Sams Seafood and Grill

233 E Nine Mile Rd, Pensacola, FL 32534
Seafood
Last inspected: Feb 26, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk

Public records show eight inspections at Sams Seafood and Grill stretching back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Feb 26, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

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

The pattern that stands out is “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer”, which has been cited two times.

Restaurants in Pensacola average 95, so Sams Seafood and Grill trails the local norm. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 26, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
86
Sep 6, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Feb 5, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
78
Aug 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Upon inspection observed chemical bottle inside hand washing sink by 3 compartment sink in kitchen.
31A-11-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Upon inspection observed ice buildup inside walk-in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
86
Mar 22, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
86
Sep 28, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Upon inspection observed employee drink on top of meat slicer in kitchen.
12B-07-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Upon inspection observed accumulation of ice in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
86
Jan 19, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
90
Aug 18, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink by flat grill in kitchen with utensils and cleaning supplies. Operator moved the supplies to designated areas. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Mop sink was block by chemicals by kitchen.
29-27-4
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sams Seafood and Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sams Seafood and Grill on file is from Feb 26, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sams Seafood and Grill?

Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sams Seafood and Grill.

How does Sams Seafood and Grill compare to other restaurants in Pensacola?

Sams Seafood and Grill most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Pensacola average of 95.

Has Sams Seafood and Grill's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sams Seafood and Grill have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sams Seafood and Grill 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 Sams Seafood and Grill inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Sams Seafood and Grill is inspected around two times per year on average.