Comfort Inn & Suites

17701 Panama City Beach Pkwy, Panama City Beach, FL 32413
American
Last inspected: Feb 20, 2026
47
Score
High Risk

Public records show four inspections at Comfort Inn & Suites stretching back to 2023. The most recent visit was on Feb 20, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around eight violations per visit versus roughly zero violations earlier in the record.

By comparison, the average Panama City Beach facility scores 84, putting Comfort Inn & Suites on the weaker side. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

4
Inspections
2
Critical latest
3
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 20, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Self service apples not wrapped or protected with sneeze guard. Employee wrapped apples with plastic wrap during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-02-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Shredded cheddar 51F, yogurt packs ambient temp 50F, per employee items out for approximately 3 hours. Cheese voluntarily discarded, yogurts returned to refrigeration. Discussed time as a public health control and better temperature controls with manager. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Area around coffee dispenser nozzle soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No food handler training for Rushine.
53B-13-5
Basic - Interior of toaster has accumulation of crumbs/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Tupperware container in cabinet with degraded plastic.
14-11-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Scoop with no handle in dry grit container.
14-01-5
47
Sep 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
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 no date marked on open milk held overnight.
02C-03-5
90
Jul 5, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 18, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Comfort Inn & Suites last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Comfort Inn & Suites on file is from Feb 20, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Comfort Inn & Suites compare to other restaurants in Panama City Beach?

Comfort Inn & Suites most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Panama City Beach average of 84.

Has Comfort Inn & Suites' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Comfort Inn & Suites have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Comfort Inn & Suites means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Comfort Inn & Suites inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Comfort Inn & Suites is inspected roughly once per year on average.