Hampton Inn & Suites

2909 Thomas Dr, Panama City Beach, FL 32408

American

Last inspected: Oct 22, 2024

Score

High Risk

Going back to 2022, Hampton Inn & Suites has three inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Oct 22, 2024. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around four violations to closer to six violations.

Across the inspection history, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

That's lower than the typical Panama City Beach restaurant, which scores around 84. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 22, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Boiled eggs 58F, cream cheese 64F, on buffet line at 10:00am, per employee items set out at 6am. **Repeat Violation**

01B-02-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Boiled eggs 58F, cream cheese 64F, on buffet line at 10:00am, per employee items set out at 6am. Per employee items are placed back in cold storage after Buffett. See stop sale **Repeat Violation**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee provided paper towels during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Piece of coffee maker stored in hand wash sink. Employee removed item at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bottles of glass cleaner and peroxide not labeled. Employee labeled bottles at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Paper plates on buffet line not inverted. Employee inverted plates at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

25-06-4

Apr 10, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 5 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Nov 7, 2022

Food-Licensing Inspection

2 critical violations. 1 major violation.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Boiled eggs 62F, per manager eggs held out from 6am to 10am, no written procedures. Provided Time as a Public Health Control form to establishment.

03A-02-5

High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Employee washed and rinsed dishes, no sanitizer step. Employee set up sanitizer sink and rewashed dishes. **Corrected On-Site**

22-45-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.

31B-02-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hampton Inn & Suites last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hampton Inn & Suites on file is from Oct 22, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hampton Inn & Suites?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Hampton Inn & Suites.

How does Hampton Inn & Suites compare to other restaurants in Panama City Beach?

Hampton Inn & Suites most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Panama City Beach average of 84.

Has Hampton Inn & Suites' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Hampton Inn & Suites have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Hampton Inn & Suites means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Hampton Inn & Suites inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Hampton Inn & Suites is inspected around two times per year on average.

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