COSTA MED
260 CRANDON BLVD APT#46, Key Biscayne FL 33149 · 646.932.1167
Last inspected Jul 15, 2026 · 8 visits since November 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw steak stored on top of raw Bronzino inside reach in cooler located across cooking line. Also observed raw steaks stored over whole raw Bronzino inside walk in cooler.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 15, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Observed Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands properly.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw steak stored on top of raw Bronzino inside reach in cooler located across cooking line. Also observed raw steaks stored over whole raw Bronzino inside walk in cooler.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator is doing ROP octopus without an approved HACCP plan.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed shelves with rust at dry storage area across 3 compartment sink.
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed filter of the ice machine with dust.
Observed Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Observed Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated dust, or mold-like substance located near ice machine.
Observed In-use utensil knives stored in standing water at 101 degrees Fahrenheit at salad station.
Observed Reach-in cooler shelves that has pitted the surface across cooking line.
Observed Sanitizer bucket stored on floor under prep table located next to walk in cooler.
Observed both Exterior doors has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Jul 15, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over cooked beef at WIC.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed operator conducting reduced oxygen packaging of raw beef. Coached operator on correct procedure.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at ware washing area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed WIC gaskets soiled.
Feb 25, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over cooked beef at WIC.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed staff not knowing minimum cooking temperature of ground beef. Coached staff on correct procedure.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed operator conducting reduced oxygen packaging of raw beef. Coached operator on correct procedure.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at ware washing area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed WIC gaskets soiled.
Nov 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee partake in multiple task without changing gloves. Instructed employee on proper method.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Observed mussel tags not maintained in chronological order.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed Ceiling vents soiled at kitchen area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at preparation area across cook line.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand sink next to 3 compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filter soiled at cook line.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves at reach in cooler rusted.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at kitchen.
Jan 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed produce inside thank you bag inside walk in cooler.
No quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Aug 15, 2024Inspection 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. Observed cooked chicken inside walk in cooler no date marked, as per operator for more than 24 hours prior.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board no longer cleanable on top of reach in cooler at kitchen entrance.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in standing water at 93F on top of reach in cooler at cook line.
Feb 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Manager removed cutting boards and will replace with new ones.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use by chef on cook line. Chef removed cloth and stored it in sanitizer solution.
Nov 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of ice machine soiled.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler shelves soiled.
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.