DRIFTWOOD EXPRESS
30348 OVERSEAS HWY, Big Pine Key FL 33043 · 3058727444
Last inspected Jul 15, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023
AUG 24
APR 25
SEP 25
NOV 25
JUL 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 25 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
1 case · $520
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2024029595 | Mar 5, 2024 | Sep 23, 2024 | $520 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 15, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over sour cream in the walk-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. Can opener blade is soiled
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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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Nov 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Glass cleaner on shelf with microwave above food prep table
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
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. The can opener blade is soiled with food debris
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. Bridget,
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Sep 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris The Can open blade is soiled
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Single-service articles, take out containers and napkins improperly stored On the floor
Wall behind triple sink soiled with accumulated debris, or black mold like substance
Apr 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ice buildup in chest freezer.
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed 2 cases of to go containers, and 1 case of napkins stored on the floor at dry storage.
Oct 22, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations 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.
Ceiling tile missing in storage room with chest freezers
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In pizza and sandwich unit
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Aug 22, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Chemical quaternary test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
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.
No quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Ceiling tile missing in storage room with chest freezers
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In pizza and sandwich unit
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Plastic bottles of soda are stored on floor.
Mar 5, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
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.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.in the walk-in cooler no date labeling for cut tomatoes, cooked chicken wings,pizza sauce, sliced ham or sliced turkey.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Jan 4, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority6 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee washed hands with cold water.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Slices of pizza at 125 F. Slices were discontinued and discarded during inspection at 2:00 pm
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
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.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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/
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.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.in the walk-in cooler no date labeling for cut tomatoes, cooked chicken wings,pizza sauce, sliced ham or sliced turkey.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Nov 28, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken wings and rope sausage stored in walk-in cooler not date mark ed
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk-in cooler door frame and chest freezer gaskets have a buildup of mold like substance.
Walk-in cooler floor is rusting.
Sep 28, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken wings and rope sausage stored in walk-in cooler not date mark ed
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk-in cooler door frame and chest freezer gaskets have a buildup of mold like substance.
Observed cases of cheese stored on floor in walk-in cooler
Single-service articles improperly stored on the floor
Walk-in cooler floor is rusting.
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.