Cracker Barrel #749
Last inspected: Jan 21, 2026
95
Score
Going back to 2022, Cracker Barrel #749 has 14 inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Jan 21, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
Cracker Barrel #749's latest score of 95 sits above the Panama City average of 83. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
14
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 21, 2026
Complaint Partial
1 minor violation.
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Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
95
Jan 12, 2026
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
55
Jul 23, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 22, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
58
Jan 14, 2025
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Sink and Surface sanitizer tested with establishments test strips at 1.17/170 DDBSA/Lactic acid. Manager made new solution, tested at 400/1875 **Corrected On-Site**
22-43-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cole slaw on expo make table 46F, per manager Cole slaw placed out on make table approximately 90 minutes prior. Voluntarily discarded at time of inspection.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Eggs on cook line counter, no time mark. Manager put tag with time on eggs at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-02-5
High Priority - Presence of insects. Dead insects observed in light shield over employee break room. Light shield cleaned at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-09-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle labeled as multi surface cleaner, per manager bottle contains eco lab sink and surface cleaner. Manager labeled bottles correctly at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelves and speed rack in walk-in cooler soiled.
23-03-4
47
Dec 4, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 3, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
86
Dec 2, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Irreversible thermometer indicated a maximum temperature of 125F at dish surface. Digital display on machine reading 83F. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-25: Observed dish machine sanitizer, heat, still not working. Manager stated dish machine booster heater needs work according to Hobart technician. They have been called. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-02: Inspector's irreversible thermometer reading 138F at dish surface, establishment's temp strips did not change color digital display shows 67F for final rinse. Manager states machine was repaired and has been reading 187F **Time Extended**
22-57-6
86
Nov 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Irreversible thermometer indicated a maximum temperature of 125F at dish surface. Digital display on machine reading 83F. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-25: Observed dish machine sanitizer, heat, still not working. Manager stated dish machine booster heater needs work according to Hobart technician. They have been called. **Time Extended**
22-57-6
86
Nov 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations.
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High Priority - Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Irreversible thermometer indicated a maximum temperature of 125F at dish surface. Digital display on machine reading 83F. **Warning**
22-57-6
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. pancake batter made at approximately 9:30am 60F at 9:45, down to 57F at 11:10. Manager put batter in walk-in for better cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
03D-15-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No proof of current certification for person in charge Ann Merryweather.
53A-01-7
Intermediate - Temperature not monitored, not recorded and/or the records not maintained for 6 months during cooling process of cook-chill/sous vide reduced oxygen packaged food. Operator unable to produce records for October and September.
03G-18-5
Intermediate - Water pressure lacking at fixtures that require the use of water due to water main break during inspection. Establishment voluntarily closed. **Warning**
27-17-4
58
Dec 22, 2023
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
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
45
Aug 10, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
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Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
86
Jan 18, 2023
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
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No Bare Hand Contact with Ready-to-Eat Food
FL-09
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
70
Aug 25, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Under side of mixer. Employee cleaned at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Vacuum sealer around heat strip. Employee cleaned at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
Basic - Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Water leak in ceiling in front of dish room
28-02-4
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cracker Barrel #749 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cracker Barrel #749 on file is from Jan 21, 2026. The public record contains 14 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cracker Barrel #749?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Cracker Barrel #749.
How does Cracker Barrel #749 compare to other restaurants in Panama City?
Cracker Barrel #749 most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Panama City average of 83.
Has Cracker Barrel #749's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cracker Barrel #749 have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Cracker Barrel #749 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 Cracker Barrel #749 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Cracker Barrel #749 is inspected around four times per year on average.
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