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OCEAN GRILL

1075 DUVAL ST STE C12, Key West FL 33040 · 305.296.4300

Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · 16 visits since September 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats150
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA5401976
Grade history
APR 25
JUL 25
FEB 26
APR 26
AUG 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed three live roaches in non working oven in middle of cookline. Operator killed and discarded roaches and cleaned area. Operator stated he will call pest control to be serviced.
High priority/35A-05-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
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Disciplinary actions

3 cases · $960

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
1--2025053602Jul 16, 2025Sep 4, 2025$400
1--2017011057Mar 3, 2017Apr 4, 2017$400
1--2015004751Dec 31, 2014Feb 26, 2015$160

Inspection history

16 visits, newest first

Aug 26, 2026■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 8 violations recorded, 5 high priority.

5 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findings
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed at fliptop workstation, mixed greens and baby arugula, stored in to go bags.
High priority/14-31-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 26, 2026 · All food has been removed from lift lid units non food grade bags Not observed at callback inspection. Time Extended
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed four live roaches crawling on the handwashing sink at warewashing area. Observed eight live roaches crawling on the floor under dishwasher at warewashing area. Observed one live roach crawling on glassware at warewashing area. Observed three live roaches crawling on the wall and on shelf where plates and metal cook pans are stored. Observed one live roach crawling on reach in lowboy at cook line where food is prepared. Observed in reach in cooler cooler at cook line 2 live roaches crawling on gasket. Observed two live roaches, crawling on table slicer at prep area.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 26, 2026 · At callback inspection observed 3 live roaches on the wall in dish area around door way. Observed 2 live roaches on the wall near handwashing sink . Observed one live roaches crawling on containers over triple sink until repairs. Observed 3 dead roaches inside lift lid unit on cook line . Observed one live roach crawling on lift lid unit on cook line Admin Complaint
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed at cook line fliptop raw chicken (50F - Cold Holding); crab cake (48F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding), as per employee there since the previous night.
High priority/01B-13-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 26, 2026 · Observed there is no food stored in lift lid cold holding units on cook line Time Extended
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line fliptop raw chicken (50F - Cold Holding); crab cake (48F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding), as per employee there since the previous night.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 26, 2026 · Observed there is no food stored in lift lid cold holding units on cook line Time Extended
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observe my sink with no vacuum breaker at prep area.
High priority/29-34-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 26, 2026 · At callback inspection Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observe sink with no vacuum breaker at prep area. Time Extended
Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tiles at entrance to women's bathroom.
Basic/36-36-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 26, 2026 · Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tiles at entrance to women's bathroom. Time Extended
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. See stop sale. Observed at cook line flip top, mahi thawed original ROP packaging.
Basic/06-09-2/Warning/Return visit Aug 26, 2026 · At callback inspection in the walk-in cooler observed ROP raw tuna thawed in the packaging. Admin Complaint
Reach-in cooler /Reach-in freezer/ Walk-cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Surgeon interior of reach in freezer at cook line soiled with food debris.
Basic/22-16-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 26, 2026 · At callback inspection Reach-in cooler /Reach-in freezer/ Walk-cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. interior of reach in freezer at cook line soiled with food debris. Time Extended
The state's own report →
Aug 25, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection

Ordered shut on the spot. 9 violations recorded, 5 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

5 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed at fliptop workstation, mixed greens and baby arugula, stored in to go bags.
High priority/14-31-5/Warning
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed four live roaches crawling on the handwashing sink at warewashing area. Observed eight live roaches crawling on the floor under dishwasher at warewashing area. Observed one live roach crawling on glassware at warewashing area. Observed three live roaches crawling on the wall and on shelf where plates and metal cook pans are stored. Observed one live roach crawling on reach in lowboy at cook line where food is prepared. Observed in reach in cooler cooler at cook line 2 live roaches crawling on gasket. Observed two live roaches, crawling on table slicer at prep area.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed at cook line fliptop raw chicken (50F - Cold Holding); crab cake (48F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding), as per employee there since the previous night.
High priority/01B-13-4/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line fliptop raw chicken (50F - Cold Holding); crab cake (48F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding), as per employee there since the previous night.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observe my sink with no vacuum breaker at prep area.
High priority/29-34-4/Warning
Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tiles at entrance to women's bathroom.
Basic/36-36-4/Warning
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. See stop sale. Observed at cook line flip top, mahi thawed original ROP packaging.
Basic/06-09-2/Warning
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at cook line tongs stored on oven handle.
Basic/10-20-4/Warning
Reach-in cooler /Reach-in freezer/ Walk-cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Surgeon interior of reach in freezer at cook line soiled with food debris.
Basic/22-16-4/Warning
Apr 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 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 chicken stored over raw beef in walk in cooler. During the inspection employee removed items and placed them correctly.
High priority/08A-20-5
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Basic/16-03-4
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Food stored on floor. Observed 1 case of bread stored on the floor in walk in freezer.
Basic/08B-38-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler, located at cooking line.
Basic/29-49-6
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4
Feb 24, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 23 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority5 Intermediate16 Basic
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Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed plate with crab cakes inside walk in cooler not protected, manager provided aluminum foil to protect product.
High priority/08B-02-4/Warning
Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.
High priority/22-12-5/Warning
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 manager Lea Fettis 02-12-26 certification expired.
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with food debris at dry storage area. Also observed white cutting at cook line soiled with food debris.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink soiled with debris next to 3 compartment sink.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink next to office. Manager provided during f inspection.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at handwashing sink next to office. Manager provided during inspection.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed door handles at cook line reach in cooler soiled with food residue.
Basic/23-24-4/Warning
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing at office area.
Basic/36-36-4/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed air vents soiled with dark substance at cook line.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean plates not inverted next to 3 compartment sink. Manager inverted during inspection.
Basic/24-05-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed floor with standing water at cook line.
Basic/36-22-4/Warning
Food stored on floor. Observed on the floor box of raw beef inside walk in freezer. Manager removed and stored properly.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed missing tiles on wall in front of cook line.
Basic/36-24-5/Warning
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside white chest freezer in dry storage area.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed inside ice cooler behind bar. Manager removed, washed and stored inside container.
Basic/10-08-5/Warning
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven interior soiled with food debris and grease at cook line.
Basic/22-08-4/Warning
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign inside both of customers bathroom.
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed top of oven soiled with food residue and grease.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled with food debris at cook line.
Basic/22-16-4/Warning
Three-compartment sink used for warewashing not cleaned before use as a food preparation sink.
Basic/22-37-4/Warning
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with grease behind cooking equipment.
Basic/36-27-5/Warning
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4/Warning
Sep 24, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bib, located underneath the hand sink located at preparation area.
High priority/29-34-4/Return visit Jul 17, 2025 · Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bib, located underneath the hand sink located at preparation area. Time Extended/Return visit Jul 18, 2025 · Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bib, located underneath the hand sink located at preparation area Time Extended/Return visit Sep 24, 2025 · Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bib, located underneath the hand sink located at preparation area. Time Extended
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing in the dining room area.
Basic/36-36-4/Return visit Jul 17, 2025 · Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing in the dining room area. Time Extended/Return visit Jul 18, 2025 · Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing in the dining room area. Time Extended/Return visit Sep 24, 2025 · Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing in the dining room area and kitchen area Time Extended
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in the wall underneath the three compartment sink.
Basic/36-24-5/Return visit Jul 17, 2025 · Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in the wall underneath the three compartment sink. Time Extended/Return visit Jul 18, 2025 · Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in the wall underneath the three compartment sink. Time Extended/Return visit Sep 24, 2025 · Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in the wall underneath the three compartment sink. Time Extended
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler, located at cooking line.
Basic/29-49-6/Return visit Jul 17, 2025 · Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler, located at cooking line. Time Extended/Return visit Jul 18, 2025 · Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler, located at cooking line. Time Extended/Return visit Sep 24, 2025/Return visit Jul 18, 2025 · Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler, located at cooking line. Time Extended
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Return visit Jul 17, 2025 · Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Time Extended/Return visit Jul 18, 2025 · Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Time Extended/Return visit Sep 24, 2025 · Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Time Extended
Jul 18, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bib, located underneath the hand sink located at preparation area.
High priority/29-34-4/Return visit Jul 17, 2025 · Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bib, located underneath the hand sink located at preparation area. Time Extended/Return visit Jul 18, 2025 · Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bib, located underneath the hand sink located at preparation area Time Extended
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed all employees food handlers training expired, Jean Duvain, Andrei Cosmin, Relu Turlio, and Luis Ruiz.
Intermediate/53B-05-5/Return visit Jul 17, 2025 · Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed all employees food handlers training expired, Jean Duvain, Andrei Cosmin , Relu Turlio, and Luis Ruiz. Time Extended/Return visit Jul 18, 2025 · Observed all employees food handlers training expired, Jean Duvain, Andrei Cosmin , Relu Turlio, and Luis Ruiz. Time Extended
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing in the dining room area.
Basic/36-36-4/Return visit Jul 17, 2025 · Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing in the dining room area. Time Extended/Return visit Jul 18, 2025 · Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing in the dining room area. Time Extended
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in the wall underneath the three compartment sink.
Basic/36-24-5/Return visit Jul 17, 2025 · Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in the wall underneath the three compartment sink. Time Extended/Return visit Jul 18, 2025 · Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in the wall underneath the three compartment sink. Time Extended
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler, located at cooking line.
Basic/29-49-6/Return visit Jul 17, 2025 · Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler, located at cooking line. Time Extended/Return visit Jul 18, 2025 · Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler, located at cooking line. Time Extended
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Return visit Jul 17, 2025 · Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Time Extended/Return visit Jul 18, 2025 · Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Time Extended
Jul 17, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 13 or more small flies flying in the bar area near the ice bin and hand sink. Observed approximately 5 flies seen landing on top of drinking straws.
High priority/35A-02-7/Return visit Jul 17, 2025 · At callback inspection observed 10 flying insects at the bar around beer taps and liquor bottles . Admin Complaint
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed Two roaches crawling on top of the preparation table in the preparation kitchen. Additionally, one roach was seen on the wall adjacent to the mop sink in the preparation kitchen, and two more were observed on the wall near the hot holding unit along the cooking line.
High priority/35A-05-4/Return visit Jul 17, 2025 · At call back inspection no live roaches were observed on the prep table. 3 live roaches were observed inside the non working lift lid unit on cook line . Admin Complaint
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bib, located underneath the hand sink located at preparation area.
High priority/29-34-4/Return visit Jul 17, 2025 · Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bib, located underneath the hand sink located at preparation area. Time Extended
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed all employees food handlers training expired, Jean Duvain, Andrei Cosmin, Relu Turlio, and Luis Ruiz.
Intermediate/53B-05-5/Return visit Jul 17, 2025 · Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed all employees food handlers training expired, Jean Duvain, Andrei Cosmin , Relu Turlio, and Luis Ruiz. Time Extended
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Basic/16-03-4/Return visit Jul 17, 2025 · Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Time Extended
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing in the dining room area.
Basic/36-36-4/Return visit Jul 17, 2025 · Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing in the dining room area. Time Extended
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 17 dead roaches inside the out-of-service ice machine located in the preparation kitchen.
Basic/35A-03-4/Return visit Jul 17, 2025 · At call back inspection The ice machine has been removed from the restaurant Observed one live roach inside ice bin with soda dispensers. Admin Complaint
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in the wall underneath the three compartment sink.
Basic/36-24-5/Return visit Jul 17, 2025 · Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in the wall underneath the three compartment sink. Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood system soiled. Observed most of reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Return visit Jul 17, 2025 · Callback inspection the hood system needs to be cleaned. Grease buildup on spray, nozzle, pipes, and drips from filters. Time Extended
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler, located at cooking line.
Basic/29-49-6/Return visit Jul 17, 2025 · Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler, located at cooking line. Time Extended
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Return visit Jul 17, 2025 · Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Time Extended
Jul 16, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection

Ordered shut on the spot. 22 violations recorded, 5 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

5 High priority2 Intermediate15 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed an employee drying their hands with a soiled, wet cloth and then proceeded to put on gloves without proper hand washing. The employee was coached on proper hand wash procedures. Following the guidance, the employee washed their hands and then properly donned gloves.
High priority/12A-07-5/Corrective Action Taken
Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 13 or more small flies flying in the bar area near the ice bin and hand sink. Observed approximately 5 flies seen landing on top of drinking straws.
High priority/35A-02-7
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed Two roaches crawling on top of the preparation table in the preparation kitchen. Additionally, one roach was seen on the wall adjacent to the mop sink in the preparation kitchen, and two more were observed on the wall near the hot holding unit along the cooking line.
High priority/35A-05-4
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 18 rodent droppings underneath the three-compartment sink, located at preparation kitchen.
High priority/35A-04-4
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bib, located underneath the hand sink located at preparation area.
High priority/29-34-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed all employees food handlers training expired, Jean Duvain, Andrei Cosmin, Relu Turlio, and Luis Ruiz.
Intermediate/53B-05-5
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Basic/16-03-4
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing in the dining room area.
Basic/36-36-4
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed at storage shelf above prep cooler in kitchen, bowls and plates stored not inverted for protection. During the inspection employee removed items and placed them correctly.
Basic/24-05-4/Corrected On-Site
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 tuna in individual vacuum packages inside reach in cooler, located at cooking line. The operator opened the packages and removed the tuna from its original packaging.
Basic/06-09-1/Corrective Action Taken
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 17 dead roaches inside the out-of-service ice machine located in the preparation kitchen.
Basic/35A-03-4
Equipment in poor repair. Observed one of the ice machines located in the preparation kitchen was observed to be non-operational.
Basic/14-11-5
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in the wall underneath the three compartment sink.
Basic/36-24-5
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood system soiled. Observed most of reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler, located at cooking line.
Basic/29-49-6
Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Observed unused kitchen Equipments ( oven, ice machine, etc ) on the back kitchen.
Basic/33-34-4
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses, throughout the cooking line area.
Basic/21-12-4
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bottled with oils in the kitchen area not properly label.
Basic/02D-01-5
Apr 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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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.
Intermediate/11-27-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observe soiled can opener blade.
Intermediate/22-02-4
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.
Intermediate/53B-14-5
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed.Observe under mats at walk in freezer.
Basic/36-01-4
Food stored on floor. Observe a cooked potatoes container stored on floor at walk in cooler. Operator stored properly during inspection.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observe soiled gaskets on units at cook line.
Basic/23-03-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observe on units at kitchen area.
Basic/22-16-4
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observe on unit at cook line.
Basic/29-49-6
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observe at cook line.
Basic/21-09-4
Aug 14, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.in walk-in cooler
High priority/08A-05-6/Warning/Return visit Aug 14, 2024 · At Call back inspection observed in the walk-in cooler, raw fish stored over cooked vegetables Admin Complaint
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
High priority/29-37-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 14, 2024 · At call back inspection observed the Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Admin Complaint
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning/Return visit Aug 14, 2024 · No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Admin Complaint
Ceiling tile missing.
Basic/36-36-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 14, 2024 · Ceiling tile missing Time Extended
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 3 dead roaches in dish area on wood shelving holding pans and containers and chemicals
Basic/35A-03-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 14, 2024 · At callback inspection observed 3 dead roaches in the dish area in container on wooden shelves Observed 1 dead roach in the floor under table in dish room Admin Complaint
Floor area(s) covered with standing water in dish area
Basic/36-22-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 14, 2024 · Floor area(s) covered with standing water in dish area Time Extended
Food stored on floor. In walk-in freezer and cooler
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 14, 2024 · Food stored on floor in the walking cooler cooler Time Extended
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler at salad station
Basic/29-49-6/Warning/Return visit Aug 14, 2024 · Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler at salad station Time Extended
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Equipment that is not working, grill, reach in cooler, ice bins.
Basic/33-31-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 14, 2024 · Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Equipment that is not working , grill , reach in cooler, ice bins. Time Extended
Jul 31, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food, fish stored over or with unwashed produce, lemons, in walk-in.
High priority/08A-04-5/Warning
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.in walk-in cooler
High priority/08A-05-6/Warning
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
High priority/29-37-4/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade is soiled
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
Ceiling tile missing.
Basic/36-36-4/Warning
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 3 dead roaches in dish area on wood shelving holding pans and containers and chemicals
Basic/35A-03-4/Warning
Floor area(s) covered with standing water in dish area
Basic/36-22-4/Warning
Food stored on floor. In walk-in freezer and cooler
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Wood dish storage shelving is soiled with food debris.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Plumbing system in disrepair. Dish machine is leaking water onto the floor
Basic/29-08-4/Warning
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler at salad station
Basic/29-49-6/Warning
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Equipment that is not working, grill, reach in cooler, ice bins.
Basic/33-31-5/Warning
Dec 15, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish machine in dish area, 0 ppm.
High priority/22-49-4/Warning/Return visit Dec 15, 2023 · No change. Time Extended
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Items on prep table across from cook line: cheese sauce (58F - Hot Holding); sausage (93F - Hot Holding); onions (85F - Hot Holding). Employee stated items were placed on cook line one hour prior to temperature being taken.
High priority/03B-01-6/Warning/Return visit Dec 15, 2023 · Cook line grill: sausage 84F. Admin Complaint
Dec 14, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 29 recorded, 10 high priority.

10 High priority5 Intermediate14 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Item in kitchen walk-in cooler: grits (49F,48F - Cooling). Manager stated item prepared the night before.
High priority/03D-02-5
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Item in kitchen walk-in cooler: grits (49F,48F - Cooling). Manager stated item prepared the night before.
High priority/01B-36-5
Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish machine in dish area, 0 ppm.
High priority/22-49-4/Warning
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Employee cracked eggs and proceeded to handle clean plates without washing hands. Manager had employee wash hands and change gloves.
High priority/12A-27-4/Corrective Action Taken
Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee handled dirty dishes and proceeded to handle clean dishes without washing hands. Manager had employee wash hands.
High priority/12A-13-4/Corrective Action Taken
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shell eggs stored over cooked noodles in reach-in cooler across from cook line oven. Employee removed eggs from cooler.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Eggs stored on prep table across from cook line grill: egg (ambient) (73F - Cold Holding). Employee stated items placed on counter 20 minutes prior. Employee moved eggs to reach-in cooler, ambient temperature 40F.
High priority/03A-03-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Holding); creamer (49F - Cold Holding); octopus (50F - Cold Holding). Manager stated items stored in cooler overnight.
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Item stored on kitchen counter: butter (68F - Cold Holding). Manager stated item placed on counter 2 hours prior to temperature being taken. Manager moved butter to walk-in freezer to walk-in freezer to reduce temperature to 41F Items in kitchen walk-in cooler: ham (49F,50F - Cold Holding); creamer (49F - Cold Holding); octopus (50F - Cold Holding). Manager stated items stored in cooler overnight.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Items on prep table across from cook line: cheese sauce (58F - Hot Holding); sausage (93F - Hot Holding); onions (85F - Hot Holding). Employee stated items were placed on cook line one hour prior to temperature being taken.
High priority/03B-01-6/Warning
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. No written procedure available. Inspector provided operator with written procedure.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Blade of can opener on kitchen prep table. Soda gun in bar area. Cutting boards stored on kitchen shelf. Cutting board on reach-in cooler at end of cook line. Nozzle for hot water on wait station coffee machine.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee dumped drink in bar hand washing sink.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No hand towels at all kitchen hand washing sink sinks. Employee provided hand towels.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand washing sink in wait station and next to mop sink.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tile missing above dish machine.
Basic/36-36-4
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vents throughout the kitchen.
Basic/36-34-5
Dead roaches on premises. Observed three dead roaches on table next to hand washing sink in dish area. Observed one dead roach in front of kitchen walk-in cooler.
Basic/35A-03-4
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on the kitchen prep table.
Basic/12B-07-4
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Dish machine overflowing on floor.
Basic/36-22-4
Food stored on floor. Lobster stored in walk-in freezer.
Basic/08B-38-4
Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Ice bucket stored on floor next to office.
Basic/10-14-5
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice hanging from walk-in freezer ceiling.
Basic/14-69-4
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop stored on top of ice machine next to office.
Basic/10-12-5
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood vents above cook line grill. Gasket of reach-in cooler at end of cook line. Walk-in cooler gaskets. Vent cover in storage area walk-in cooler.
Basic/23-03-4
Shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Shelf at the end of the cook line.
Basic/14-33-4
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go pans stored on prep table across from three compartment sink.
Basic/25-06-4
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach-in cooler at end of cook line.
Basic/29-49-6
Stored food not covered. Lobster stored in walk-in freezer.
Basic/08B-12-5
Dec 14, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 29, 2023Warning 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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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed three live roaches in non working oven in middle of cookline. Operator killed and discarded roaches and cleaned area. Operator stated he will call pest control to be serviced.
High priority/35A-05-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Spray hose at dish sink hangs lower than flood rim of sink.
High priority/29-37-4
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle containing toxic substance hanging on shelf next to maple syrup next to ice machine. Operator removed spray bottle of cleaner to properly store.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
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. Operator unable to provide written procedures for clean up events. Distributed Training material during this inspection.
Intermediate/11-27-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on reach-in coolers on cookline soiled/ stained.
Intermediate/22-02-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink next to mop sink and also no paper towels at hand wash sink in warewashing area. Operator replenished paper towels at both hand wash sinks..
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Operator unable to provide proof that employees are informed of reporting symptoms related to food borne illnesses to person in charge. Distributed health form to operator during this inspection. Operator had all staff fill out that were on duty fill out form.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior bin of ice machine in prep area and deflector plate in ice machine soiled. Operator had employee start to clean during this inspection.
Basic/22-20-5/Corrective Action Taken
Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tile in warewashing area missing.
Basic/36-36-4
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Bowls on clean storage shelf in prep area not inverted.
Basic/24-05-4/Repeat Violation
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on reach-in cooler across from oven on cookline torn.
Basic/14-11-5
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Floor throughput kitchen, prep, cookline and warewashing areas unsealed concrete.
Basic/36-02-5
Sep 29, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean plates not inverted or protected
Basic/24-05-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 29, 2023 · At callback no change. Time needed to invert plates. Time Extended
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed broken oven in establishment
Basic/33-31-5/Warning/Return visit Sep 29, 2023 · At callback misc equipment not in use during this inspection. (2 reach-in coolers, ice machine) Time Extended

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