Playa Bowls

700 Pier Park Dr Ste D186, Panama City Beach, FL 32413

American

Last inspected: Feb 23, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Playa Bowls has been inspected four times since 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 23, 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 two violations across recent inspections versus roughly six violations before.

Playa Bowls' latest score of 90 sits above the Panama City Beach average of 84. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 23, 2026

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Jun 16, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Apr 14, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 6 minor violations.

View 12 violations

High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment.

41-05-4

Intermediate - No hot running water at hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink. ( water will not turn on at hot water faucet).

27-06-4

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Mary Walter's hired over 60 days. **Warning**

53B-01-5

Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.

11-26-1

Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels near 3 compartment sink and back door.

31B-05-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing chemical substance not labeled. Spray bottle with blue solution stored on top of microwave not labeled.

41-17-4

Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloths in use and stored on food contact surface next to Nutella sauce bottle.

21-10-4

Basic - Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in freezer. Half of the light is not working and the other half is flashing. Shield cover is hanging down.

38-04-4

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

14-09-4

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- coconut flakes, wheat grass, Gigi berries, granola and cup stored in cacao nibs. Walk in cooler- scoop handle stored in oatmeal. Make bar- scoop handle sliced strawberries and blueberries.

10-01-5

Basic - Open dumpster lid.

33-16-4

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Hot water faucet not working at hand sink next to 3 compartment sink.

29-08-4

May 20, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Playa Bowls last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Playa Bowls on file is from Feb 23, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Playa Bowls compare to other restaurants in Panama City Beach?

Playa Bowls most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Panama City Beach average of 84.

Has Playa Bowls' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Playa Bowls have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Playa Bowls 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 Playa Bowls inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Playa Bowls is inspected around two times per year on average.

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