Sandcastles Restaurant
4000 S Sandestin Blvd, Miramar Beach, FL 32550 · Permanent Food Service · License 7600598
What drove the grade
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
How the score was calculated
- Starting score100
- Violations at the Jul 28 routine inspection1 intermediate (fixed on the spot, 1 repeat), 2 basic-5
- Safety score95
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Inspection history
1 inspection · 1 visitRoutine inspection
- First visitJul 28, 2026 No follow-up needed
Met the state's inspection standards; the inspector didn't need to come back. Any violations cited still count toward the grade.
3 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
Intermediate1
Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
Ice stored in sink at bar on right of sushi bar. Employee melted ice from sink.
Fixed on the spotRepeat violation
Basic2
Code 02, Labeling, date marking and consumer advisory: Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
Sushi bar- reach in freezer- beef, cooked shrimp, salmon placed in zip lock bags or wrapped in plastic not labeled.
Code 22, Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized: Small amount of Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin at chute location.
Manager called technician to come clean unit.
Fixed on the spot
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Priority levels
- High priority The problems most likely to make someone sick directly.
- Intermediate Could lead to a high-priority problem if not fixed.
- Basic Best practices and general upkeep.