Papa Surf Burger Bar

4324 W County Hwy 30A, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459

American

Last inspected: Jan 6, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Papa Surf Burger Bar appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2023. The most recent report on file is from Jan 6, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “food stored on floor”, showing up two times.

Restaurants in Santa Rosa Beach average 94, so Papa Surf Burger Bar trails the local norm. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 6, 2026

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed worn/torn gasket on low boy drawer.

14-11-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed two cardboard boxes of fries stored on floor near fryer. Operator moved to walk-in cooler during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

08B-38-4

Sep 22, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Food stored on floor. Waffle fries in kitchen. Operator placed on milk crate during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Standing water in bottom of walk-in-cooler. Observed ice buildup leaking onto floor.

29-49-6

Feb 12, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Sep 19, 2024

Complaint Full

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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

16-37-1

Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

53B-13-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed low boy cooler in downstairs bar area with accumulation of debris.

23-03-4

Feb 22, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

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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/ Jimmy Faulkner

53A-03-7

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

Aug 23, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 minor violation.

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Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Papa Surf Burger Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Papa Surf Burger Bar on file is from Jan 6, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Papa Surf Burger Bar?

Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Papa Surf Burger Bar.

How does Papa Surf Burger Bar compare to other restaurants in Santa Rosa Beach?

Papa Surf Burger Bar most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Santa Rosa Beach average of 94.

Has Papa Surf Burger Bar's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Papa Surf Burger Bar have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Papa Surf Burger Bar 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 Surf Burger Bar inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Papa Surf Burger Bar is inspected around three times per year on average.

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