JOSE'S LATIN FOOD 2 INC
2770 N. ROOSEVELT BLVD, Key West FL 33040 · 3057417818
Last inspected Jan 26, 2026 · 6 visits since September 2023
SEP 23
AUG 24
APR 25
JUL 25
JAN 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Item in cooler next to cook line grill: pancake batter (44F - Cold Holding); French toast (45F - Cold Holding). Employee stated items stored in cooler over night.
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Jan 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Food stored on floor. Observed 2 cases of water stored on the floor.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
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Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed flip top reach in cooler interior soiled.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed reuse single-service ice tea gallons, milk with juices made onsite
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler, located at preparation kitchen.
Stored food not covered. Observed cooked beef and cooked fish stored in 2 doors reach in cooler not covered.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
Jul 23, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed coleslaw (47 F - Cold Holding) according to operator stored on the walk in cooler since yesterday. Nacatamales (47 F - Cold Holding) Beef (baho) (49 F - Cold Holding) Chorizo (49 F - Cold Holding) Ham (49 F - Cold Holding) according to operator stored inside of the walk in cooler since Saturday Mondongo soup (50 F - Cold Holding) stored inside walk in cooler since 07/16
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave soiled.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed reuse single-service ice tea gallons, milk with juices made onsite
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed kitchen walls soiled.
Jul 22, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate10 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dishwasher machine chlorine 0 ppm
Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touching cellphone, then proceeded to prepare food without washing hands. Coached employee on washing hands procedure. Employee washed hands.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed coleslaw (47 F - Cold Holding) according to operator stored on the walk in cooler since yesterday. Nacatamales (47 F - Cold Holding) Beef (baho) (49 F - Cold Holding) Chorizo (49 F - Cold Holding) Ham (49 F - Cold Holding) according to operator stored inside of the walk in cooler since Saturday Mondongo soup (50 F - Cold Holding) stored inside walk in cooler since 07/16
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed coleslaw (47 F - Cold Holding) according to operator stored on the walk in cooler since yesterday. Nacatamales (47 F - Cold Holding) Beef (baho) (49 F - Cold Holding) Chorizo (49 F - Cold Holding) Ham (49 F - Cold Holding) according to operator stored inside of the walk in cooler since Saturday Mondongo soup (50 F - Cold Holding) stored inside walk in cooler since 07/16
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave soiled.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food not segregated from food to be served to the public inside of the prep area cooler
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees preparing food with no hair restraint.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of milk stored on the walk in cooler floor, observed cases of oil stored in the kitchen floor l
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of the walk in cooler area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed under charbroiled grill with heavy soiled.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed reuse single-service ice tea gallons, milk with juices made onsite
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beef, pork at room temperature.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed kitchen walls soiled.
Apr 2, 2025Inspection 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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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Front counter and inside the walk in cooler: Flan and rice pudding prepared in-house not date marked. As per operator, prepared two days ago. Operator placed the date in the flan and rice pudding Discussed with the operator the correct procedures.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. FRLA: Kelvin Jose Paz, expired 3/31/25; Caridad Perez, expired 3/31/25; Victoria Molina, expired 3/31/25; Mayor Josue Paz, expired 3/31/25
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Bottom shelves soiled.
Aug 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Handwashing sink has been removed from the dish washing area. There is a handwashing sink located on the back side of the dish washing area at both ends.
Employees Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Sep 27, 2023Warning 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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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Item in cooler next to cook line grill: pancake batter (44F - Cold Holding); French toast (45F - Cold Holding). Employee stated items stored in cooler over night.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Item in cooler next to cook line grill: pancake batter (44F - Cold Holding); French toast (45F - Cold Holding). Employee stated items stored in cooler over night.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Containers of milk stored in front counter reach-in cooler. Employee stated item opened on 9/25. Employee placed proper date on containers.
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/. Four employees working with no certified food manager present.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No hand towels at hand washing sink on cook line. Employee provided hand towels at hand washing 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 proof of employee training available.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. No consumer advisory available. Inspector provided operator a consumer advisory by email.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. CO2 tank in back of kitchen. CO2 tank next to soda boxes in kitchen.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table across from grill. Employee placed drink on bottom shelf of prep table.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor in walk-in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Case of soda on floor next to soda box station.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Desserts and salads in self service case at front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of reach-in coolers on cook line.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Aluminum to go pans stored in dry storage area.
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