20664634

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Walk in cooler door panel missing. Various lid covers on makebar stations broken.

14-69-4

Detail 20664636

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in walk in freezer. 38° ambient in walk in freezer. Employees were taking all product across street to their other restaurant freezer during inspection. Operator has a call in with repair man. Repair man coming tomorrow. Corrective Action Taken

29-49-6

Detail 20664633

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. 1st reach in cooler on line in Hammerheads.