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KEYSBITE

99000 OVERSEAS HWY, Key Largo FL 33037 · 305-394-1395

Last inspected Mar 17, 2026 · 7 visits since November 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats64
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA5428221
Grade history
APR 24
NOV 24
MAR 25
OCT 25
MAR 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 22 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4
Badges — 1 earned
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Inspection history

7 visits, newest first

Mar 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findings
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked salsa dated on 03/09 on shelves at walk in cooler, employee discarded during inspection.
High priority/02C-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked salsa dated on 03/09 on shelves at walk in cooler, employee discarded during inspection.
High priority/01B-02-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed potatoes salad (46F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler at cook line, as per employee less than 2 hours. Employee closed lid during inspection.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade, employee removed from holder to dishwashing area.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrective Action Taken
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at dishwashing area.
Basic/36-34-5
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 raw tuna still on ROP package inside reach in cooler at cook line, employee discarded during inspection.
Basic/06-09-1/Corrected On-Site
Food stored in a prohibited area. Observed lard container stored on mop sink, employee removed and stored properly.
Basic/08B-37-4/Corrected On-Site
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on clean plastic containers above dishwasher machine.
Basic/16-46-4
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4
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Oct 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee changing gloves without washing their hands at cook line, coached employee on proper procedures.
High priority/12A-07-5
Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Coached employee on proper procedures.
High priority/12A-17-4
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (48F - Cold Holding); cooked steak (48F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler at cook line, as per employee less than 2 hours, employee keeps lid closed during inspection.
High priority/03A-02-5
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade. Employee removed from holder and moved to dishwashing area.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrective Action Taken
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty container inside hand wash sink at cook line, employee removed during inspection.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4/Repeat Violation
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 raw mahi fillets (38F - Hot Holding) still on ROP packets at walk in freezer.
Basic/06-09-1
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal water bottle next to cutting board on preparation table at kitchen area, employee removed during inspection.
Basic/40-06-5
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed cooked chili stored in crakes plastic container at kitchen area, employee discarded container during inspection.
Basic/14-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Food stored on floor. Observed raw fish fillets container stored on walk in freezer floor, employee stored properly during inspection.Also observed food cases stored under rack at walk in freezer floor.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on units at cook line.
Basic/23-03-4
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw mahi fillets (38F - Hot Holding) in container on standing water at walk in freezer.
Basic/06-01-5/Repeat Violation
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed at cook line.
Basic/21-09-4
Mar 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observe cooked yellow rice (49F - Cold Holding) on shelves at walk in cooler, as per employee over 24 hours, cooked rice was discarded during inspection.
High priority/01B-02-5/Repeat Violation
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observe pooled eggs (51F - Cold Holding) at cook line, as per employee less than 1 hour, employee add more ice to container. Also observe cooked yellow rice (49F - Cold Holding) on shelves at walk in cooler, as per employee over 24 hours, cooked rice was discarded during inspection.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observe homemade potatoes (115F - Hot Holding) at cook line, as per employee less than 1 hour, employee reheated during inspection.
High priority/03B-01-6/Repeat Violation
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked yellow rice not date marked on shelves at walk in cooler, as per operator over 24 hours.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Basic/16-03-4
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4/Repeat Violation
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observe clean utensils stored on dirty container under steam table at cook line, operator moved container to dishwasher area.
Basic/24-06-4/Corrective Action Taken
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observe an employee at cook line not wearing a hair restraint.
Basic/13-03-4
Food stored on floor. Observe raw shrimp container stored on floor at walk in cooler, also observe frozen cooked pork container stored on floor next to walk in cooler entrance, operator moved container to walk in cooler and stored properly.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed cooked pork (frozen) thawing next to walk in cooler entrance, operator moved container to walk in cooler.
Basic/06-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Nov 21, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Return visit Nov 21, 2024 · Still observed Time Extended
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed Ice bin soiled.
Basic/22-20-5/Return visit Nov 21, 2024 · Still observed Time Extended
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4/Return visit Nov 21, 2024 · Still observed Time Extended
Food stored on floor. Observed raw food stored on the floor at the walk in freezer.
Basic/08B-38-4/Return visit Nov 21, 2024 · Still observed Time Extended
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on clean plastic containers on rack next to dishwashing machine.
Basic/16-46-4/Return visit Nov 21, 2024 · Still observed Time Extended
Nov 19, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority2 Intermediate5 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) Dishwasher (Chlorine 50ppm)
High priority/22-41-4/Corrected On-Site
Food/ice received from unapproved source/no invoice provided to verify source. See Stop Sale. Observed establishment selling assorted muffins at the front counter. Operator could not provide a vendor receipt. Operator removed the muffins.
High priority/01A-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cole slaw (53F - Cold Holding); cooked steak (54F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (46F - Cold Holding); ham (50F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (46F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler in kitchen area. As per operator for less than 2 hours. Also observed pool eggs(49F - Cold Holding) next to the stove in the kitchen area. As per operator for less than 2 hours. Operator closed the lid to the reach in cooler to lower the temperature. Operator proceeded to add ice.
High priority/03A-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chorizo (117 Hot Holding ) at stove in kitchen area. As per operator for less than 3 hours. Operator proceeded to reheat the product.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food remnants in HWS next to three compartment sink.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed Ice bin soiled.
Basic/22-20-5
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drink on preparation table next to toaster in kitchen area. Operator removed the item.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Food stored on floor. Observed raw food stored on the floor at the walk in freezer.
Basic/08B-38-4
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on clean plastic containers on rack next to dishwashing machine.
Basic/16-46-4
Apr 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee cracking eggs and touching bun and no hand wash. Instructed in correct procedures.
High priority/12A-27-4
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked green beans (114F - Hot Holding at cook line, as per employee less than 30 minutes, employee proceeded to reheat food.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed in both bathroom.
Basic/32-04-4/Repeat Violation
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen.
Basic/36-34-5
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed next to coffee station.
Basic/10-08-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed on HWS across walk in cooler entrance.
Basic/29-11-4
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at cook line.
Basic/21-12-4/Repeat Violation
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed coconut flakes and pecans container not identified with common name at dessert station.
Basic/02D-01-5
Nov 14, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 20 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

4 High priority2 Intermediate14 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 2 dented beans cans located at dry storage, Manager removed during inspection.
High priority/01B-01-4/Corrected On-Site
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed homemade taco sauce (41F - Cold Holding) dated on 10/24 in shelves at walk in cooler. Employee discarded during inspection.
High priority/02C-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed homemade taco sauce (41F - Cold Holding) dated on 10/24 in shelves at walk in cooler. Employee discarded during inspection.
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed potato salad (48F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler at cook line, as per employee less than 2 hours. Employee moved salad to walk in cooler.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked chicken, chicken wings and bacon not date marked in shelves at walk in cooler, as per Manager over 24 hours. Manager dated during inspection.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Manager clean it during inspection.
Basic/22-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed on both bathrooms.
Basic/32-04-4
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled walk in freezer handle.
Basic/23-24-4/Repeat Violation
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drinks next to food at the cook line. Employee removed during inspection.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed HWS hot water handle in disrepair located next to 3 compartment sink.
Basic/29-09-4
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at the front counter next to coffee machine. Employee rearranged properly.
Basic/10-08-5/Corrected On-Site
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed spoon handle touching ground coffee container at the front counter next to coffeemaker.
Basic/10-01-5
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed in clean plastic containers in rack next to dishwasher machine.
Basic/16-46-4
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed throughout kitchen.
Basic/21-12-4/Repeat Violation
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200+ppm) at cook line, employee discarded and replaced with a new solution. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm).
Basic/21-07-4
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed coffee container not identified next to coffeemaker.
Basic/02D-01-5

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.