The Bistro Southern Cafeteria

2900 E 5 St, Panama City, FL 32401

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Mar 3, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, The Bistro Southern Cafeteria has six inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 3, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around three violations, down from roughly seven violations earlier in the record.

When inspectors have written things up, “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

The city-wide average for Panama City sits at 83, putting The Bistro Southern Cafeteria on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 3, 2026

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Aug 18, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Oct 15, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.

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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint**

50-17-3

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine.

16-37-1

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Cook line.

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. **Repeat Violation**

11-27-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling in the back area shows water damage and in disrepair.

36-32-5

Basic - Light not functioning, back storage and prep area.

36-62-4

Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Cook line. **Repeat Violation**

38-07-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters and cooking equipment.

23-03-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil on the kitchen floor.

08B-38-4

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair,on the front line.

36-17-5

Jan 30, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade.

22-02-4

11-27-4

Basic - Both No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Repeat Violation**

31B-04-4

Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers in the kitchen.

38-07-4

Aug 15, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Sep 14, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 9 violations

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint**

50-17-2

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.can opener blade.

22-02-4

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine.

16-37-1

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.

31B-02-4

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. **Warning**

53B-01-5

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Kitchen area.

31B-03-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.

12B-07-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front line.

31B-04-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with dust. Fan in the back kitchen area.

23-03-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Bistro Southern Cafeteria last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Bistro Southern Cafeteria on file is from Mar 3, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Bistro Southern Cafeteria?

Across the inspection record, “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Bistro Southern Cafeteria.

How does The Bistro Southern Cafeteria compare to other restaurants in Panama City?

The Bistro Southern Cafeteria most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Panama City average of 83.

Has The Bistro Southern Cafeteria's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at The Bistro Southern Cafeteria have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Bistro Southern Cafeteria 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 The Bistro Southern Cafeteria inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Bistro Southern Cafeteria is inspected around two times per year on average.

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