NINE ONE FIVE
915 DUVAL ST, Key West FL 33040 · 305.296.0669
Last inspected Jul 22, 2026 · 9 visits since December 2023
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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 to operator via email.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with all porpoise cleaner at bar area not labeled. Manager labeled during inspection.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board and yellow cutting board with cut marks next to 3 compartment sink. Manager c Discarded during inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of white onions being stored on the floor inside dry storage area. Manager removed and stored properly.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside walk in freezer.
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Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop inside ice machine. Manager removed and stored properly during inspection.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven interior soiled with grease.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed incorrect handwashing sign at handwashing sink at cook line.
Feb 11, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw bacon wrapped dates stored over cabbage slaw in flip top portion of reach in cooler and raw whole yellowtail snapper stored over cabbage in bottom of reach in cooler across from cook line. Operator relocated products.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed splitter at hose bibb missing vacuum breakers on both sides.
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 operator with form via email.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. At standing reach in freezer near back door.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Across from cook line.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator with form via email.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled next to cook line.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted.
Sep 26, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
3 High priority3 Intermediate4 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 shell eggs stored over fish inside WIC.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter (52F - Cold Holding) at cook line, advised chef on correct procedures.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed missing backflow preventer at the hose connection at back yard.
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 to operator via email.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed mold like substance at cutting boards at cook line.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at HWS located at bar area.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Food stored on floor. Observed fish boxes stored on floor at WIF.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator via email.
Aug 18, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate4 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 shell eggs stored over fish inside WIC.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter (52F - Cold Holding) at cook line, advised chef on correct procedures.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed missing backflow preventer at the hose connection at back yard.
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 to operator via email.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed mold like substance at cutting boards at cook line.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Observed Frania Esquivel general manager test schedule for 09-24-2025.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at HWS located at bar area.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Food stored on floor. Observed fish boxes stored on floor at WIF.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator via email.
Apr 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 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 shell eggs above raw fish in the walk in cooler. Employee inverted the products.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Missing backflow preventer at the hose connection, back yard..
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at the hand sink station located in front of the cook line.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed some mold like substance inside ice machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic container used to scoop flour.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee engaged in food prep with no hair restrain.
Food stored on floor. Observed onion and carrot bags on dry storage floor. Employee moved them.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven handle. Employee moved it immediately.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towels left on counters.
Aug 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed in back yard.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting boards throughout kitchen.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic containers stored inside hand wash sinks in kitchen. Operator removed containers.
Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean plastic containers stored on kitchen floor.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged with food preparation in kitchen with no hair restraint. Operator provided a hair net.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel under cutting board on reach in cooler inside kitchen. Operator removed towel.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets throughout kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed calamari thawing at room temperature inside kitchen. Operator stored box inside Walk in cooler.
Apr 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steak stored above cooked sauce in reach in cooler at cook line.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge failed to notify the division of employee diagnosed with Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Shigella spp., Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli, Typhoid fever (caused by Salmonella Typhi) or Salmonella (nontyphoidal).
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting board.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in units at kitchen area.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed in kitchen area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed white bins containing sugar,salt and flour not identified at dry storage area.
Dec 13, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 11, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Dish Machine chlorine 0ppm
Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. raw grouper used for ceviche with no proof of parasites destruction.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Creme 55°, dairy 55°
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Creme 55°. Grouper 55°, dairy 55° in Reach in cooler left of Dish Machine line. Some Items moved to another cooler.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Cleaned pans stored by open wall. Near walk in cooler
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Reach in cooler left of Dish Machine line not holding foods to 41° or below. Creme 55°. Grouper 55°, dairy 55°. Door not forming a tight seal.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor by Dish Machine.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Missing wall by end walk in freezer. Per Person In Charge walls being replaced.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in base of kitchen cooler.
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.