The Dwarf Chicken
Last inspected: Apr 22, 2026
74
Score
The health department has logged 16 inspections at The Dwarf Chicken, the earliest from 2022. The Dwarf Chicken was last inspected on Apr 22, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “roach activity present as evidenced”, showing up five times.
Compared to other Pensacola restaurants (averaging 95), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
16
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 22, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 8 live roaches in the following locations: 2 on floor under reach-in freezers by storage hallway, 4 on floor in employee restroom marked 'out of order' by reach-in cooler and freezers by storage hallway, 1 on wall behind 3 compartment sink, and 1 under 3 compartment sink on grease trap. **Warning**
35A-05-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 4 dead roaches in pooling oil under fryers. **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand washing leaking from wall by back door.
29-11-4
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Floor worn out and peeling in front of reach-in coolers. Floor under fryers soiled with pooling oil.
36-10-4
74
Dec 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
78
Jun 9, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
May 22, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling tiles in kitchen are absorbent and not easily cleanable. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls soiled with grease build-up.
36-27-5
90
Mar 21, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 20, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed five live roaches behind reach-in coolers next to employee bathroom on service line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-19: During callback, observed four live roaches in the following locations: two on floor behind front counter and two on reach in freezer in kitchen by back door. Operator killed all roaches and cleaned and sanitized locations. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-19: During callback, observed three live roaches and four dead roaches on floor in kitchen in various locations. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-20: Upon callback, observed four live roaches in the following locations: one moving under reach-in cooler under service window, one on top of reach-in freezer next to employee bathroom, one on wall under hand wash sink next to exit, and one running under reach-in cooler near exit. Approximately eight dead roaches observed behind reach-in coolers and freezers between service window and employee bathroom. **Time Extended**
35A-05-4
86
Mar 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed five live roaches behind reach-in coolers next to employee bathroom on service line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-19: During callback, observed four live roaches in the following locations: two on floor behind front counter and two on reach in freezer in kitchen by back door. Operator killed all roaches and cleaned and sanitized locations. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-19: During callback, observed three live roaches and four dead roaches on floor in kitchen in various locations. **Time Extended**
35A-05-4
86
Mar 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed five live roaches behind reach-in coolers next to employee bathroom on service line. **Warning**
35A-05-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
82
Dec 9, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 30, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
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. Operator unable to provide proof of any training. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling tiles are absorbent and not easily cleanable.
36-37-5
86
Feb 5, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Upon inspection observed dishes inside employee hand washing sink.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Upon inspection no written plan was provided for time temperature control procedures.
03F-10-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Upon inspection observed 2 dead roaches behind friyer
35A-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Upon inspection observed hood floors behind fryers soiled with accumulation of grease. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Upon inspection observed damaged and stained ceiling tiles throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
67
Dec 1, 2023
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Nov 30, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by a total of 8 live roaches found under reach in freezer next to pass-through window. **Warning**
35A-05-4
Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-07-6
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tiles through kitchen soiled and damaged. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Buckets of grease knocked over around grease receptacle.
33-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease. Fryer hood filters soiled with grease, dripping down wall. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
67
Feb 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Shredded Lettuce 50F, Sliced Tomato 48F - Held at Room temperature at make bar and transferred to reach in cooler during inspection. Both food items were out of cooling unit for less than 20 minutes.
03A-02-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Grease buildup on hood filters over fryers.
23-03-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tiles throughout kitchen are soiled/damaged. Employee stated they are in the process of replacing them.
36-32-5
78
Dec 13, 2022
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Sep 6, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-06-28: At the time of inspection no proof or certificates available. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-06: No food handler training present at time of follow-up inspection. Reviewed Florida approved food handler training providers and provided link to list of approved providers.**Time Extended** **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Dwarf Chicken last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Dwarf Chicken on file is from Apr 22, 2026. The public record contains 16 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Dwarf Chicken?
Across the inspection record, “roach activity present as evidenced” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at The Dwarf Chicken.
How does The Dwarf Chicken compare to other restaurants in Pensacola?
The Dwarf Chicken most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Pensacola average of 95.
Has The Dwarf Chicken's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Dwarf Chicken have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at The Dwarf Chicken means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is The Dwarf Chicken inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Dwarf Chicken is inspected around four times per year on average.
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