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Downtown Music Hall

212 Miracle Strip Pkwy Se, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
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Last inspected: Mar 3, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Downtown Music Hall eight times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Mar 3, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “lights in food preparation”, which has been cited two times.

The city-wide average is 96, putting Downtown Music Hall squarely in typical territory. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 3, 2026
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Lights over dishmachine area missing proper shielding.
38-07-4
95
Feb 12, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 4, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0 ppm X multiple attempts **Warning**
22-41-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Florescent lights in kitchen.
38-07-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior bottom shelf has accumulation of soil residues and standing water.
22-16-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Kitchen pizza make bar
29-49-6
74
Aug 6, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jun 3, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged: Cooked chicken wings and diced ham in ziploc bags sitting on top of raw prime rib still in its original packaging. Kitchen Manager moved the ready to eat foods to a higher shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law: Drain line from ice machine draining into hand-wash sink.
28-02-4
74
Mar 11, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Ice buildup on shelves in right side upright reach in freezer near pizza prep area.
14-69-4
95
Nov 28, 2022
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled. Dough mixer soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in ware wash area.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink in ware wash area.
31B-03-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses.
10-12-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
31B-04-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
36-02-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
36-37-5
Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
24-26-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
12B-07-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
14-01-5
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable under sauce shelf, fryer and prep table.
36-11-4
47
Aug 31, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Downtown Music Hall last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Downtown Music Hall on file is from Mar 3, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Downtown Music Hall?

Across the inspection record, “lights in food preparation” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Downtown Music Hall.

How does Downtown Music Hall compare to other restaurants in Fort Walton Beach?

Downtown Music Hall most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Fort Walton Beach average of 96.

Has Downtown Music Hall's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Downtown Music Hall have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Downtown Music Hall 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 Downtown Music Hall inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Downtown Music Hall is inspected around two times per year on average.

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