DONUT GALLERY DINER
83 HARBOR DR, Key Biscayne FL 33149
Last inspected Mar 3, 2026 · 10 visits since December 2023
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MAR 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 32 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
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $320
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2024073069 | Oct 7, 2024 | Feb 19, 2025 | $160 |
| 1--2015016032 | Feb 25, 2015 | May 4, 2015 | $160 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Mar 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over diced tomatoes at RIC next to cook line.
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 how to calibrate thermometer using the cold method.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed scrubber inside HWS at front counter.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available.
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No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at HWS near front counter entrance.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine with mold-like substance.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed lights with no light shield at back kitchen area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at both HWS at front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed RIC cooler gaskets soiled next to cook line.
Mar 3, 2026□ 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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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket at cook line reach in cooler soiled.
Dec 8, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed four employees at time of inspection without a certified food manager present.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employees engaging in food preparation wearing a bracelet and a watch.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed a hole in the wall at warewashing area.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven handle at cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket at cook line reach in cooler soiled.
Feb 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed next to cook line, as per chef for approximately 30 minutes prior, operator placed inside reach in cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plates stored inside hand washing sink at front counter, operator removed.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Two-compartment sink used for warewashing. Observed employee washing plates inside hand washing sink at front counter. Coached employee on correct procedures.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil container and orange cases stored on floor by 3 compartment sink.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container by coffee machine not identified as its common name.
Oct 7, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Expired quaternary chemical test kit on 06-15-21 provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed Eggs Benedict with smoked salmon offered on menu not identified as raw.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed Eggs Benedict with smoked salmon offered on menu and no consumers advisory linked.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed cook preparing food wearing watch.
No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. Observed no drain boards above 3 compartment sink.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter hand washing sink.
Jul 25, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed cook placed gloves to start preparing food with no hand washing prior.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ham (49F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding) on top of reach in cooler by cook line door as per operator for approximately 30 minutes prior, operator placed products inside reach in cooler for rapid cooling.
Expired quaternary chemical test kit on 06-15-21 provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plates stored inside hand washing sink at front counter, operator removed.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed Eggs Benedict with smoked salmon offered on menu not identified as raw.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
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.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed Eggs Benedict with smoked salmon offered on menu and no consumers advisory linked.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed cook preparing food wearing watch.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil container stored on floor by 3 compartment sink.
No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. Observed no drain boards above 3 compartment sink.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter hand washing sink.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on top of preparation table at cook line.
Jul 25, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw beef steak (47F - Cold Holding) at storage reach in cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front service sink.
May 28, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw beef steak (47F - Cold Holding) at storage reach in cooler.
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 interior of reach in cooler soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
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.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. At the time of the inspection. Observed employee Juan Cepeda missing employee training.
Sink compartments of three-compartment sink too small to accommodate utensils or equipment.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at establishment entrance.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front service sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. At time of the inspection observed wet mop still in bucket. Not drying properly.
Feb 2, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed at double sink in back prep area.
Food stored on floor. Observed oranges stored on back kitchen floor.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service stored on back kitchen floor.
Dec 21, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over ice cream in reach in freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef (45F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (46F - Cold Holding); sausage (47F - Cold Holding); turkey (44F - Cold Holding) all cold holding in prep area each in cooler.
Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed at front counter.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled on breakfast prep station.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed smoked salmon and eggs Benedict not marked as raw on menu.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed some employees without food safety training. Juan Cepeda has been hired more than 60 days.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided to manager.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents dusty.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed dry wiping cloth used as surface for food contact utensils next to stove.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed at double sink in back prep area.
Food stored on floor. Observed oranges stored on back kitchen floor.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler fan cover soiled. Observed exterior of reach in coolers and freezer exterior soiled.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service stored on back kitchen floor.
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