HURRICANE HOLE
5130 OVERSEAS HWY, Key West FL 33040 · 305.393.6171
Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2024
JUL 24
APR 25
AUG 25
APR 26
AUG 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 20+ rodent droppings on floor near reach in cooler containing sauces next to the liquor storage room. Employee removed droppings and sanitized area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2022031196 | Jun 16, 2022 | Jul 21, 2022 | $400 |
| 1--2018035475 | Jun 13, 2018 | Aug 21, 2018 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 26, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed can opener rusted.
Aug 25, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 14 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp stored over cooked wings at reach in cooler across fryers. Employee stored products properly.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 20+ rodent droppings on floor near reach in cooler containing sauces next to the liquor storage room. Employee removed droppings and sanitized area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener heavily soiled.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Manager provided soap at time of inspection.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed can opener rusted.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing near reach in cooler containing sauces next to liquor storage room.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in disrepair in the kitchen and ware washing area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles in the kitchen soiled with food debris.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding missing at prep sink near the dishwasher.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed clean plastic containers stacked together above preparation sink not properly air dried.
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed cove molding box of breads stored under dripping water from ac at walk in cooler.
Stored food not covered. Observed chicken wings at walk in cooler not covered. Manager cover product at time of inspection.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled in some areas in the kitchen behind equipment. Also observed wall near dishwasher soiled with black substance.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from pipe under handwash sink near office.
Apr 8, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed kitchen utensils stored in standing water at 97 F.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fans guard soiled.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed several bags of raw shrimp thawing in standing water at 3 compartment sink.
Walk-in freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic bottles with different sauces not labeled. During the inspection employee labeled them.
Aug 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed a hose connected at the time of the inspection by the dishwasher machine.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Employee washed it.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pasta inside the reach in cooler not date marked. As per employee food was cooked around 11:00.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Observed all food handler training are not the original certificate.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damages or in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in disrepair at the kitchen area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone stored next to seasoning and above food by the 3 compartment sink. Employee removed it.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer door in disrepair.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed under the hand wash sink located by the office.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed behind the 3 compartment sink.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle inside the sugar. Employee removed it.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At the cook line.
Stored food not covered. Observed food inside the reach in cooler not covered. Employee covered food.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed a water leak under the hand wash sink by the office.
Apr 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed fries (61/59F - Cooling) covered it.
Hole in or other damage to wall. By three compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Filter soiled
Apr 2, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sausage (55F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (53F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (44F - Cold Holding); ceviche (44F - Cold Holding); black beans (53F - Cold Holding); conch ceviche (44F - Cold Holding) for less than 4 hours as per operator. Operator open the walk in freezer door while the technician arrive. Also observed corn/beans salad (55F - Cold Holding); cheese (55F - Cold Holding); hot dogs (59F - Cold Holding); arugula (60F - Cold Holding). Less than 4 hours as per operator, operator placed under ice bag.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed fries (61/59F - Cooling) covered it.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary test kit.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Paper was replaced during inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. At the cook line, soap was replaced during inspection.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler with ambient temperature of 55°F, located across the cook line.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Hole in or other damage to wall. By three compartment sink.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In standing water at 102°F. Operator reheated at 135°F or above
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At the cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Filter soiled
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. On top of preparation table. Operator properly stored it.
Jul 31, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed at ware washing area.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hose connected near sink at ware washing area missing vacuum breaker.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Observed 1 walk in cooler fan cover missing.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent at expo area soiled with dust. Observed ceiling near dish machine soiled with black substance.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall near sink at ware washing area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soda gun holster soiled with slimy substance at bar.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed walk in cooler vent covers soiled.
Jul 30, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed at ware washing area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw fish (52F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (52F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp with seasoning (54F - Cold Holding); cheese (55F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at cook line. As per operator, products were placed inside unit approximately 2 hours prior. Employees placed bags of ice over products.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hose connected near sink at ware washing area missing vacuum breaker.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at cook line and bar.
Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Observed 1 walk in cooler fan cover missing.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent at expo area soiled with dust. Observed ceiling near dish machine soiled with black substance.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone on cutting board near kitchen exit. Employee removed phone and sanitized area.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall near sink at ware washing area.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer at reach in cooler at cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soda gun holster soiled with slimy substance at bar.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed walk in cooler vent covers soiled.
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.