Evoke Destin Hotel
Last inspected: Sep 9, 2025
90
Score
Evoke Destin Hotel appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Sep 9, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around eight violations per visit lately, up from roughly zero violations before.
Across the inspection history, “no certified food manager for establishment” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
Compared to the broader Miramar Beach restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 9, 2025
Complaint Partial
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. 3 compartment sink, plumbing and grease trap were removed and replaced. Grease trap is a whole new system. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-08: Observed no plan submitted or approved for changes made in kitchen. Spoke with owner, they are working on using very old original plans to create a new plan and submit to plan review for approval. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-09: No plans submitted per plan review department. **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
90
Jul 8, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 7 minor violations.
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High Priority - Establishment operating with changed menu and/or increased seating without municipal system approval for such change. Provided seating change evaluation form to establishment.
28-12-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Pitcher stored in sink by ice machine.
31A-11-4
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/. This is being addressed on a previous call back inspection.
53A-07-6
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink by 3 compartment sink.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. This is being addressed on a previous call back inspection.
51-16-7
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink by 3 compartment sink.
31B-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink. Butter packet and food debris in 3 compartment sink.
16-07-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. 8 units listed for establishment. Actual seats 34 ( tables and chairs, tables and couches combined between hotel lobby and kitchen.
51-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Case of coffee stored on floor in kitchen.
08B-38-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees by 3 compartment sink.
31B-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Food containers stored on floor in kitchen.
25-05-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Wet soiled cloth stored under drip guard of Orange juice machine.
21-09-4
33
May 7, 2025
Complaint Partial
5 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. No health compliance forms available upon request.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Sanitizer not set up to dispense at 3 compartment sink.
16-59-1
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/. **Warning**
53A-07-6
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. 3 compartment sink, plumbing and grease trap were removed and replaced. Grease trap is a whole new system. **Warning**
51-16-7
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall above grease trap.
36-24-5
Basic - Utility pipes are unnecessarily exposed in kitchen.
36-04-5
Basic - No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items.
16-04-4
Basic - Multiple Ceiling tiles missing above buffet line and in buffet kitchen. 12 tiles missing due to a previous leak on 2nd floor in room 202.
36-36-4
50
Nov 14, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 15, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 1, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 15, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
55
Mar 22, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
52
Jul 13, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spic and span stored on food contact surface. Manager removed chemical and sanitized area. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
31B-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Cups and napkins stored on floor. Manager placed items on the shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Evoke Destin Hotel last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Evoke Destin Hotel on file is from Sep 9, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Evoke Destin Hotel?
Across the inspection record, “no certified food manager for establishment” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Evoke Destin Hotel.
How does Evoke Destin Hotel compare to other restaurants in Miramar Beach?
Evoke Destin Hotel most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Miramar Beach average of 81.
Has Evoke Destin Hotel's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Evoke Destin Hotel have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Evoke Destin Hotel 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 Evoke Destin Hotel inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Evoke Destin Hotel is inspected around three times per year on average.
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