Papi's Tacos

817 Harbor Blvd 27, Destin, FL 32541

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Feb 27, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Papi's Tacos has five inspections on file, the first dated 2024. On Feb 27, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “no conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer”, showing up two times.

Papi's Tacos scores about where you'd expect for a Destin restaurant. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 27, 2026

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Rear ware wash / prep area .

36-34-5

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Glass door upright reach in coolers **Repeat Violation**

05-09-4

Sep 24, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Self-service salsa bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. Front seating area.

08B-01-4

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Rear chest freezer Repackaged raw chicken over repackaged raw beef All frozen solid

08A-17-6

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometers in holding units. Kitchen - Upright glass door reach in coolers .

05-09-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Ware-wash area under triple sink.

36-73-4

Mar 26, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Chest freezer Open box of raw bacon stored over fries

08A-02-6

Sep 10, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw beef in container over raw whole potatoes in upright cooler . Raw beef relocated to proper storage during the inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-04-5

Mar 20, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 minor violation.

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Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present

FL-38

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Papi's Tacos last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Papi's Tacos on file is from Feb 27, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Papi's Tacos?

Across the inspection record, “no conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Papi's Tacos.

How does Papi's Tacos compare to other restaurants in Destin?

Papi's Tacos most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Destin average of 90.

Has Papi's Tacos' inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Papi's Tacos 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 Papi's Tacos inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Papi's Tacos is inspected around three times per year on average.

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