BRASS MONKEY
234 55 ST OCEAN, Marathon FL 33050
Last inspected Apr 17, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2026039648 | Apr 17, 2026 | Jul 22, 2026 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 17, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Container of medicine, icy hot improperly stored on prep table
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Cook started set ups for burgers not wearing gloves. Cook immediately put gloves on as I entered the kitchen
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over salsa in refrigerator
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Off stored in baskets on food preparation table.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Oct 21, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Aug 8, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer.
No chlorine or quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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. Sally,
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. At the bar the hand wash sink has not hot or cold water.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris/ rust
Plumbing system in disrepair. The bar hand wash sink is not connected to a drain and the faucet handles do not turn on.
Feb 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Liquor bottles stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale.
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Due to loose faucet handle.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Plumbing system in disrepair. The hot water handle on the handwashing sinks at bar and in the kitchen are not working.
The ice machine exterior soiled.
Sep 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored in refrigerator that is holding food
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slices blade and guard can opener blade are soiled.
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.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Plumbing system in disrepair. The hot water handle does not work on hand washing sink in the kitchen
microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
May 14, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Glass washer 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. 0 ppm chlorine at bar
At the bar, Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Interior microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Mar 7, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority7 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Bar Glass washer is not sanitizing the dish ware
Glass washer 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. 0 ppm chlorine at bar
Raw beef stored over ready-to-eat dressing in reach in cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cheese (40F - cheese (46*F - Cold Holding);; Beef (46*F - Cold Holding); pot roast (44*F - Cold Holding); hot dogs (46*F - Cold Holding the refrigerator thermostat was turn to lower temperature.
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. At the bar the Frozen drink nozzles are soiled with mold like substance. Can opener blade is soiled
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. as per the owner a training class is schedule for CFM and food handler on 3-20-24.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
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.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
At the bar, Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored on the floor under prep table
Interior microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Slide lid tracks on bottles beer cooler are soiled with mold like substance.
Oct 20, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Turkey, ham in refrigerator not date marked.
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.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Gary Alan Leo
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.Shawn
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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Equipment in poor repair. Chest freezer lid in poor repair.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Plumbing system in disrepair. The hand wash sink hot water faucet handle is not turning on water strong enough to wash hands correctly.
Aug 10, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority8 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food, steak, stored in same container as ready-to-eat food, Ham, turkey.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Turkey, ham in refrigerator not date marked.
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.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Storage of soap
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Gary Alan Leo
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.Shawn
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.
No quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Equipment in poor repair. Chest freezer lid in poor repair.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Plumbing system in disrepair. The hand wash sink hot water faucet handle is not turning on water strong enough to wash hands correctly.
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.