Dude and Meatballs
Last inspected: Nov 5, 2025
90
Score
Across the available record, Dude and Meatballs has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Nov 5, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around one violation across recent inspections versus roughly four violations before.
Looking across the full record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.
The city-wide average for Miramar Beach sits at 81, putting Dude and Meatballs on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 5, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in multiple cold holding units.
05-09-4
90
Mar 26, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 25, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Sewage on ground of establishment next to grease trap and establishment pipes and sewage pipes. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-12: Establishment not open and operating at time of inspection. Owner is waiting on plumber to arrive and snake pipes and run a camera through pipes to access the problem and repair the issue. **Admin Complaint** **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-25: Establishment open and operating. Observed sewage on ground and pipes leaking at grease trap under building. **Admin Complaint**
28-13-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Establishment has called a plumber. Toilet not flushing properly. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-12: Observed establishment not open at time of inspection. Owner waiting on plumber to arrive and repair flush on toilet. **Admin Complaint** **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-25: Establishment open and operating. Observed toilet not flushing / functioning properly. **Admin Complaint**
32-23-5
82
Mar 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Sewage on ground of establishment next to grease trap and establishment pipes and sewage pipes. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-12: Establishment not open and operating at time of inspection. Owner is waiting on plumber to arrive and snake pipes and run a camera through pipes to access the problem and repair the issue. **Admin Complaint** **Corrective Action Taken**
28-13-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Establishment has called a plumber. Toilet not flushing properly. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-12: Observed establishment not open at time of inspection. Owner waiting on plumber to arrive and repair flush on toilet. **Admin Complaint** **Corrective Action Taken**
32-23-5
82
Mar 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow Devices
FL-28
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
64
Dec 14, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all time on cook line. Sink blocked with trash can. **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board soiled on cook line.
22-02-4
Basic - Bathroom facility in disrepair. Hole in bathroom ceiling. **Repeat Violation**
32-05-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing in dry storage area. Tile sagging near 3 compartment sink. Ceiling tile missing on cook line. **Repeat Violation**
36-36-4
Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface under shell eggs in reach in cooler. Manager removed cloth from eggs. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-05-5
70
Aug 3, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
61
Nov 8, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 7 minor violations.
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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
29-34-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Can opener missing screw and not secured to table . **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water in walk in cooler, cook kitchen and prep kitchen near 3 compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
36-22-4
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable.
36-11-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave soiled.
22-08-4
Basic - Soiled cloths, linen, aprons, coats, or other uniform apparel not kept in a suitable container prior to laundering. Apron stored on food cart next to steam well.
21-14-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Parsley and flour not labeled.
02D-01-5
Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface on food cart under spices and oils.
21-05-5
61
Aug 17, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
5 major violations. 12 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
53A-07-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Trash can stored in front of sink in cook line. Operator removed trash can from sink area. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Pitcher stored in sink on cook line. Operator removed pitcher from sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in cook line.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin at outside bar.
22-20-5
Basic - Bathroom facility in disrepair. Vent cover missing. Hole in ceiling.
32-05-4
Basic - Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Vent cover hanging from ceiling near dry storage.
36-51-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Condenser leaking in walk in cooler.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water in walk in cooler.
36-22-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed under equipment in cook line.
36-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Graham crackers stored on floor in dry storage. Operator removed food from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall above walk in cooler.
36-24-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in restroom.
31B-04-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust behind steam well.
36-27-5
33
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Dude and Meatballs last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Dude and Meatballs on file is from Nov 5, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Dude and Meatballs?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Dude and Meatballs.
How does Dude and Meatballs compare to other restaurants in Miramar Beach?
Dude and Meatballs most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Miramar Beach average of 81.
Has Dude and Meatballs' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Dude and Meatballs have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Dude and Meatballs 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 Dude and Meatballs inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Dude and Meatballs is inspected around three times per year on average.
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