Clemenza's at Uptown
Last inspected: Apr 9, 2026
78
Score
Inspectors have visited Clemenza's at Uptown 10 times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 9, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing”, showing up five times.
That's lower than the typical Fort Walton Beach restaurant, which scores around 96. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 9, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Some employee food handler certificates at establishment expired. Inspector provided flyer for approved food handler training programs in State of Florida.
53B-14-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink at end of cook line has three stainless steel dishes in it. Employees removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Dust buildup on ceiling tiles over cook line.
36-34-5
78
Dec 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food- used as dough storage in walk-in cooler.
14-31-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink in kitchen beside fryer with bowl and strainer stored inside.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink- behind bar.
31B-02-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food- flour.
14-01-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Container with cooking oil stored on floor at dish drying rack.
08B-38-4
64
May 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand washing station next to fryer station items stored inside.
31A-11-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
02D-01-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.
40-06-5
82
Apr 18, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Lisa Colella 3/20/19 ServSafe **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-18: At time of the callback No current Food Manager for establishment. **Time Extended**
53A-03-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exposed studs/joists/rafters present in food preparation or warewashing area. Ceiling / ceiling tiles removed over kitchen make line resulting in open rafters and exposed wiring . Ceiling no longer easily cleanable . **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-18: At time of callback Open rafter ceiling covered Trim work to be finished **Time Extended**
36-58-4
86
Feb 13, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
No Bare Hand Contact with Ready-to-Eat Food
FL-09
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
47
Jun 3, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 2, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Spray can and utensil stored in hand wash sink at end of cook line.
31A-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Dust buildup on ceiling tiles/vent over food prep area. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Single serve products in boxes stored throughout dry storage room up-stairs. **Repeat Violation**
25-05-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Unsealed concrete on floor of walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
78
Mar 21, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed gallon of milk with no date mark. Date of opening determined to be three days ago. Gallon marked with date during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Water turned off at hand washing sink beside cook line. Operator turned water on during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
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/ No certified food manager present with over four employees working. Establishment does has a certified food manager.
53A-05-6
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling area above cook line soiled with dust
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board on cook line. Operator removed cutting board during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans wet nesting on shelf beside dish machine
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil stored on floor in back room with reach in freezer
08B-38-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed boxes of single service containers on floor in upstairs dry storage room.
25-05-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Unsealed concrete on floor of walk-in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop on floor in back room with reach in freezer.
42-01-4
52
Nov 18, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soil debris on meat slicer and floor dough mixer heavily soiled with food debris.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Wood stick stored in sink near back kitchen door.
31A-11-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Drink on expo shelf.
12B-07-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water in ice machine room in between floor tiles.
36-22-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair at entry to walk in cooler room.
36-17-5
Basic - Food storage containers and food paper goods not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor upstairs in dry storage area.
08B-47-4
Basic - Frozen time/temperature control for safety food being slacked at room temperature is no longer frozen solid. Thawing- Meatballs 52F (10:55-11:08 ). Chef placed meatballs in reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
06-06-5
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use on dish shelf and make board.
21-10-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Walk in cooler floor unsealed.
36-02-5
55
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Clemenza's at Uptown last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Clemenza's at Uptown on file is from Apr 9, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Clemenza's at Uptown?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Clemenza's at Uptown.
How does Clemenza's at Uptown compare to other restaurants in Fort Walton Beach?
Clemenza's at Uptown most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Walton Beach average of 96.
Has Clemenza's at Uptown's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Clemenza's at Uptown have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Clemenza's at Uptown 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 Clemenza's at Uptown inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Clemenza's at Uptown is inspected around three times per year on average.
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