Waldo's Chicken & Beer

10562 Us Hwy 98 W, Unit 169, Miramar Beach, FL 32550

American

Last inspected: Feb 5, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Going back to 2023, Waldo's Chicken & Beer has seven inspections in the public record. Waldo's Chicken & Beer was last inspected on Feb 5, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

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

“In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Compared to other Miramar Beach restaurants (averaging 81), there's room to close the gap. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 5, 2026

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in ware wash location. Manager stocked paper towels in dispenser during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times in ware wash location. White brute fry bin container stored in front of hand wash sink. Employee removed bin from in front of sink. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-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 flour. Employee removed scoop from flour. **Corrected On-Site**

10-01-5

Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.

36-02-5

Jul 18, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Jan 3, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over shell eggs in walk in cooler. Manager corrected rotation of food. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-20-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Fork stored in hand wash sink in ware washing area.

31A-11-4

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at chlorine warewashing machine. Inspector provided test strips to establishment until their order comes in. **Corrected On-Site**

16-37-1

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl stored in seasoned flour and flour. Manager removed bowls from food. **Corrected On-Site**

14-01-5

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone, purse and jacket stored on food prep table next to scale. Jacket stored on food shelf next to seasoning. Employee removed items from food contact shelves. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

40-06-5

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.

24-08-4

Aug 14, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb on left side. Vacuumed breaker was place in wrong location. **Repeat Violation**

29-34-4

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink in warehouse washing area. Manager stated hand wash sink had a leak so they turned the water off to it.

27-16-4

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. 2 ice scoop handles stored in ice bin at bar. Employee removed both ice scoops from ice. **Corrected On-Site**

10-01-5

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Small ceiling tile missing near back exit door.

36-32-5

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. A purse and backpack stored on food contact surface shelf in bar area.

40-06-5

Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Left side of hand wash sink is missing faucet handle in ware washing area.

29-09-4

Dec 19, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Oct 31, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 5 violations

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb on both sides.

29-34-4

Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/

53A-05-6

Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Blanched fries 67F (9:30-1:30). Provided establishment form to hold potatoes on time. **Corrective Action Taken**

03F-10-5

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

53B-02-5

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Jun 29, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Waldo's Chicken & Beer last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Waldo's Chicken & Beer on file is from Feb 5, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Waldo's Chicken & Beer?

Across the inspection record, “in-use utensil in non-time/temperature control” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Waldo's Chicken & Beer.

How does Waldo's Chicken & Beer compare to other restaurants in Miramar Beach?

Waldo's Chicken & Beer most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Miramar Beach average of 81.

Has Waldo's Chicken & Beer's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Waldo's Chicken & Beer have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Waldo's Chicken & Beer 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 Waldo's Chicken & Beer inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Waldo's Chicken & Beer is inspected around three times per year on average.

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