Papa Joe's Hideaway

104 Perry Ave, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548

Pizza

Last inspected: Dec 11, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Papa Joe's Hideaway has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 11, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

Among Fort Walton Beach restaurants, the typical score is 96; Papa Joe's Hideaway is comfortably above that bar. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Dec 11, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Feb 24, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Aug 26, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Knife Sharpener and can opener next to make bar are soiled/stored is soiled cardboard container.

22-02-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Grease buildup on floor/wall behind fryers.

36-73-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Cooking oil in commercial container stored on floor against walk in cooler. Employee moved containers to storage area off ground. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Jan 17, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Aug 3, 2023

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Feb 28, 2023

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Upon inspection observed small cup in Michigan sauce in walk in cooler. Operator removed small cup during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

14-01-5

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. White upright reach in freezers by back door.

14-69-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt or dust. Upon inspection observed dust build up on interior ceiling of walk in cooler above rack.

23-03-4

Nov 7, 2022

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Upright reach in refrigerator- Ground beef sauce 46f. Operator stated food of concern stored in fridge since day prior. Food of concern discarded during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**

01B-02-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Upright reach in refrigerator- Ground beef sauce 46f. Operator stated food of concern stored in fridge since day prior.

03A-02-5

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

16-37-1

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

53B-14-5

Basic - Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Upon inspection observed gathered water behind grease container.

28-02-4

Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Upon inspection observed drawer in upright reach in refrigerator with duct tape to repair cracked drawer.

14-71-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Papa Joe's Hideaway last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Papa Joe's Hideaway on file is from Dec 11, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

How does Papa Joe's Hideaway compare to other restaurants in Fort Walton Beach?

Papa Joe's Hideaway most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Walton Beach average of 96.

Has Papa Joe's Hideaway's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Papa Joe's Hideaway have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Papa Joe's Hideaway 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 Papa Joe's Hideaway inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Papa Joe's Hideaway is inspected around two times per year on average.

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