Emeril's Coastal
Last inspected: May 7, 2025
86
Score
Inspectors have visited Emeril's Coastal six times, with records going back to 2022. On May 7, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around four violations across recent inspections versus roughly seven violations before.
“Small amount of accumulation” comes up most often, recorded five times in the inspection record.
Emeril's Coastal's latest score of 86 sits above the Miramar Beach average of 81. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 7, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Test strips are on order per chef. Inspector provided strips to establishment. **Corrected On-Site**
16-37-1
Basic - Small amount of Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
86
Jan 29, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Pan and knife stored in sink by kitchen entry. Employee removed pan and knife from sink and sent to warehouse washing area. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Sink blocked with broom and trash can. **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer on floor and to right of interior door.
14-69-4
70
Apr 11, 2024
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Drain cover removed to repair an on/off clog. Technician has been contacted. **Corrective Action Taken**
29-18-4
Basic - In-use utensil for non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored in a clean, protected location. Employee wearing a soiled apron with in use tongs hanging from apron. Chef had employee change apron and send tongs to warehouse washing. **Corrected On-Site**
10-04-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle stored in corn meal. Chef removed scoop from corn meal. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Multiple Soiled dry wiping cloths in use. **Repeat Violation**
21-10-4
78
Dec 14, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times on cook line and prep kitchen. Sink blocked with trash can and floor blower. Chef removed trash can and blower from hand sink areas. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Held on time- cream cheese ravioli with sauce (5:15-9:15), butter (4:00-8:00). Provided establishment with written form, chef added items to form. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-10-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface in multiple areas of kitchen and front line over and under food. Chef had employees remove cloths from food contact surfaces. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-05-5
74
Jan 31, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Certified Food Manager or person in charge does not require employees to report illnesses and symptoms as required. Provided establishment with health reporting requirements. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-04-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. 1 cutting board at make table has deep grooves. Chef has an order in to replace all cutting boards. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Scoop handle stored in flour. Chef removed scoop and sent to ware washing area. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-08-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Red fish stored in walk in cooler not covered. Chef had fish covered with parchment paper. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
70
Nov 1, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 12 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. **Repeat Violation**
29-34-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.
16-13-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle stored in cake flour. **Repeat Violation**
10-01-5
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use in multiple areas in kitchen at make bars and tables.
21-10-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Duck wings and Brussels in walk in cooler stored uncovered.
08B-12-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface in multiple res through out kitchen and under oysters.
21-05-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee drinking in a food preparation or other restricted area on cook line.
12B-02-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Phone stored on utensils on cutting board on cook line.
40-06-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Emeril's Coastal last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Emeril's Coastal on file is from May 7, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Emeril's Coastal?
Across the inspection record, “small amount of accumulation” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Emeril's Coastal.
How does Emeril's Coastal compare to other restaurants in Miramar Beach?
Emeril's Coastal most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Miramar Beach average of 81.
Has Emeril's Coastal's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Emeril's Coastal have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Emeril's Coastal 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 Emeril's Coastal inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Emeril's Coastal is inspected around two times per year on average.
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