THE CRACK OF DAWN CAFE

Based on 6 health inspections, THE CRACK OF DAWN CAFE in FORT WALTON BEACH has earned a 4.4/5 food safety rating. Recent inspections show improving food safety practices.

Last inspection: 1 weeks ago · 6 reports on file

550 MARY ESTHER CUT OFF NW UNIT 11

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★★★☆ (4.4/5)

Based on 6 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

3/3/2026· 1w ago

Inspection #: 3668117

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

9/23/2025· 5mo ago

Visit ID: 10950039

Met Inspection Standards

3 basic

51-11-4:Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Upon inspection observed CO2 tanks not secured.
36-36-4:Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Upon inspection observed ceiling tile missing in kitchen.
14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Upon inspection observed ice buildup inside one of reach in freezers in kitchen.

2/19/2025· 1y ago

Visit ID: 10742967

Met Inspection Standards

N/A:No Violations Were Observed

2/19/2025· 1y ago

Visit ID: 10742564

Met Inspection Standards

N/A:No Violations Were Observed

12/12/2024· 1y 3mo ago

Visit ID: 8723871

Follow-up Inspection Required

1 high, 1 int, 2 basic

36-36-4:Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Multiple ceiling tiles in kitchen missing
24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups wet nesting on shelf behind front counter
41-05-4:High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed two cans of Raid on top of freezer in kitchen. Operator discarded cans during inspection Corrected On-Site
53B-01-5: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. No proof of employee training available for employees over 60 days Warning

6/4/2024· 1y 9mo ago

Visit ID: 8679500

Met Inspection Standards

1 int

02B-02-5:Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service: Establishment serves eggs cooked to order but does not have a Consumer Advisory. Inspector gave one to Owner/Operator.