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102041 OVERSEAS HWY, Key Largo FL 33037 · 305-204-4143

Last inspected Jun 12, 2026 · 11 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats151
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA5428225
Grade history
APR 24
NOV 24
MAR 25
DEC 25
APR 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding 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. Provide form during inspection.
Intermediate/11-27-4
Badges — 1 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

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Inspection history

11 visits, newest first

Jun 12, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 8, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.

0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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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 Catherine McCarthy manager certification expired on 02/11/2026.
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed on flour container across 3 compartment sink, operator stored properly.
Basic/10-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Jan 15, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 18, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority1 Intermediate0 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 Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm).
High priority/22-41-4/Warning
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed raid spray can under dishwasher machine at kitchen area.
High priority/41-05-4/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw mahi fillets (51F - Cold Holding) inside reach standing unit by dishwasher area, as per employee less than 2 hours. Operator moved to reach in freezer to rapid chill.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork in standing unit by dishwasher area, as per operator over 24 hours. Operator dated during inspection.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Mar 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observe raw tuna (54F - Cold Holding); whole snapper (53F - Cold Holding) on 3 compartment sink, as per employee less than 3 hours, employee moved food back to reach in cooler.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observe cooked rice and pasta not date marked on standing unit at kitchen area, as per employee over 24 hours, employee dated during inspection.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Basic/16-03-4
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observe throughout kitchen.
Basic/36-01-4
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observe at cook line.
Basic/10-20-4
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observe raw conch (frozen) snide 3 compartment sink, as per employee less than 3 hours. Employee moved back food to reach in cooler. Also observe raw tuna (54F - Cold Holding); whole snapper (53F - Cold Holding) on 3 compartment sink, as per employee less than 3 hours, employee moved food back to reach in cooler.
Basic/06-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Nov 21, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 19, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over chicken soup in walk in cooler. Also observed raw hamburger patties stored over raw tuna in reach in cooler across from stove in the kitchen area.
High priority/08A-05-6/Repeat Violation
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pico de gallo (54F - Cold Holding) potato salad (55F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (54F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler across from stove in kitchen area. As per operator for less than 4 hours. Operator closed reach in cooler lid to cooler down temperature.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed marinara (125F - Hot Holding) as per operator for 3 hours. Operator proceeded to heat up the product.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed container of chicken soup not date marked in walk in cooler. As per operator the item was made over 24 hours ago Operator date marked the item.
Intermediate/02C-03-5/Corrected On-Site
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed an ice bucket next to the ice machine not inverted. Operator inverted the bucket.
Basic/24-05-4/Corrected On-Site
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 multiple packages of raw tuna in ROP packaging not cut in reach in cooler across from the stove in kitchen area. Operator proceeded to cut the packaging
Basic/06-09-1/Corrective Action Taken
Food stored on floor. Observed oil container stored on the floor next to the three compartment sink.
Basic/08B-38-4
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed multiple personal water bottles in reach in cooler across from stove in kitchen area.
Basic/12B-13-4
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine +200ppm) under preparation table in kitchen area. Operator proceeded to add water to the solution.
Basic/21-07-4/Corrective Action Taken
Apr 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored next to raw ground beef in a container at walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-08-5/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp stored above sauces containers in shelves inside walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pasta,rice, fish dip and spinach dip not date marked inside reach in cooler across fryer, as per Manager from previous day. Also conch chowder base not date marked inside walk in cooler, as per Manager from previous day.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout kitchen.
Basic/36-73-4
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed by the microwave, in kitchen area.
Basic/36-24-5
Screen in door torn/in poor repair. Observed at back door.
Basic/35B-09-4
Aug 2, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 19, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw tuna (54F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (51F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (51F - Cold Holding); calamari (49F - Cold Holding); fish (48F - Cold Holding) as per employee less than 4 hours, employee moved food to walk-in cooler.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Return visit Jul 19, 2023 · Observed unit not working properly, operator using ice under food. Time Extended
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting board on prep cooler.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Return visit Jul 19, 2023 · Still observed. Time Extended
Jul 18, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw tuna (54F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (51F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (51F - Cold Holding); calamari (49F - Cold Holding); fish (48F - Cold Holding) as per employee less than 4 hours, employee moved food to walk-in cooler.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
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. Provide form during inspection.
Intermediate/11-27-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting board on prep cooler.
Intermediate/22-02-4
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal phone in preparation table. Employee removed during inspection.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Basic/22-08-4
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed in unit in front stove.
Basic/05-09-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the bar area.
Basic/31B-04-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in all units in kitchen area.
Basic/22-16-4
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed in kitchen area.
Basic/21-09-4
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container not identified in kitchen area. Employee labeled during inspection.
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site

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.