CORAL CAY BK #1903
40 SE 1 AVE, Florida City FL 33034
Last inspected Jul 27, 2026 · 11 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hash browns (119 F - Hot Holding) as per employee for less than 1 hours.
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Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jul 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw breaded chicken stored over French toast at reach in freezer near cook line. Coach manager.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hash brown (122F - Hot Holding) at steam table. As per operator for less than an hour. Manager voluntarily discarded product.
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Advised manager to check sanitizer buckets and triple sink.
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.
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed 2 ceiling tiles in the lobby with water damage.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled with accumulated dust in the kitchen.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at exit door.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor under cold holding/ hot holding units and cook line soiled with old food debris.
Food stored on floor. Observed raw breaded fish box stored on floor at walk in freezer.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at reach in freezer near cook line.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Single-service articles stored under leaking water lines. Observed water leaking from AC vents onto single service cups stored near ice machine. Advised manager to stored service articles properly.
Feb 17, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket at walk in cooler torn.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor under cooking equipments at cook line soiled with food debris and pack line. Observed floor soiled behind the grease machine. Observed floor soiled under dry storage shelves.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed multiple cracked floor tiles throughout the kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in both reach in freezer near fryers.
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Observed objectionable odors at the mop sink located at the back of the kitchen. Observed objectionable odors in the kitchen area.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed deep grout throughout the kitchen.
Jan 27, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate13 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed hot holding warmers soiled with food debris.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwash sink at kitchen entrance used for ice dumping.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage on ceiling tiles throughout the lobby in disrepair.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents throughout the kitchen soiled with mold like substance. Observed ceiling vents throughout the lobby soiled with mold like substance.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed food employee working with watch on.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket at walk in cooler torn.
Exhaust/ventilation hood system not designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping onto food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Observed above burger meat boiler.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor under cooking equipments at cook line soiled with food debris and pack line. Observed floor soiled behind the grease machine. Observed floor soiled under dry storage shelves.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed multiple cracked floor tiles throughout the kitchen.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed in the kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in both reach in freezer near fryers.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed shelves of oven soiled in the kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed hood filters soiled at cook line.
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Observed objectionable odors at the mop sink located at the back of the kitchen. Observed objectionable odors in the kitchen area.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed deep grout throughout the kitchen.
Sep 30, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage on ceiling tiles located on top of the oven in kitchen area in disrepair. Observed water damage on ceiling tiles throughout the lobby in disrepair.
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Observed objectionable odors at the mop sink located at the back of the kitchen.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from AC vents throughout the lobby and at ceiling tiles located on top of the oven located inside the kitchen area.
Sep 15, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 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. Observe no proof of employee training
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage on ceiling tiles located on top of the oven in kitchen area in disrepair. Observed water damage on ceiling tiles throughout the lobby in disrepair.
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Observed objectionable odors at the mop sink located at the back of the kitchen.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from AC vents throughout the lobby and at ceiling tiles located on top of the oven located inside the kitchen area.
Aug 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed lounge with damaged ceiling tiles.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles in kitchen prep area soiled.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed kitchen floor near fry station with grease accumulation on floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler near prep station with soiled gaskets.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in coolers located across by front counter with rusted shelves.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed kitchen floor soiled.
Jun 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Manager completed the form at the time of the inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed several ceiling tiles with water damage throughout the dining area.
Employee drinking in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed an opened water bottle next to the tomatoes on top of the preparation table.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed water in floor due to AC in the dining area and also in the kitchen area. Caution signs around the dining area.
Floor soiled with grease at the front line.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of grease.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed floor tile missing grout throughout the kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled.
Apr 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hash browns (119 F - Hot Holding) as per employee for less than 1 hours.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Form was provided to manager.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gasket torn.
Floor soiled with grease at the front line..
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed floor tile missing grout throughout the kitchen.
Ice buildup in both reach-in freezers.
Jan 24, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in both reach in freezers in kitchen near cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket soiled on reach in freezer. Also observed hood filter soiled with grease at cook line.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed floors soiled with grease near cook line.
Oct 30, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Chicken Patty (123F - Hot Holding. As per operator, more than 2 hours. Operator discarded.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed shelves of oven soiled near cook line.
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. Operator unable to provide any employee certificates.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging in food preparing with no beard guard.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed RIC gaskets torn near cookline
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall near mop sink at back of kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in both reach in freezers in kitchen near cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket soiled on reach in freezer. Also observed hood filter soiled with grease at cook line.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed opened employee water bottle in reach in cooler in kitchen. Employee discarded.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed hand wash sink not able to shut off completely.
Water draining onto floor surface. Observed water dripping from ac until onto the three compartment sink in kitchen. Also observed water dripping from the ac vent into a bucket in dining area.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed floors soiled with grease near cook line.
Dec 21, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed tomatoes, lettuce, cheese time marked but No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Form was provided to operator.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed deep grout throughout the kitchen area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at the reach in freezer by the fryers.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed at hood above the fryers.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed both hood filters soiled.
Open dumpster lid.
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