LA GRIGNOTE KEY WEST LLC
1211 DUVAL ST, Key West FL 33040 · 305-916-5445
Last inspected Jul 28, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2023
APR 24
APR 25
AUG 25
JAN 26
JUL 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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. Provided by email.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jul 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. Observed spray bottle with degreaser at front counter.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled at cook line.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled with food debris at cook line.
Jan 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs stored on shelf at cook line at ambient temperature.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed establishment has no written plan for time as a public health control for items containing protein at front counter.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine at front counter soiled with mildew like substance.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed an employee at front counter engaging in food preparation while wearing a bracelet.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers at warewashing wet nesting.
Oct 29, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced turkey (55F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (52F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler by kitchen. As per employee prepared less than 2 hours. Employee prepared container with ice for rapid chill.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed SS desserts boxes at front counter not inverted.
Aug 18, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Dishmachine quaternary ammonium 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 (Quaternary 0ppm). Employee set up three compartment sink.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw smoked salmon stored over arugula at reach in cooler. Manager stored properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced turkey (55F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (52F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler by kitchen. As per employee prepared less than 2 hours. Employee prepared container with ice for rapid chill.
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. Provided by email.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed manager discarded water from ice scoop container at front counter.
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 certificate for Diego Velazquez expired since 03-30-2025.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice scoop stored inside container with water at room temperature. Manager discarded.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided by email.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at front counter by pastry station.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee drinks stored inside reach in cooler by three compartment sink. Manager removed lid.
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed SS desserts boxes at front counter not inverted.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container not labeled between the 2 reach in cooler by ware washing area.
Apr 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observe sliced ham (48F - Cold Holding); sliced turkey (48F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at cook line, as per employee less than 2 hours. Employee closed lid during inspection.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observe no quaternary test strips available
Food stored on floor. Observe brown sugar container stored on floor at front counter. Employee stored properly.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observe at front counter, employee removed during inspection.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observe spoon on standing water at 92° F at kitchen area. Employee removed during inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observe soiled gaskets on unit at front counter.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observe on reach in freezer at the back of the establishment.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observe at kitchen area.
Apr 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed scoops and banana cutter in standing water at 107F by he reach in cooler at the kitchen. Operator took water out.
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed 2 raw shell eggs cracked on top of the prep table, 5 eggs were discarded in total.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs (52F - Ambient temperature) stored on top of the reach in cooler. Operator placed items inside the reach in cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed front counter handwashing sink with ice dumped inside. Advised operator to only use sink for handwashing.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of teacher in cooler soiled at the front counter.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed pipe leaking under 3 compartment sink.
Sep 28, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate1 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. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator rearranged the hose and reran a couple of cycles and retested at 100ppm.
Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee wiped hands on unclean apron with gloves on and then grabbed knife. Operator discussed hand washing with employee. Employee washed hands and put on new gloves
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw beef stored over ready to eat foods in reach-in freezer next to warewashing area, not all products are commercially packaged. Operator removed frozen beef to properly store.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. ambient temperature of shelled eggs (48-49F - Cold Holding) on shelf above hot plate. Discussed with operator about using TPHC. Emailed paperwork to operator during this inspection for him to fill out.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled Spray bottle containing toxic substance stored on ledge in dining area. Operator labeled spray bottle of sanitizer.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Cut avocados not washed prior to cutting, sticker still adhered to avocado.
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.