Big Boy Oates

1621 Fortune Ave, Panama City, FL 32401
American
Last inspected: Mar 16, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Big Boy Oates four times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent report on file is from Mar 16, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around one violation each.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Panama City restaurant scores 83. The record reflects steady performance over time.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 16, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
90
Jan 13, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 1, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
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Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Gary Oates 5-4-19 **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
82
Feb 10, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - No screening on vents under handwash sink.
35B-13-4
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Big Boy Oates last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Big Boy Oates on file is from Mar 16, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Big Boy Oates compare to other restaurants in Panama City?

Big Boy Oates most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Panama City average of 83.

Has Big Boy Oates' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Big Boy Oates have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Big Boy Oates means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Big Boy Oates inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Big Boy Oates is inspected roughly once per year on average.