CRAFT KEY BISCAYNE
260 CRANDON BLVD STE 14, Key Biscayne FL 33149
Last inspected Mar 9, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
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▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 15 points better than where it started.
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
Mar 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 14 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed staff change gloves with no hand washing. Coached staff on correct procedure.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over brownies at RIC at prep area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese (51F - Cold Holding) at cook line. As per manager, less than 2 hours. Ice was placed in a plastic container and cheese container submerged in it for rapid cooling.
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 proper chlorine concentration at DM. Coached staff member on correct amount.
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed scouring pads inside HWS at ware washing area.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at HWS at ware washing area.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at HWS at ware washing area.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at only bathroom.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates not inverted at on shelf at ware washing area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed Avantco RIC gaskets in disrepair.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container of oil on floor at dry storage area.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed at dry storage area at second floor.
Nov 24, 2025Inspection 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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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee placed gloves without washing hands, instructed employee on proper method.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken over raw salmon at reach in freezer. Employee relocated products.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no thermometer in holding unit throughout establishment.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled behind 3 compartment sink at kitchen.
Jan 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 20 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority7 Intermediate10 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed cloth lining with mixed greens at second floor.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cut lettuce at second floor.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in ice across cook line : pooled eggs (48F - Cold Holding) 2nd floor on top of reach in cooler at:; diced cheese (62F - Cold Holding) as person in charge for approximately 1 hour prior. Advised to add more ice to the bowl and place cheese inside reach in cooler.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed cook washed hands inside 3 compartment sink, coached employee on correct procedures.
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 to operator via email.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed metal scrubs inside handwashing sink at kitchen and second floor.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed at front counter.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pots and pans not inverted at cook line.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cook line.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed faucet handle in disrepair at front counter.
Food stored on floor. Observed produce on floor at second floor.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed spatulas between 3 compartment sink and wall.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator via email.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on top of reach in coolers at 2 floor.
Oct 7, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with old food debris.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing sink blocked by table next to mop sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser spray bottle not labeled as its common name at front counter.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at front counter.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapper installed over orange juice squeezer on second floor.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed pizza boxes stored on floor at second floor
Aug 6, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 22 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority11 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed cook started preparing door no hand washing prior. Coached employee on correct procedures and washed hands.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cheese inside reach in cooler by dishwasher.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pooled eggs (50F - Cold Holding) stored inside reach in cooler by dishwasher, as per person in charge it's been outside for approximately 1 hour prior. Person in charge placed ziplock bag with ice over container for rapid cooling.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Provided to person in charge via email.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with old food debris.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing sink blocked by table next to mop sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed scraper and sponge stored inside handwashing sink at second floor. Observed metal coffee cups stored inside handwashing sink at front counter, person in charge removed cups.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed Eggs Benedict offered as raw on menu not linked to consumer advisory.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit to check dishwasher machine and no quaternary test kit to check 3 compartment sink and bucket.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter hand washing sink, person in charge refilled paper.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed establishment utilizing time as a public health control for cheese and garlic in oil with time marking but no written procedures. Provided to person in charge via email.
Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed person in charge unaware of thermometer calibration procedures. Coached person in charge on correct procedures.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser spray bottle not labeled as its common name at front counter.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at front counter.
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 commercially processed fish at 34F thawing inside reach in cooler at second floor not removed from packaging. Person in charge cut throughout packaging.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on ovens door at cook line.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapper installed over orange juice squeezer on second floor.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clean containers stored at drain boards at second floor.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed pizza boxes stored on floor at second floor
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on top reach in coolers not stored inside sanitizer buckets at cook line.
Apr 15, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At the time of the inspection observed liquid eggs (65F - Cold Holding) holding at room temperature as per chef eggs were placed less than two hours at room temp. Instructed chef to place eggs in ice bath to rapidly cool.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. At the time of the inspection observed raw eggs Benedict offered on menu not identified as raw product.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapper installed over orange juice squeezer on second floor.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser.
Mar 7, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority6 Intermediate10 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken breast stored over sliced cooked jalapenos in reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At the time of the inspection observed liquid eggs (65F - Cold Holding) holding at room temperature as per chef eggs were placed less than two hours at room temp. Instructed chef to place eggs in ice bath to rapidly cool.
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 to operator at the time of the inspection.
Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. At the time of the inspection observed establishment turned second floor into a prep room. Observed prep table, prep cooler and employee prepping raw chicken breast during inspection. No hand sink at all upstairs.
Juice packaged in the establishment that has not been specifically processed to prevent, reduce, or eliminate the presence of pathogens not bearing a warning label. At the time of the inspection observed establishment bottles green juices, beet juice and orange juice. No warning label via email to operator.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. At the time of the inspection observed raw eggs Benedict offered on menu not identified as raw product.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. At the time of the inspection observed establishment turned second floor into a prep room. Observed prep table, flip top prep cooler and five standup reach in coolers and freezers. Also observed employee prepping raw chicken breast during inspection. No hand sink at all upstairs.
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 to operator at the time of the inspection.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapper installed over orange juice squeezer on second floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser.
Sep 26, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with 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. Observed reach in cooler interior soiled.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash 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.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hand sink soiled. Observed hood filters soiled. observed exterior of reach in coolers soiled.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
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.