Waterboyz
Last inspected: Apr 22, 2026
67
Score
Going back to 2022, Waterboyz has 11 inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 22, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near one violation per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
Restaurants in Pensacola average 95, so Waterboyz trails the local norm. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
11
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 22, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Upon inspection, observed single serve butter cups 72f in front counter area of establishment for undetermined amount of time per manager. Also observed cooked rice 46f in upright reach-in cooler for over 4 hours per manager. Manager discarded both items during inspection.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Upon inspection, observed single serve butter cups 72f in front counter area of establishment for undetermined amount of time per manager. Also observed cooked rice 46f in upright reach-in cooler for over 4 hours per manager. Manager discarded both items during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Required employee training provided by an unapproved provider. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-03-5
67
Aug 25, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 4, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 30, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation.
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High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed the following in upright reach in cooler: HELD 24HRS- steak 44/45F, chicken 47F, gnocchi 47F. **Repeat Violation**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following in upright reach in cooler: HELD 24HRS- steak 44/45F, chicken 47F, gnocchi 47F. See stop sale. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Repeat Violation**
53B-13-5
67
Sep 16, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 13, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed the following in reach in cooler: HELD OVER 24HRS- steak 45F, rice 44F, cooked chicken 45F, raw chicken 44F. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: During callback, observed the following in low boy reach in cooler: HELD OVER 24 HRS shrimp 48F and cooked chicken 45/48/56F. **Time Extended**
01B-02-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following in reach in cooler: HELD OVER 24HRS- steak 45F, rice 44F, cooked chicken 45F, raw chicken 44F. See stop sale. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: During callback, observed the following in reach in cooler: steak 41F, rice 42F, raw chicken not available, cooked chicken 41F, cooked chicken 45/48/56F (held over 24hrs), shrimp 48F (held over 24hrs). **Time Extended**
03A-02-5
74
Sep 12, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations.
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High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed the following in reach in cooler: HELD OVER 24HRS- steak 45F, rice 44F, cooked chicken 45F, raw chicken 44F.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following in reach in cooler: HELD OVER 24HRS- steak 45F, rice 44F, cooked chicken 45F, raw chicken 44F. See stop sale. **Warning**
03A-02-5
74
Feb 15, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shell eggs over diced bell peppers and rice in reach in cooler. Employee moved eggs to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. No date marking on heavy cream opened over 24hrs.
02C-03-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Pipe under 3 compartment sink dripping onto floor. Also, hand washing sink faucet dripping. **Repeat Violation**
29-11-4
74
Jul 24, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in bottom of reach in cooler under make bar.
29-49-6
95
Feb 10, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Upon inspection, observed shell eggs at a temperature of 54F (ambient) setting on counter. Operator put eggs back in cooler to bring down temperature. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-03-5
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Upon inspection, observed some employees without employee training.
53B-13-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Upon inspection, observed water leaking from pipe under 3 compartment sink in dish area. Operator informed me that maintenance has been called to fix issue. **Corrective Action Taken**
29-11-4
74
Sep 14, 2022
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed pans wet nesting on shelf above make line. Employee moved pans to properly dry during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
24-08-4
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Waterboyz last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Waterboyz on file is from Apr 22, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Waterboyz?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Waterboyz.
How does Waterboyz compare to other restaurants in Pensacola?
Waterboyz most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Pensacola average of 95.
Has Waterboyz's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Waterboyz have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Waterboyz 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 Waterboyz inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Waterboyz is inspected around three times per year on average.
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