GRAND BAY CLUB
425 GRAND BAY DR N, Key Biscayne FL 33149 · (305) 442-9808
Last inspected Aug 24, 2026 · 10 visits since January 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. At the time of the inspection operator paid license online Validation number 238648108.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 24, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority3 Intermediate17 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 20 findingsThe state's own report →
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Rocco Mauriello with expire CFM on 01.05.2026.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a spoon inside handwashing sink at salad station. Also observed a lady washing the wiping cloth inside handwashing sink and then clean the white cutting board at handwashing sink located at kitchen entrance.
No certified food manager for establishment. 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 no proof of food manager certificate for the establishment.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Observed soiled inside dishwasher machine.
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Accumulation of debris on drainboards or equivalent. Observed racks used for washing equipment soiled and stored on the floor.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed top of dishwasher machine soiled.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed all reach in coolers, reach in freezer, walk in cooler and walk in freezer with handle soiled with food residue.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling soiled inside walk in cooler.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed on the floor a big dead roach under dry storage shelves located next to walk in freezer. Operator removed.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Observed chlorine sanitizer solution for dishwasher machine at 0 ppm, stop using that machine and set up three compartment sink.
Drain cover(s) missing. Observed all drain covers missing inside kitchen area.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed a duck tape covering a hole on the wall at dry storage area when walking to walk in cooler.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal phone stored on top of prep table at salad station. Operator removed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed soiled floors drain areas and beneath kitchen equipment and food preparation tables.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed a zapper installed on top of prep table located at the left top when entering the kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed ceiling soiled inside walk in cooler. Also observed soiled fans inside walk in cooler. Observed hood filter soiled.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves with rust inside walk in cooler and inside walk in freezer.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls withheavy accumulation of grease and other soil residues. Specifically, the wall behind the grill, the stainless steel wall adjacent to the walk in freezer entrance extending from the floor to the ceiling, and the walls in dishwasher area with black mold-like substance.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed several wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizer solution throughout establishment-kitchen area.
Jun 23, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 20 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate17 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Rocco Mauriello with expire CFM on 01.05.2026.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a spoon inside handwashing sink at salad station. Also observed a lady washing the wiping cloth inside handwashing sink and then clean the white cutting board at handwashing sink located at kitchen entrance.
No certified food manager for establishment. 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 no proof of food manager certificate for the establishment.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Observed soiled inside dishwasher machine.
Accumulation of debris on drainboards or equivalent. Observed racks used for washing equipment soiled and stored on the floor.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed top of dishwasher machine soiled.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed all reach in coolers, reach in freezer, walk in cooler and walk in freezer with handle soiled with food residue.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling soiled inside walk in cooler.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed on the floor a big dead roach under dry storage shelves located next to walk in freezer. Operator removed.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Observed chlorine sanitizer solution for dishwasher machine at 0 ppm, stop using that machine and set up three compartment sink.
Drain cover(s) missing. Observed all drain covers missing inside kitchen area.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed a duck tape covering a hole on the wall at dry storage area when walking to walk in cooler.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal phone stored on top of prep table at salad station. Operator removed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed soiled floors drain areas and beneath kitchen equipment and food preparation tables.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed a zapper installed on top of prep table located at the left top when entering the kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed ceiling soiled inside walk in cooler. Also observed soiled fans inside walk in cooler. Observed hood filter soiled.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves with rust inside walk in cooler and inside walk in freezer.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls withheavy accumulation of grease and other soil residues. Specifically, the wall behind the grill, the stainless steel wall adjacent to the walk in freezer entrance extending from the floor to the ceiling, and the walls in dishwasher area with black mold-like substance.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed several wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizer solution throughout establishment-kitchen area.
Jun 23, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed Rocco Mauriello with expire CFM on 01.05.2026.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at bar area.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapper over prep table at preparation area.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at RIC at prep area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed WIC and WIF gaskets soiled.
Feb 25, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed Rocco Mauriello with expire CFM on 01.05.2026.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
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 ROP cooked chicken at WIC. As per manager they last 3-4 days. Coached manager on correct procedure.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle inside rice container under slicer table. Bowl was removed.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at bar area.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates not inverted at ware washing area.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapper over prep table at preparation area.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at RIC at prep area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed WIC and WIF gaskets soiled.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Observed quinoa and scallops ROP with no production time. Coached manager on correct procedure.
May 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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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 stored on floor. Observed oil container stored on floor by walk in cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside reach in freezer by salad station.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator via email.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at reach in cooler cook line.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on top of reach in cooler by coffee maker and cook line.
Dec 17, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. 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 person in charge Jose Solis certificate expired on 06-04-2024.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled by walk in cooler.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling by ware washing area with mold like substance and water damage.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets inside walk in cooler soiled.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed straw at bar area not individually wrapped.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Observed establishment utilizing reduced oxygen packaging for raw meats, raw chicken and cooked octopus not removed from package within 48 hours.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled underneath 3 compartment sink at ware washing area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on top of reach in cooler by coffee maker and cook line.
Oct 17, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate7 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm), operator reset Dishwasher, final reading(Chlorine 100ppm).
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over cooked chicken inside walk in cooler.
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed cook unaware of maximum cold holding temperature, coached cook.
Food manager certification expired. 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 person in charge Jose Solis certificate expired on 06-04-2024.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled by walk in cooler.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked quinoa inside walk in cooler with no date marked, as per operator for more than 24 hours prior.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed all employee training expired on 08-23-2024 or before.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling by ware washing area with mold like substance and water damage.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets inside walk in cooler soiled.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed straw at bar area not individually wrapped.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Observed establishment utilizing reduced oxygen packaging for raw meats, raw chicken and cooked octopus not removed from package within 48 hours.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled underneath 3 compartment sink at ware washing area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on top of reach in cooler by coffee maker and cook line.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container not identified by its common name by coffee maker station.
Jun 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled located in the back prep area of kitchen.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary chemical test kit for three compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler vents soiled. Observed hood filters soiled.
Jan 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. At the time of the inspection operator paid license online Validation number 238648108.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over cheese containers at reach in cooler across from cook line.
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. Operator posted.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade 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. At the time of the inspection chef printed and signed employee reporting agreement.
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.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl no handle stored in flour and bread crumbs container.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed accumulated grease/ debris at hood filters. Observed fan cover in walk in cooler soiled. Observed table fans above prep areas soiled-with accumulated dust.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
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