KEY WEST CUBAN COFFEE COCINA, LLC
517 TRUMAN AVE STE B, Key West FL 33040 · 305-395-8993
Last inspected May 27, 2026 · 6 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections within 37 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef stored inside cold drawers at cook line.
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
May 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steak stored above cooked chicken tenders in standing freezer at kitchen area.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed shredded beef (41F - Cold Holding) dated on 05/09 and cooked chicken (42F - Cold Holding) dated on 05/16 in standing unit at kitchen area, operator segregated to be discarded.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed shredded beef (41F - Cold Holding) dated on 05/09 and cooked chicken (42F - Cold Holding) dated on 05/16 in standing unit at kitchen area, operator segregated to be discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beans (115F - Hot Holding) on stove, as per operator less than 1 hour. Operator proceeded to reheat.
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Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal water bottle on preparation table at kitchen area. Operator removed during inspection.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed spoon handle on top of cooked rice, operator removed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in all units at kitchen area.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on clean plastic containers stored above 3 compartment sink.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed several wiping cloths at kitchen area.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed at kitchen area by stove. Operator stored properly.
Jul 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Apr 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked pork stored in the reach-in cooler, with a labeling date of 03/20/25. Discussed and coached employee in dated marking procedure.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked pork stored in the reach-in cooler, with a labeling date of 03/20/25. Discussed and coached employee in dated marking procedure.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container with whole potatoes stored on the floor at cooking line. During the inspection employee removed item and placed it correctly.
Aug 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw pork stored inside the drawers reach in cooler, located at cooking line. Discussed and coached employee in proper methods. Employee removed items and placed them correctly.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken over raw bacon stored inside the glass standing freezer. Employee removed items and placed them correctly.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed several kitchen tongs stored on fryer handle. Employee removed items.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Employee removed it.
Apr 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority5 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef stored inside cold drawers at cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed gallo pinto rice (121F - Hot Holding) on grill. As per employee approximately an hour. Employee turn on grill for reheat.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee washed hands inside triple sink at kitchen. Coached employee on proper hand washing procedures.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic cups stored inside hand sink next to coffee machine. Also observed plastic container stored inside hand sink at kitchen. Employee removed the items.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink next to coffee machine.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink next to coffee station.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rusted shelve under preparation table at kitchen. Also observed storage shelves rusted across triple sink at kitchen.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl without handle inside rice container and inside beans container at kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets torn at cook line.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at bottom of reach in freezer next to standing freezer.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils stored in standing water 73F at coffee station.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer gaskets soiled. Also observed hood filters soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on coffee machine table. Also observed 3 cloths on cook line.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed coffee and sugar inside plastic containers without label next to coffee machine. Employee properly labeled products.
Sep 27, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken stored over ready to eat potatoes in reach-in cooler next to triple sink. Operator removed chicken to properly store.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. milk (50F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler in bar area. Operator stated milk was left out for a little while for coffee making. Operator will keep in cooler to chill when not in use. Also, cooked pork (44-45F - Cold Holding) in top of flip top reach-in cooler across from stove. Employee stated she left the lid opened during rush. Employee closed lid to chill.
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/ Gabriela CFM certificate expired in January 2023. She stated she is scheduled to take test soon.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on both reach-in coolers on cook line soiled/ stained.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink next to triple sink. Employee replenished paper towels.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand wash sink next to coffee equipment at bar area. Operator replenished soap at hand wash sink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee personal belonging stored on top of slicer. Operator removed employee's purse to properly store.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean stacked cups on storage counter near bar area unable to properly air dry
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Pair of tongs hanging from handle of oven in kitchen. Operator removed tongs to properly store.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Filters in hood above stove soiled.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Bucket of Sanitizer solution stored on cutting board of flip top reach-in cooler across from stove. Employee removed bucket to properly store.
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.