KEY ROYALE CLUB INC
700 KEY ROYALE DR, Holmes Beach FL 34217 · 941-778-3055
Last inspected Jul 7, 2026 · 10 visits since November 2023
APR 24
SEP 24
APR 25
SEP 25
FEB 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $2,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2018013361 | Feb 6, 2018 | May 22, 2018 | $800 |
| 7--2017048934 | Aug 24, 2017 | Jan 4, 2018 | $1,200 |
| 7--2016055952 | Nov 16, 2016 | Jan 12, 2017 | $200 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 7, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 30, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed changes made to existing kitchen without a plan submitted, 3 compartment sink changed and handwashing sink removed. Observed back kitchen added with hood system.
Apr 20, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed handwashing sink removed from main kitchen near dish machine.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Observed no measuring device for hot water sanitizing dish machine.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed changes made to existing kitchen without a plan submitted, 3 compartment sink changed and handwashing sink removed. Observed back kitchen added with hood system.
Feb 19, 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 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed handwashing sink removed from main kitchen near dish machine.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Observed no measuring device for hot water sanitizing dish machine.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed changes made to existing kitchen without a plan submitted, 3 compartment sink changed and handwashing sink removed. Observed back kitchen added with hood system.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding missing through out the front and back kitchen areas.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed walls in bar area behind equipment and dish machine open to the studs.
Feb 11, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
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Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed handwashing sink removed from main kitchen near dish machine.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed utensils in handwashing sink in back kitchen. Operator removed utensils.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Observed no measuring device for hot water sanitizing dish machine.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed changes made to existing kitchen without a plan submitted, 3 compartment sink changed and handwashing sink removed. Observed back kitchen added with hood system.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand soap at handwashing sink in back kitchen. Operator replaced batteries.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding missing through out the front and back kitchen areas.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged in food preparation without a hair restraint. Employee put on a hat.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven door handle in front and back kitchens. Operator removed tongs.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee beverage in reach in cooler in salad area. Operator removed drink.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed walls in bar area behind equipment and dish machine open to the studs.
Sep 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Observed pest emitting device in bar area next to single serve cup. Operator removed pest emitting device.
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed 1 cracked shell egg in 3 door reach-in cooler in back storage area. Operator voluntarily discarded egg.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent and ceiling in dish machine area soiled with grease and dust.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Educated operator on removing fish completely from packaging before thawing. Operator removed fish from packaging.
Food stored on floor. Observed fryer oil on floor in back storage area. Operator moved oil to shelf.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven door handle on cook line. Operator removed tongs.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign in bar area. E-mailed copy of hand wash sign to executive chef, who printed and hung sign.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop not hung to dry in mop bucket in back storage area.
Apr 23, 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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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in back storage area. Operator replaced towels.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employees beverage on food preparation table in kitchen. Employee discarded beverage.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employees drink engaged in food preparation with a watch and bracelets. Employee removed watch and bracelets.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven door handle in kitchen. Operator removed tongs.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mops not hung to dry.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed wiping cloth sanitizers buckets stored on floor in kitchen and bar area. Employee moved buckets off the floor.
Sep 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken breast over cooked sliced beef. Employee moved chicken to bottom shelf below cooked sliced beef.
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. Educated person in charge of employee health reporting agreements. Emailed a copy to person in charge. Person in charged printed copies and had employees read and sign agreements.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open employee drink on table next to clean dishes. Employee discarded drink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee speaker on shelf above at make table. Employee removed speaker.
Food stored on floor. Observed containers of fryer oil stored on floor in dry storage area. Employee moved fryer oil to shelf.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle touching sugar and bread crumbs. Employee moved scoops above products.
Apr 11, 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. Mixer head in back food prep are soiled with food debris. Chef cleaned and sanitized the mixer head.
Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Dish machine is not dispensing sanitizer. Chef set up 3 compartment sink to sanitize dishes and called repairmen.
Equipment in poor repair. Bottom shelf of food prep table in back prep area is pitted and has visible rust.
Nov 14, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer blade soiled. Can opener blade soiled.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler near the right side of the cook line has standing water in the bottom.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Shrimp thawing in standing water. Chef placed the shrimp under running water.
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