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Panama City News Herald

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One Bay restaurant temporarily closed after state inspection

You can use the database to search by county or by restaurant name . Florida's restaurant owners are not required to post restaurant inspection results where guests can see them. So every week, we provide that information for you. For a complete list of local restaurant inspections, including violations not requiring warnings or administrative action, visit our Bay County restaurant inspections site . Here's the breakdown for recent health inspections in Bay County for the week of Nov. 2-8, 2026. Please note that some more recent, follow-up inspections may not be included here. Disclaimer: The Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation describes an inspection report as a "snapshot" of conditions present at the time of the inspection. On any given day, an establishment may have fewer or more violations than noted in their most recent inspection. An inspection conducted on any given day may not be representative of the overall, long-term conditions at the establishment. For full restaurant inspection details, visit our Bay County restaurant inspection site . Which Bay County restaurants got perfect scores on their health inspections? These restaurants met all standards during their Nov. 2-8 inspections, and no violations were found. Charlie Corams Place in Bayou

Bay County, FL · 1d

Tallahassee Democrat

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Another Wendy's closed: W. Pensacola at Appleyard store is no more

Tallahassee says goodbye to yet another Wendy's storefront. The fast food joint known for its “fresh, never frozen” square burgers, chili, Frosty desserts and more has closed its longtime location at Appleyard Drive and West Pensacola Street. The Walker Plaza shopping center has seen several closures in recent years, with the shuttering of sandwich shop Which Wich as well as Tex-Mex eatery Moe's, leaving locally owned dessert shop More Than Pudding on its own. When placing an order online, a pop-up notification states, "Sorry, unfortunately, this location has closed. Fortunately, you can choose another location and get the same delicious food." The sudden shuttering of Wendy's stores also includes the South Monroe location in September and the Bradfordville location on 3451 Bannerman Road. In late 2025, the Wendy's on Ocala and Pensacola, directly across from the WestEnd Square shopping center, closed. The Wendy’s at 2122 Capital Circle NE also closed. Closures are in line with the company's strategy to close "underperforming units." According to a transcript reported by Investing.com , Wendy's interim CEO and chief financial officer, Ken Cook, announced in an earnings call Nov. 7 that the closure of the underperforming units — up to 360 stores nationwide —

Tallahassee, FL · 1d

hoodline.com

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Bessemer’s Bright Star Chef Brings Alabama’s Oldest Kitchen to Panama City

The executive chef of Alabama’s oldest restaurant is packing his knives for a short trip to the Florida Panhandle. Andreas Anastassakis, who runs the kitchen at the Bright Star in Bessemer, will cook two special dinners at Hunt’s Oyster Bar & Seafood in Panama City on November 17 and 18, with both seatings starting at 6:30 p.m.

Panama City, FL · 3d
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Extra oyster saves the day as festival shines

It’s a lesson every Boy Scout is taught early on. Be prepared, even when it means bringing along an extra oyster. In a close finish at Saturday’s oyster shucking contest, David Hutchison, from Dat Cajun Place in Panama City dropped an oyster as he raced to finish his tray of 18 in record time.

Panama City, FL · 21h

everafterinthewoods.com

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This Florida Small Town Diner Serves Fried Fish So Good Locals Swear It Is The State’s Best-Kept Secret

A whole flounder, fried until the edges turn crisp, shows up on the menu of a small Florida diner that most beach traffic zooms past. That’s a bold move for a building with such a plain little face. The fish comes fried, grilled, or blackened, and the house fish...

Vernon, FL · 3d

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An All-You-Can-Eat Seafood Spread Draws Crowds To This Buffet In Florida

Endless crab legs come with every dinner buffet here. Not as a pricey add-on you have to argue yourself into, but right there in the deal. I admit that detail alone would get me in the car. Then you add fried oysters, deviled crab, boiled shrimp, and grilled fish, and the plan gets serious.

Panama City Beach, FL · 4d

WJHG-TV

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Ironman brings race-day rush to Panama City Beach coffee shop

PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - More than 2,500 athletes competed in the Ironman over the weekend, and the event brought a rush of customers to local businesses, including The Pour. Sophia Champagne, who has been a barista at the coffee shop for nearly six years, said the team was...

Panama City Beach, FL · 1d

Destin Log

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New Aldi store coming to Destin this December

A new Aldi grocery store is scheduled to open in Destin this December. The store will be located in the former Winn Dixie building at 98 Palms. Aldi plans to hire between 15 and 20 employees for the new location. With signage along U.S. 98 and now on the building,...

Destin, FL · 19h

WJHG-TV

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Eggs on the Beach returns to Miramar Beach for 12th annual Big Green Egg cooking competition

MIRAMAR BEACH, Fla (WJHG/WECP) - Fire, flavor and friendly competition are back on the menu in Miramar Beach as the 12th annual Eggs on the Beach Big Green Egg Cooking Competition returns to the Emerald Coast. The event is set for Saturday, November 7, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m....

Miramar Beach, FL · 5d

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This Small-Town Florida Diner Serves Fried Fish Locals Swear Is The State’s Best-Kept Secret

A whole fried flounder lands on the menu right next to biscuits and gravy. That pairing tells you a lot about this little Florida Panhandle diner. It takes seafood seriously, and it takes breakfast seriously too. The fish comes grilled, fried, or blackened. Platters stack fish with shrimp, and a...

Northwest Florida, FL · 7d

WJHG-TV

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12th Annual ​Eggs on the Beach ​Big Green Egg Cooking Competition

The proceeds from Eggs on the Beach benefit two local non-profits: Food for Thought and Fisher House of the Emerald Coast. In addition, the highly anticipated annual event provides cash prizes to winning non-profit cook teams. Since its inception in 2014, Eggs on the Beach has donated more than $450,500 to local nonprofits.

Panama City, FL · 5d

Panama City News Herald

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Three Bay restaurants get high-priority violations in state inspection

You can use the database to search by county or by restaurant name . Florida's restaurant owners are not required to post restaurant inspection results where guests can see them. So every week, we provide that information for you. For a complete list of local restaurant inspections, including violations not requiring warnings or administrative action, visit our Bay County restaurant inspections site . Here's the breakdown for recent health inspections in Bay County for the week of Oct. 26 to Nov. 1, 2026. Please note that some more recent, follow-up inspections may not be included here. Disclaimer: The Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation describes an inspection report as a "snapshot" of conditions present at the time of the inspection. On any given day, an establishment may have fewer or more violations than noted in their most recent inspection. An inspection conducted on any given day may not be representative of the overall, long-term conditions at the establishment. For full restaurant inspection details, visit our Bay County restaurant inspection site . Which Bay County restaurants got perfect scores on their health inspections? These restaurants met all standards during their Oct. 26-Nov. 1 inspections, and no violations were found. Don

Bay County, FL · 8d

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Seven Old Florida Seafood Shacks Where Fried Mullet Has Been On The Menu For Generations

Fried mullet is one of the oldest flavors in Florida, and it still shows up on plates from the Panhandle to the Gulf Coast fishing villages. Long before fancy seafood spots took over the coast, small shacks and family kitchens served this salty, crispy fish with grits, hush puppies, and slaw.

Florida · 8d

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Nuts About Jackson County: Pecans, Peanuts & More

Although they may be a little harder to find than they used to be, no trip through the Florida Panhandle is complete without making at least one U-turn to stop at a roadside boiled peanut stand. The deep South is known for two nuts in particular, peanuts and pecans, and here in Jackson County, we’re proud to grow both. The holidays just wouldn’t be the same without our beloved pecans!

Jackson County, FL · 9d

WMBB

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Tyndall Bridge Food Truck Court kicks off Halloween grand opening

PARKER, Fla. (WMBB) – The Tyndall bridge food truck court held their Halloween bash and grand opening Saturday. A number of food trucks sold food and smiles during the event, with attendees also able to listen to live music for the opening. While in the Halloween spirit, the food truck court also held a trunk […]

Parker, FL · 10d

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Longtime Donatos Fans Bring Beloved Ohio Pizza Brand to Panama City

Husband-and-Wife Duo bringing Donatos Pizza to Panama City as the Ohio-based brand grows in the Sunshine State. November 03, 2026 // Franchising.com // Columbus, OH. – Donatos Pizza, the premium pizza franchise famous for its abundant Edge to Edge® toppings, is expanding its presence in Florida with a new location in Panama City. The restaurant, located at 840 W. 23rd St., opened on October 20, marking the brand's third location in the state. To commemorate the grand opening, the store hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony in partnership with the local Chamber of Commerce.

Panama City, FL · 8d

Panama City News Herald

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National sandwich chain to open its second Florida store in Panama City Beach

PANAMA CITY BEACH − Sourdough & Co., a well-known sandwich shop with locations in multiple states, has announced it will be opening a shop in Panama City Beach. "Coming Soon to Panama City Beach! 11160 Panama City Parkway, Suite 405 Panama City Beach, FL 32407," the company wrote in a Facebook post . "Sandwiches, Soups, Salads, and Flatbreads all served with our famous freshly baked Sourdough bread. It's Naturally Better!" The shop is best known for its sourdough bread along with signature add-ons. According to the Sourdough & Co. website, sourdough bread contains higher levels of folate and antioxidants than other breads. Also, its lower phytate levels allow your body to absorb the nutrients it contains more easily. Halloween: Your updated 2026 Halloween guide for Panama City and all of Bay County The shop also provides soups and salads including its new England Clam Chowder and various salads complemented with quality dressings. "Top quality pastrami, roast beef, premium turkey and chicken, sliced thin and laid thick on every sandwich," the website says. "Crisp, fresh, produce for every sandwich and salad and warm, savory premium-quality soups, especially good in our Sourdough & Co. bread bowl. At Sourdough & Co. you’ll always

Panama City Beach, FL · 12d

WMBB

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Tyndall Bridge food truck court celebrating grand opening this Halloween weekend

BAY COUNTY Fla. (WMBB)- A new business owner in parker is using the Halloween holiday as a way to introduce themselves to the community. The food truck court at the foot of the DuPont Bridge, is hosting a Halloween Carnival. Halloween Weekend in Parker is about more than just costumes and candy this year. The […]

Parker, FL · 11d

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The Donut Hole Bakery And Cafe In Destin Is A Beloved Breakfast Stop Worth The Wait

Breakfast is served here from 6 a.m. until 10 p.m., every single day. That means pancakes at sunrise and pancakes at bedtime are both fair game. The key lime pie gets so much attention that it can sell out. Fresh donuts fill the cases, and the menu stretches into burgers, omelets, and corned beef hash.

Destin, FL · 13d