MAC'S PLACE
1605 N ROOSEVELT BLVD, Key West FL 33040 · 3057453874
Last inspected Jul 21, 2026 · 7 visits since June 2024
JAN 25
APR 25
JUL 25
FEB 26
JUL 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw bacon and raw ground beef inside standing reach in cooler next to cook line.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $1,240
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2021037360 | Jun 11, 2021 | Sep 2, 2021 | $320 |
| 1--2018053863 | Oct 10, 2018 | Apr 11, 2019 | $500 |
| 1--2017024805 | Apr 10, 2017 | Aug 22, 2017 | $300 |
| 1--2016024997 | Apr 28, 2016 | Jun 24, 2016 | $120 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jul 21, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority1 Intermediate11 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 17 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee crack raw shell eggs then continue to handle clean equipment and utensils without changing gloves and washing hands.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw steak stored over unwashed celery inside reach in cooler at kitchen entrance.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pooled eggs stored over heavy cream inside reach in cooler at kitchen entrance.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw bacon and raw ground beef inside standing reach in cooler next to cook line.
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 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 thaws completely inside reduced oxygen packaging inside standing reach in cooler next to cook line.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink next to dish machine.
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 thaws completely inside reduced oxygen packaging inside standing reach in cooler next to cook line.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cellphone and headphones on top of shelf above prep table reach in cooler across cook line.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor near back door.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle. Operator removed tongs.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel under cutting board across cook line.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed fly trap sticky tape installed over cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer gaskets soiled next to cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw ground beef thawing inside standing water. Operator turned on water.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on top of cutting board across cook line.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on floor. Operator properly placed sanitizer bucket.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of salt not labeled at cook line.
Feb 2, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken stored over unwashed tomatoes at reach in cooler at kitchen entrance. Operator relocated products.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 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 thawed completely inside reduced oxygen packaging.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed can of stainless steel shine stored next to clean plates under prep table in kitchen.
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 thawed completely inside reduced oxygen packaging.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cellphone stored on top of cutting board. Employee removed cellphone.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler and freezer gaskets soiled at cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw ground beef burgers and raw shrimp thawing at room temperature near walk in freezer. Employee moved items to reach in cooler.
Jul 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Quaternary 0ppm); employee add another tab to compartment sink. Triple Sink (Quaternary 200ppm)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed guacamole (49F - Cold Holding); fish dip (47F - Cold Holding) on reach in cooler at cook line, as per employee less than 2 hours. Food was moved to walk in cooler.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal coffee mug on top of cutting board at preparation area, employee removed during inspection.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal food on top of the rice warmer at kitchen area. Employee removed during inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observed a food case stored on walk in freezer floor. Also observed rice and tortilla chips container stored on kitchen floor, employee stored properly during inspection.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored on top of the ice machine.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed at preparation area.
Apr 23, 2025Inspection 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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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine soiled.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris inside oven.
Jan 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic glass stored inside container of rice located at dry storage area.
In-use tongs stored on the oven door handle between uses. During the inspection employee removed tongs.
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed flip top reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Jan 15, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Jun 24, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over cooked pasta stored in the reach in cooler, located at cooking line. Employee removed items and placed them correctly.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed lobster salad (47F - Cold Holding); smoked salmon (47F - Cold Holding) stored inside the flip top reach in cooler, located at cooking line. As per employee items prepared 24 hours before the inspection. Employee discarded items.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed lobster salad (47F - Cold Holding); smoked salmon (47F - Cold Holding) stored inside the flip top reach in cooler, located at cooking line. As per employee items prepared 24 hours before the inspection. Employee discarded items.
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 establishment offers raw fish ceviche and smoked salmon.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed establishment offers raw fish ceviche and smoked salmon.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Discussed with employee and provided printed sign.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee eating at preparation area.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board, located at cooking line.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees, located at back kitchen.
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.