LO' KEY ISLAND GRILLE
5620 GULF OF MEXICO DR, Longboat Key FL 34228 · 941.306.8532
Last inspected Mar 3, 2026 · 5 visits since December 2024
DEC 24
APR 25
SEP 25
MAR 26
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4 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw ground beef over shrimp in 4 drawer reach in cooler on cook line. Operator moved beef below shrimp.
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Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Mar 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed a container of Tylenol in kitchen on shelf next to microwave. Operator removed Tylenol and placed in employee purse.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee drink in handwashing sink in bar area. Operator removed beverage.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the underside of soda dispenser with black mold like substance. Employee was in the process of cleaning the area.
Sep 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink next cooler door. Operator replaced paper towels.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed container being used to dispense flour. Operator removed container.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage on top shelf on cook line. Operator removed beverage.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of mahi on floor in cooler. Operator moved case of mahi to shelf.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tongs on cook line in standing water. Educated operator on holding utensils. Operator removed tongs for cleaning and sanitizing.
Jun 17, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 14, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority6 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 15 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over cut vegetables in 2 door reach-in cooler on cook line. Operator moved beef.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw ground beef over shrimp in 4 drawer reach in cooler on cook line. Operator moved beef below shrimp.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed quaternary sanitizer to strong. Operator diluted sanitizer to 300 ppm.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Observed tags not being kept in chronological order.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed tags not marked with last date. Educated operator on marking tags.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer in food preparation area with dried food particles. Operator cleaned slicer.
Menu contains an item made with a raw/undercooked animal food as an ingredient and description of item does not inform consumer of raw/undercooked animal food ingredient. Observed homemade Caesar dressing on the menu being made with raw eggs and not identified. Operator started to add identifier to menus identifying raw eggs in Cease dressing.
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 multiple employees with out food handlers certification.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at handwashing sink in bar area. Operator replaced soap.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cups without handles being in dressing being used to dispense dressings. Operator removed cups.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employees drink beverage on food preparation table on cook line next to clean dishes. Operator removed drink.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed raw stored approximately 2" off the cooler floor. Operator moved oysters up on risers.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of food on floor in walk-in freezer. Operator moved case to shelf.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed multiple tongs on oven door handle on cook line. Operator removed all tongs.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single serve Togo container in served area not inverted. Operator inverted container.
Dec 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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