Watersound Fountains
Last inspected: Mar 23, 2026
35
Score
Watersound Fountains appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 23, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around six violations to closer to 12 violations per visit.
“Food stored on floor” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
That's lower than the typical Inlet Beach restaurant, which scores around 76. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
7
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 23, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 7 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. 3 compartment sink- quaternary solution 500 ppm. Manager corrected to 200 ppm during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-18-4
Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. 3 compartment sink- quaternary solution 500 ppm.
16-33-4
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
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/. **Repeat Violation**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in prep kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink in wait station.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Nonservice animals in the food establishment or on premises. Observed dog in office barking. Observed cook/manager leaving kitchen with as dog on leash. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-01-4
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.
53B-13-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Displayed license expired on 6-1-25. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Multiple cases of food stored on floor in walk in freezer including ice cream and cannoli shells. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of food trays stored in floor in dry storage room.
25-05-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed tilapia on tray in walk in cooler not covered. Observed portioned deserts on trays in wait stool not covered. Observed sliced, tomatoes, halved tomatoes in upright cooler on cook line not covered. Chef covered all food products with plastic wrap during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
35
Aug 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. 3 compartment sink- quaternary solution 500 ppm, employee added after to solution, rechecked 200 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-18-4
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/. Sou Chef Abel unable to provide proof of Manager Food certification upon request. Chef had someone email photo copy of certificate from previous job during inspection. Candido Abel Anaya-Luca 11-20-22 Serve Safe. **Corrected On-Site**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at bar across from lowboy, across from steam well at bar, in prep kitchen and in wait station.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Squeegee stored in sink on cook line. Chef removed squeegee from sink during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license displayed at bar 6-1-2025.
50-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Bag of panko stored on floor in dry storage. 2 bags of potatoes stored on floor in walk in cooler.
08B-38-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees on cook line.
31B-04-4
Basic - Soda gun dispenser not cleaned at least once every 24 hours at bar in dining room.Chef had employee clean and sanitize soda gun dispenser. **Corrected On-Site**
22-13-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Vegetables in sauce and chicken gravy stored in walk in cooler on speed rock with not covered on top shelves.
08B-12-5
50
Jan 2, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap in wait station.
31B-06-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Case of ground beef on floor in walk in freezer. Case of corn meal mix on floor in dry storage.
08B-38-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
51-11-4
82
Aug 30, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee wearing a watch while preparing food in wait station. Employee removed watch and washed hands. **Corrected On-Site**
13-07-4
Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface between food prep table and cutting board. Employee removed cloth from food contact surfaces. **Corrected On-Site**
21-05-5
90
Mar 5, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Watersound Fountains last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Watersound Fountains on file is from Mar 23, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Watersound Fountains?
Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Watersound Fountains.
How does Watersound Fountains compare to other restaurants in Inlet Beach?
Watersound Fountains most recently scored 35 out of 100, which is lower than the Inlet Beach average of 76.
Has Watersound Fountains' inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Watersound Fountains have averaged around 12 violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Watersound Fountains means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Watersound Fountains inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Watersound Fountains is inspected around two times per year on average.
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