Lillie's Q

9848 Us 98, Miramar Beach, FL 32550

Bar / Pub

Last inspected: Feb 20, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Lillie's Q eight times, with records going back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 20, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around five violations to closer to two violations per visit over the last few inspections.

“Food stored on floor” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.

Lillie's Q's latest score is in line with the Miramar Beach average of 81. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 20, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen next to ice bin.

31B-02-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Pork ribs stored on floor in walk in cooler.

08B-38-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet soiled cloth stored on food contact prep table next to steam well.

21-12-4

Jul 25, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. 6-1-25

50-17-3

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 Cole slaw.

10-01-5

Dec 17, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Food storage bin lids soiled.

22-02-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Mayo stored on floor near oven. Bin of pork stored on floor in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**

08B-38-4

Jul 30, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Jan 31, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink next to make bar. **Repeat Violation**

31B-03-4

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 Cole slaw and potato salad at make bar.

10-01-5

Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use on cutting board at make bar.

21-10-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Onions and raw beef stored on floor in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**

08B-38-4

Nov 8, 2023

Routine - Food

4 major violations. 6 minor violations.

View 10 violations

Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Cooling- beans 87F ( 2:00-3:30 ), cooling -pork butt 77F ( 2:00-3:30 ). Operator placed beans and pork in walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**

03D-15-4

Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Owner Ralph McKennahas scheduled to take certification on Dec 11th, 2023. **Corrective Action Taken**

53A-03-7

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Lid on pot stored in dry storage soiled.

22-02-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Pan of beans stored on outside rim of hand wash sink. Operator removed beans from sink. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.

14-09-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Make table refrigeration unit not in use/ and not working and unplugged. Operator has ordered a new one. **Corrective Action Taken**

14-11-5

Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Walk in cooler floor heavily soiled.

36-01-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. BBQ sauce packets stored on floor in dry storage. Pork back ribs and netted bag of peanuts stored on floor in walk in cooler. Operator removed food from floor and placed on shelf. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

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 brown sugar. Operator removed scoop and placed in ware wash area. **Corrected On-Site**

10-01-5

Basic - Insect control devise on food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Rat trap stored in food bin on food contact shelf. Operator removed trap and placed under shelf, removed bin and sent to ware washing area. **Corrected On-Site**

35B-08-4

Jan 11, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Oct 18, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lillie's Q last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Lillie's Q on file is from Feb 20, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Lillie's Q?

Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Lillie's Q.

How does Lillie's Q compare to other restaurants in Miramar Beach?

Lillie's Q most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Miramar Beach average of 81.

Has Lillie's Q's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Lillie's Q have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Lillie's Q 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 Lillie's Q inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Lillie's Q is inspected around two times per year on average.

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