Blue Mabel

2260 W Hwy 30A, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
American
Last inspected: Apr 8, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged 10 inspections at Blue Mabel, the earliest from 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 8, 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 two violations each.

Across the inspection history, “bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

The city-wide average sits at 94, which Blue Mabel's 90 doesn't quite reach. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 8, 2026
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. On the white skirting inside bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Sugar and flour. Food handler removed bowls during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
90
Jan 30, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 29, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
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High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 37 rodent droppings in the dry storage area in the following locations: 1 on kosher pickle chip lid, 4 on top of pizza sauce can, one on lid of container labeled rice, 2 on lid of container labeled choc chips, 22 on lid of container labeled ketchup, 3 on lid of baking soda container, 3 on meat slicer, 2 on baking sheets. **Warning**
35A-04-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Leo Hanks
53B-02-5
78
Jul 30, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed small section of ceiling tile missing above hood vents.
36-36-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar, flour
02D-01-5
90
Jan 16, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall located in hallway beside walk-in cooler.
36-24-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed accumulation of debris on walk-in cooler shelving.
23-03-4
78
Sep 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan guards in walk-in cooler with accumulation of debris.
23-03-4
95
Mar 20, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 7, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 17, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food, rice
14-01-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone and charging cord stored above make table. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
90
Oct 28, 2022
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Blue Mabel last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Blue Mabel on file is from Apr 8, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Blue Mabel?

Across the inspection record, “bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Blue Mabel.

How does Blue Mabel compare to other restaurants in Santa Rosa Beach?

Blue Mabel most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Santa Rosa Beach average of 94.

Has Blue Mabel's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Blue Mabel have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Blue Mabel 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 Blue Mabel inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Blue Mabel is inspected around three times per year on average.