Ivy and Ale

222 Staff Dr, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548

Bar / Pub

Last inspected: Mar 12, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Ivy and Ale appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 12, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around zero violations across recent inspections versus roughly two violations before.

The city-wide average for Fort Walton Beach sits at 96, putting Ivy and Ale on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 12, 2026

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Apr 24, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Dec 27, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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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/ No certified food manager for establishment. **Warning**

53A-07-6

Mar 21, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Mar 20, 2024

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Dec 1, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Mar 3, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Upon inspection observed 2 small flying insects in kitchen. No small flying insects observed landing on food/food contact surfaces.

35A-02-6

Nov 18, 2022

Routine - Food

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

View 6 violations

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Plant food stored in Hand wash sink.

41-10-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Blood on cutting board not in use.

22-02-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Plant food and scrubber stored in hand wash sink.

31A-11-4

Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable.

36-11-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Multiple items and chicken, beef, carrots stored in bags not labeled in cold holding unit.

02D-01-5

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ivy and Ale last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ivy and Ale on file is from Mar 12, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

How does Ivy and Ale compare to other restaurants in Fort Walton Beach?

Ivy and Ale most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Walton Beach average of 96.

Has Ivy and Ale's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Ivy and Ale have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Ivy and Ale 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 Ivy and Ale inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Ivy and Ale is inspected around two times per year on average.

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