Big Jr's Kitchen

1003 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Panama City, FL 32401

Italian

Last inspected: Oct 22, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Big Jr's Kitchen three times, with records going back to 2024. On Oct 22, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around four violations to closer to zero violations per visit.

Compared to the broader Panama City restaurant scene, where the average is 83, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 22, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Jun 9, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored on shelf about unwashed cabbage and cabbage slaw mix in reach in cooler. Operator properly stored during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-04-5

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed cooked macaroni stored inside T-shirt bad inside reach in cooler.

14-31-5

Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**

53A-07-6

Jan 11, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.

31B-03-4

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

16-37-1

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

31B-02-4

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

31B-04-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Big Jr's Kitchen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Big Jr's Kitchen on file is from Oct 22, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Big Jr's Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Panama City?

Big Jr's Kitchen most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Panama City average of 83.

Has Big Jr's Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Big Jr's Kitchen have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Big Jr's Kitchen 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 Jr's Kitchen inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Big Jr's Kitchen is inspected around two times per year on average.

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