LAST CHANCE BAR
35800 S FEDERAL HWY, Florida City FL 33034 · (305)248-4935
Last inspected Oct 29, 2025 · 8 visits since December 2023
DEC 23
APR 24
DEC 24
APR 25
OCT 25
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches crawling on floor under handwash sink near kitchen entrance.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Oct 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed burn spray stored with boxes of single service straws in back area. Operator removed burn spray.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout establishment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. At bar area.
Apr 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed throughout the entire establishment.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
Mar 27, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed throughout entire establishment.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed all reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Feb 10, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed LINDA DRYER CRANE with expired manager certificate 10/07/24 provided by ServSafe.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed throughout entire establishment.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed all reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in dining areas during cleaning.
Dec 10, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed LINDA DRYER CRANE with expired manager certificate 10/07/24 provided by ServSafe.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda dispenser soiled at bar.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed throughout entire establishment.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed all reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in dining areas during cleaning.
Dec 9, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 15+ flies in bar area near kitchen.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches crawling on floor under handwash sink near kitchen entrance.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed LINDA DRYER CRANE with expired manager certificate 10/07/24 provided by ServSafe.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda dispenser soiled at bar.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed throughout entire establishment.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling throughout bar area in disrepair.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 5 dead roaches at bar near kitchen entrance. Observed 1 dead roach on bar table near microwave at kitchen entrance.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floors soiled with dust.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop on dirty surface at bar area.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed all reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in dining areas during cleaning.
Apr 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Failure to provide water system sample reports onsite.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Employee provided test strips.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license displayed expired 2023.
Dec 11, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired Oct 2023.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator provided it.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil container stored on the floor. Operator removed it.
Open dumpster lid.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed a water leaking under the hand wash sink at the front counter.
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.