THE CRACK OF DAWN CAFE
Based on 5 health inspections, THE CRACK OF DAWN CAFE in FORT WALTON BEACH has earned a 4.3/5 food safety rating. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.
550 MARY ESTHER CUT OFF NW UNIT 11
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★★★☆ (4.3/5)
Based on 5 health inspection reports
All Inspection Reports
Inspection Date: 9/23/2025
Inspection #: Visit ID: 10950039
- 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.
Inspection Date: 2/19/2025
Inspection #: Visit ID: 10742967
- N/A:No Violations Were Observed
Inspection Date: 2/19/2025
Inspection #: Visit ID: 10742564
- N/A:No Violations Were Observed
Inspection Date: 12/12/2024
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8723871
- 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
Inspection Date: 6/4/2024
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8679500
- 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.