Autentika Mexican Grille
Last inspected: Jan 27, 2026
55
Score
Autentika Mexican Grille appears in inspection records 11 times, starting in 2022. The most recent visit was on Jan 27, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around one violation to closer to five violations.
Compared to other Panama City Beach restaurants (averaging 84), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
11
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 27, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
55
Jul 11, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
64
Oct 2, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
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High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed refried beans cooling on counter at 115F after 1.5 hours. Manager had employee put beans in reach in cooler with top off. **Corrective Action Taken**
03D-01-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed chlorine sanitizer in bar sink but no chlorine strips. Manager cleaned out sink and changed to quat sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site**
16-37-1
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
70
Jul 26, 2024
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Jul 25, 2024
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation.
View 3 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
64
Jul 18, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
82
Jul 17, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 3 live roaches in the following areas: 1 on wall above hand wash sink in kitchen, 1 on floor of kitchen under refrigerator and 1 on floor in front of bar area. **Admin Complaint**
35A-05-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - 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/
53A-05-6
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 8 dead roaches in the following areas: 3 on floor in front of bar and 5 on floor of dry storage area in back room. **Admin Complaint**
35A-03-4
67
Jan 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shelled eggs stored over ready to eat steak and over raw sausage. Employee moved all meat to different shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottles in server area with no label. Server labeled both bottles. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed silverware stored with food contact surface up. Employee took forks back to get washed again and inverted. **Corrective Action Taken**
24-18-4
Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed pans stored next to hand wash sink in kitchen exposed to splash. Employee moved pans to different area of kitchen. **Corrected On-Site**
24-27-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed cups stacked while still wet. Employee moved all cups to dish area. **Corrective Action Taken**
24-08-4
67
Jul 20, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda gun behind bar with mold like substance. Bartender cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth sitting on table. Manager put in sanitizer bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
86
Feb 22, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed pesticide spray can sitting on clean bowls in dishwashing area. Employee moved to back of restaurant and washed bowls. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink behind bar has towels stored in it. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
11-26-1
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile with water damage from small leak in roof. Owner states maintenance coming out today to fix leak. **Corrective Action Taken**
36-32-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed bins in dry storage area with broken lid for rice and beans.
08B-12-5
58
Dec 13, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. Observed bar moved from one side of the restaurant to the other side including moving hand sink and 3 compartment sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-13: No plan submitted at this time. Emailed operator copy of plan referral form for reference. **Time Extended**
51-16-7
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Autentika Mexican Grille last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Autentika Mexican Grille on file is from Jan 27, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
How does Autentika Mexican Grille compare to other restaurants in Panama City Beach?
Autentika Mexican Grille most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Panama City Beach average of 84.
Has Autentika Mexican Grille's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Autentika Mexican Grille have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Autentika Mexican Grille means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Autentika Mexican Grille inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Autentika Mexican Grille is inspected around four times per year on average.
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