ALABAMA JACK'S
CARD SOUND ROAD, Key Largo FL 33037 · 305-248-8741
Last inspected Apr 16, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023
MAR 24
DEC 24
APR 25
DEC 25
APR 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 23 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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. Provided form during ins.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Apr 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Coached employee on proper procedures.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw hamburgers stored above raw shrimp inside reach in cooler at cook line, employee stored properly during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed conch fritters mix (56F - Cold Holding) at cook line, as per employee less than 2 hours. Employee moved container to reach in cooler for rapid cooling.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked shrimp prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not date marked inside reach in cooler at cook line.
Show the remaining 3 findings ▾
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under equipment at cook line. Also throughout kitchen.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at cook line, employee removed during inspection.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled reach in coolers interior at cook line.
Dec 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked raw chicken (45F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at cook line, as per employee less than 3 hours. Employee moved food container to reach in freezer to rapid cooling. raw chicken (43F - Cold Holding) second temperature
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked shrimp not date marked inside reach in cooler at cook line, as per employee over 24 hours. Employee dated during inspection.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under fryers at cook line.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed in ice container at bar area. Operator stored properly.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled reach in freezer interior at cook line.
Apr 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observe soiled can opener blade.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observe dust accumulated on floor fan at kitchen area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observe on one of the white cutting boards at cook line.
Equipment in poor repair. Observe loose gaskets on reach in cooler unit at cook line near hand wash sink.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observe at cook line. Employee removed during inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observe soiled gaskets on units at cook line. Also observe grease accumulated between fryers at cook line.
Sanitizing solution for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil. Observe at cook line, employee discarded and replaced with a new solution.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observe paper food trays stored on floor by back door. Employee stored properly during inspection.
Stored food not covered. Observe conch fritter container not covered inside standing cooler at cook line.
Dec 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw hamburger patties stored above pickles container inside reaching cooler at cook line.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed wrap plastic cups stored floor at the bar area.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken breast (frozen) on standing water by cook line, as per employee less than 45 minutes. Employee removed chicken from water.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 0ppm); at the cook line. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 50ppm)
Mar 29, 2024Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed accumulation of grease between fryers in kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed accumulation of dust on standing fan at kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in unit across grill.
Mar 28, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed marinated chicken (46F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (47F - Cold Holding); burger patties (44F - Cold Holding); crab cakes (44F - Cold Holding) on 2 door standing cooler near dry storage area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade at dry storage area.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food residues inside HWS at kitchen area.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed cleaner spray bottle not identified with common name, at kitchen area.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot running water at 78° F at bar area.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed accumulation of grease between fryers in kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed accumulation of dust on standing fan at kitchen area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drink next to bread bags on preparation table.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed personal food stored next to establishment food in reach in cooler near dry storage area.
Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil containers stored on dry storage floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in unit across grill.
Oct 24, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed under equipment at cook line.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at the cook line.
Aug 23, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
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. Provided form during ins.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the kitchen area. Manager restocked during inspection.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided form during inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser spray bottle not identified at cook line, employee labeled during inspection.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in pico de gallo container, employee removed during inspection.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed in one of the women's bathroom, to the right side of the establishment.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed under equipment at cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in cooler at cook line.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed personal drink in freezer, Manager discarded during inspection.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at the cook line.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed throughout kitchen.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.