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85500 OVERSEAS HIGHWAY, Islamorada FL 33036 · 305-978-4126

Last inspected Jan 15, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023

Licence typeMobile Food Vehicle
Risk levelRisk Level 1
LicenceMFD2359716
Grade history
AUG 23
MAR 24
SEP 24
APR 25
JAN 26
▼ IMPROVING

5 inspections trending up, 14 points better than where it started.

Worst finding on record
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
High priority/50-17-3/Warning
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Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Jan 15, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findings
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
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No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Basic/51-13-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Basic/31B-04-4
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Basic/22-16-4
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Jun 3, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

Recorded at 234 55 ST OCEAN, Marathon — this licence has since moved.

1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
High priority/50-17-3/Warning/Return visit Jun 3, 2025 · Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. 10/ 1/ 24 Admin Complaint
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning/Return visit Jun 3, 2025 · Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. OBSERVED Dust and debris covering the inside of the MFDV
Basic/23-03-4/Warning/Return visit Jun 3, 2025 · Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. OBSERVED Dust and debris covering the inside of the MFDV Time Extended
Apr 3, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.

Recorded at 234 55 ST OCEAN, Marathon — this licence has since moved.

1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
High priority/50-17-3/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. OBSERVED Dust and debris covering the inside of the MFDV
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Sep 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

Recorded at 234 55 ST OCEAN, Marathon — this licence has since moved.

0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
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.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink.
Basic/16-07-4
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Basic/36-73-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Chest freezers interior soiled with rust and water.
Basic/23-03-4
May 14, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

Recorded at 234 55 ST OCEAN, Marathon — this licence has since moved.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 7, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded.

Recorded at 234 55 ST OCEAN, Marathon — this licence has since moved.

0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Oct 20, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded.

Recorded at 234 55 ST OCEAN, Marathon — this licence has since moved.

0 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken/Return visit Oct 20, 2023 · 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. Admin Complaint
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Gary Alan Leo
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Return visit Oct 20, 2023 · Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Gary Alan Leo Admin Complaint
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. Shawn
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Return visit Oct 20, 2023 · No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Admin Complaint
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Return visit Oct 20, 2023 · - No soap provided at handwash sink. Time Extended
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service.
Intermediate/02B-02-5/Corrected On-Site/Return visit Oct 20, 2023 · At call back inspection Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Is not posted on the MFDV or the menu . Admin Complaint
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.
Basic/50-03-4/Return visit Oct 20, 2023 · Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. The Expired sticker is sitting on dashboard of MFDV Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Triple sink is soiled and not accessible
Basic/23-03-4/Return visit Oct 20, 2023 · Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Triple sink is soiled and not accessible Time Extended
Aug 10, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded.

Recorded at 234 55 ST OCEAN, Marathon — this licence has since moved.

0 High priority7 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
Intermediate/31A-09-4
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Gary Alan Leo
Intermediate/53A-01-7
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
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. Shawn
Intermediate/53B-01-5
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service.
Intermediate/02B-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.
Basic/50-03-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Basic/31B-04-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Triple sink is soiled and not accessible
Basic/23-03-4

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