ALONZO'S OYSTER BAR
700 FRONT ST SUITE #1, Key West FL 33040 · 305-294-4902
Last inspected Aug 11, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023
FEB 25
APR 25
JUL 25
NOV 25
AUG 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $100
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2021037804 | Apr 30, 2021 | Oct 21, 2021 | $100 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 11, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 16 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed at reach in cooler drawers raw beef patties stored over packages of fish. Operator removed and stored correctly.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. See stop sale. Observed thawed packages of mahi and white fish at cook line reach in drawer, not removed from packaging.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at fryer, hush puppies (101F - Hot Holding); as per operator less than 30 minutes. Operator discarded.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed at cook line hand sink used to store scoop.
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at cook line and dish area hand sinks.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Paul T, Ksenia A, Zach A expired 7/2026.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed container in ranch dressing at cook line. Operator removed.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. See stop sale. Observed thawed packages of mahi and white fish at cook line reach in drawer, not removed from packaging.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout.
Food stored on floor. Observed at walk in cooler boxes of chicken wings stored on floor. Operator began to remove.
Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Observed stored on floor next to chemical storage area. Operator removed.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed throughout reach in cooler units.
Stored food not covered. Observed at standing reach in cooler unit co trainers of garlic butter, pepper shrimp, crabs and lobster tails stored uncovered. Operator placed covers onto items.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed at cook line hood filters.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout kitchen area.
Nov 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed raw diced tuna thawed in original ROP packaging.
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed WC quaternary solution at 500plus ppm. Employee diluted solution with the final reading of 200ppm.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed raw diced tuna thawed in original ROP packaging.
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple cases of food stored of the walk in freezer.
Reach-in cooler /Walk-cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves at walk soiled with food debris.
Jul 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored over cooked chicken in side of drawers at cook line. Operator placed items in correct storage order.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with old food debris.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink at bar used as dump sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machines soiled with black mold-like substance.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle in contact with ice at bar. Operator removed ice scoop.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan guards in walk in cooler soiled with dust debris.
Apr 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm).
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed raw tuna and mahi still inside ROP. As per operator for approximately 2 hrs, inside walk in cooler. Operator open the package.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed produce walk in cooler door in disrepair.
Food stored on floor. Observed chicken, crab, conch fritters stored on walk in freezer door.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at salad station. Operator provided the sign.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at salad station.
Feb 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled. Employee washes it.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine soi.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Case with food on the floor inside walk in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket soiled.
Apr 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shrimp over cooked chicken and pineapple. Manager rearranged for proper storage.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Plastic container inside hand wash sink. Operator removed during inspection.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Operator posted during inspection.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator stored properly during inspection.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Cooked line area.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Apr 16, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at ware washing area.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed at ware washing area.
Oct 11, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine dish machine at 0ppm.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed thawed raw tuna stored inside reduced oxygen packaging at reach in cooler drawers at cook line. Discussed proper procedures with manager.
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.
No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check sanitizer.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup stored inside sugar container at front line.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed thawed raw tuna stored inside reduced oxygen packaging at reach in cooler drawers at cook line. Discussed proper procedures with manager.
Dishmachine missing baffles, curtains in wash/rinse tanks.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at ware washing area.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed at ware washing area.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers of cooking oil stored on floor at preparation area. Observed containers of wakame stored on floor at walk in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed mixer guard soiled with old food debris. Observed soda gun holster soiled with green substance at bar. Employee removed debris.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with black substance at dry storage area.
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.