The Bay

27 Bay Magnolia Ln, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459

American

Last inspected: Mar 24, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, The Bay has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 24, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around zero violations lately and about two violations before that.

Restaurants in Santa Rosa Beach average 94, so The Bay is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 24, 2026

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Oct 29, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Feb 11, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Sep 9, 2024

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.

12B-07-4

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor under and in front of make table.

36-22-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed ceiling vents in prep area with accumulation of dust.

23-03-4

Feb 13, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Sep 5, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Feb 9, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed large cambro of bacon cabbage cooling overnight in walk-in cooler reading 54F.

01B-02-5

High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed large cambro of bacon cabbage cooling overnight in walk-in cooler reading 54F.

03D-02-5

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall, near chemical storage area.

36-24-5

Sep 27, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 9 minor violations.

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Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use

FL-06

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present

FL-38

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Bay last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Bay on file is from Mar 24, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

How does The Bay compare to other restaurants in Santa Rosa Beach?

The Bay most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Santa Rosa Beach average of 94.

Has The Bay's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at The Bay have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Bay 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 The Bay inspected?

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

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