Whataburger #493

399 Mary Esther Cut Off Nw, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
American
Last inspected: Apr 8, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2023, Whataburger #493 has seven inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Apr 8, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near zero violations per visit.

The city-wide average sits at 96, which Whataburger #493's 90 doesn't quite reach. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 8, 2026
Complaint Partial
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink near dish washing station. Manager restocked paper towels during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
90
Nov 12, 2025
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Sep 5, 2025
Complaint Full
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
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: team leader is unable to locate the training certificates for the employees. Previous inspections state the establishment uses Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association's SafeStaff/ServSafe. **Warning**
53B-01-5
90
Dec 3, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 5, 2023
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Jul 26, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 19, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Whataburger #493 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Whataburger #493 on file is from Apr 8, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

How does Whataburger #493 compare to other restaurants in Fort Walton Beach?

Whataburger #493 most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Walton Beach average of 96.

Has Whataburger #493's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Whataburger #493 have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Whataburger #493 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 Whataburger #493 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Whataburger #493 is inspected around two times per year on average.