Canary Lane Cantina
Last inspected: Apr 10, 2026
82
Score
Canary Lane Cantina appears in inspection records 10 times, starting in 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 10, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around five violations to closer to three violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance”, which has been cited three times.
The city-wide average is 81, putting Canary Lane Cantina squarely in typical territory. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
10
Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 10, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Employee placed paper towels on top of dispenser. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-05-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice inside ice bin. **Repeat Violation**
10-08-5
82
Dec 11, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 7, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Black beans 129F (12:30-1:58), barbacoa beef 130F ( 12:30-1:58). Employee reheated beans to 179F and beef to 183F. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Sink blocked with crate, oil jug and cases of chlorine. Employee removed crate, placed chemicals on shelf under 3 compartment sink and placed oil on dry storage shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Kemal Jackson stated he was hired over a year ago. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Ac wall unit at window has gap open to the outside near 3 compartment sink.
35B-12-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry near kitchen door.
42-01-4
64
Feb 26, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
82
Dec 27, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board at make bar soiled/stained.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Basic - Stored food not covered. Cut pineapple stored in upright freezer un covered.
08B-12-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink stored on cutting board at make bar. Employee removed drink from cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
74
Dec 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Multiple chemicals stored in 3 compartment sink.
41-10-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink next to 3 compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. 2 scrubbers stored in sink next to 3 compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice bin soiled.
22-20-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Soda dispenser in disrepair by evidence of cos it ant leaking.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Case of tortilla ps stored on floor next to upright freezer. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Window AC unit has gaps on both sides that opens to the outside. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
58
Aug 3, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
70
Mar 3, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Certified Food Manager or person in charge does not require employees to report illnesses and symptoms as required. Provided establishment with Health reporting requirements.
11-04-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Pot stored in sink. Employee removed pot from sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface under lemonade. Employee removed cloth. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-05-5
74
Nov 4, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Sink by stool with dishes on top. Manager removed stool from sink area. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Cloth used under stand with lemonade. Manager removed cloth from lemonade stand and will sanitize. **Corrective Action Taken**
21-05-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Phones stored on prep table near French fries at heat lamp. Manager removed phones from prep table and will sanitize area. **Corrective Action Taken**
40-06-5
Basic - Exterior window has gap at the top that opens to the outside. Owner in process of repairing gap. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Back of interior ice bin soiled at lid lip. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
74
Jul 8, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-2
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Above hoods. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Under cooking equipment.
36-01-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Air gaps at window on sides of ac unit. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Canary Lane Cantina last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Canary Lane Cantina on file is from Apr 10, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Canary Lane Cantina?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Canary Lane Cantina.
How does Canary Lane Cantina compare to other restaurants in Miramar Beach?
Canary Lane Cantina most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Miramar Beach average of 81.
Has Canary Lane Cantina's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Canary Lane Cantina have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Canary Lane Cantina 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 Canary Lane Cantina inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Canary Lane Cantina is inspected around three times per year on average.
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