CAFETERIA LA GUAJIRA
102970 OVERSEAS HWY, Key Largo FL 33037
Last inspected Aug 24, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 25 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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 24, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 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.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container not labeled next to microwave.
Jun 24, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Coached operator on proper procedures.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut ham (45F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (46F - Cold Holding) on reach in cooler, as per operator less than 2 hours.
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 manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed manager certificate for Osmaida Martinez expired 04/06/2026.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed next to blender.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container not labeled next to microwave.
Oct 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee wearing gloves without washing their hands, coached employee on proper procedures.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed milk (47F - Cold Holding) next to coffee machine, as per employee less than 20 minutes, employee moved milk to reach in cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a sponge inside hand wash sink, employee removed during inspection.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Employee provide paper towels during inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser spray bottle not labeled by 3 compartment sink.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in sugar container, employee removed during inspection.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spoons in standing water at 98° F next to coffee machine, employee discarded during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed cooked pork (frozen) inside 3 compartment sink, employee moved to reach in cooler during inspection.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed next to coffee machine.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container next to coffee machine not identified with common name.
Jun 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observe cooked pork not date marked on reach in cooler, as per operator over 24 hours.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator removed during inspection.
Aug 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed on top of the reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beans (112F - Hot Holding) as per employee less than 1 hour. Employee proceeded to reheat food.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed homemade croquettes not date marked, as per operator over 24 hours.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed raw onions on plastic container.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. By back door.
Mar 12, 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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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in unit in front 3 compartment sink.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed next to blender.
Jan 8, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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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. Observed no proof of training for: Giselle M. and Luis Enrique A.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed rice pudding not date marked, as per employee rice pudding was prepared yesterday. Employee dated food during inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed cleaner spray bottle not identified with common name, employee labeled during inspection.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drink next to blender, employee removed during inspection.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in sugar container next to coffee machine. Employee stored properly.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spoon in standing water at 79° F next to coffee machine, employee discarded during inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in unit in front 3 compartment sink.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed next to blender.
Jul 11, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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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 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.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in sugar container.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spoons in standing water at 89° F next to coffee machine.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed next to blender.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container not identified next to coffee machine.
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.