KIM'S KUBAN
2302 N ROOSEVELT BLVD, Key West FL 33040 · 305-296-2878
Last inspected Aug 4, 2026 · 6 visits since September 2023
APR 24
AUG 24
JUL 25
JAN 26
AUG 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst 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.
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Aug 4, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority7 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 13 findingsThe state's own report →
Observed employee gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed Front counter: Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100+ppm). Advised operator to remake.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed kitchen handwashing sink with old food debris. Observed front counter handwashing sink used as a dump station and rinse off blenders.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed new employee named Anita and Juladis hired about 5 months ago. Ob
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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.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. At the coffee station.
Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Manager unable to recite the Big 6 and does not know how to calibrate thermostat. Provided form to operator.
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. Observed employees with expired certificate.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed multiple spray bottles with no name label.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed mayo container cracked.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Throughout the kitchen.
Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. In the kitchen.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed rice container with no name label.
Jan 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee change task and then changed gloves without washing hands. Discussed and couched employee in proper methods.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over birria sauce in 2 doors standing reach in cooler, located near the 3 compartment sink. During the inspection employee removed items and placed them correctly.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed several plastic containers with chemicals stored underneath the 3 compartment sink.
Original container of toxic substance or chemical does not bear the manufacturer's label.
Food stored on floor. Observed 1 case of purified water bottles stored on the floor by the kitchen entrance. During the inspection employee removed item.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination on top of shelve, located at cooking line.
Stored food not covered. Observed cooked white and cooked yellow rice stored in flip top reach in cooler not covered.
Jul 22, 2025Inspection 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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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser unlabeled in kitchen. Operator labeled bottle.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees engaged in food preparation without hair restraint. Employees put hats.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container unlabeled on front counter. Operator labeled container.
Aug 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 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 steak stored above raw shrimp on drawers at cook line.
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.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed on rice container.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drink on top of slicer at kitchen area.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at front counter.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed at front counter.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container not identified with common name at kitchen area.
Apr 23, 2024Inspection 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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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. Form were signed by employees.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth on top of the preparation table. Manager put it inside the sanitizer bucket.
Sep 26, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shell eggs stored over cut onions in reach-in cooler across from cook line grill. Manager moved eggs to bottom shelf of reach-in cooler.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Eggs stored on counter at 76F. Manager stated eggs on counter for 30 minutes. Manager moved eggs to reach-in cooler across from cook line grill, ambient temperature 40F.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Item stored in cook line grill drawer: steak (49F - Cold Holding). Manager stated item placed in grill drawer one hour prior to temperature being taken. Manager moved item to reach-in freezer to reduce temperature to 41F.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Items stored on counter next to cook line grill: pork (123F - Hot Holding); beef (124F - Hot Holding). Manager stated items placed on counter while cleaning warmer. Manager moved items to grill to reheat.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Steel wool and spray bottle stored in hand washing sink behind front counter. Employee removed items from hand washing sink.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quaternary test kit for three compartment sink.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Proof of training for two employees, establishment had five employees working.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Establishment has no consumer advisory posted. Inspector emailed consumer advisory to operator. Manager stated they would print and post consumer advisory.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle hanging from the side of the three compartment sink.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep counter across from cook line grill. Manager discarded drink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on counter next to cook line grill. Manager removed phone from shelf.
Food stored on floor. Eggs stored on floor at end of cook line. Manager moved eggs to reach-in cooler.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Containers stored above three compartment sink.
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.