PLAYA LARGO RESORT & SPA
97450 OVERSEAS HWY, Key Largo FL 33037 · 305 853 1001
Last inspected Apr 2, 2026 · 9 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 roaches inside reach in cooler drawers under flat grill at kitchen area. As per Manager reach in cooler is not in use.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,120
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2018047253 | Aug 2, 2018 | Oct 31, 2018 | $800 |
| 1--2018023743 | Mar 30, 2018 | Jun 27, 2018 | $320 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 2, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at walk in freezer.
Mar 31, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate7 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. Observed cooked chicken wings (51F - Cooling) on shelves at walk in cooler, as per operator wings was cooked yesterday at 6:00 pm. Operator discarded during inspection.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed on oyster container at walk in cooler. Operator segregated to be discarded.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked chicken wings (51F - Cooling) on shelves at walk in cooler, as per operator wings was cooked yesterday at 6:00 pm. Operator discarded during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pico de gallo (49F - Cold Holding); guacamole (49F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken breast (50F - Cold Holding); raw burgers (48F - Cold Holding) at cook line, as per operator less than 3 hours. Operator closed lid during inspection.
No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. See stop sale. Observed no tag on oyster container at walk in cooler. Operator segregated to be discarded.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drink next to cutting board at salad station. 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 phone next to cutting board at salad station. Employee removed during inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observed food cases stored on walk in freezer floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at walk in freezer.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled interior on units at cook line.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed on units at cook line, also observed at expo station reach in cooler.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed at cook line.
Dec 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed yellow cutting board soiled with black mold like substance at clean equipment storage.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at prep area. Operator provided.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed inside walk in cooler under seafood shelves.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed accumulation of debris on floor under shelves at walk in freezer. Operator started to clean.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles missing on drainage in front of or a machine.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside walk n freezer by door frame.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed scoop stored on top of ice machine. Operator removed and placed in washing area.
Apr 4, 2025□ 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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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observe floor in disrepair at walk in freezer entrance.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observe on units at cook line.
Apr 3, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observe Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm).
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observe pooled eggs (48F - Cold Holding) at cook line, as per employee less than 3 hours. Employee add more ice to cooldown temperature.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observe fried tomatoes (117F - Hot Holding) at cook line, as per employee less than 4 hours, employee proceeded to discarded during inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observe sponge and soap bottle inside hand wash sink by dishwashing area. Operator removed during inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observe cooked sausage not date marked on reach in cooler at cook line, as per employee over 24 hours. Employee dated food during inspection.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observe at walk in freezer and walk in cooler.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observe floor in disrepair at walk in freezer entrance.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observe at preparation area, employee removed during inspection.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observe on units at cook line.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observe on units at cook line.
Stored food not covered. Observe cut fresh fruits container not covered inside reach in cooler at preparation area. Employee covered during inspection.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observe flour container not identified at salad station. Employee identified container during inspection.
Dec 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken being stored above salad containers on cart inside walk in cooler.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked mushrooms (49F - Cold Holding) dated on the 12/26 at walk in cooler. Employee discarded during inspection.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked mushrooms (49F - Cold Holding); marinara sauce (54F - Cold Holding) as per Chef from previous day. Employee discarded food during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked mushrooms (49F - Cold Holding); marinara sauce (54F - Cold Holding) as per Chef from previous day. Employee discarded food during inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed cutting board on HWS by walk in cooler.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed above dishwasher machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed some ceiling tiles with water marks by dishwasher area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler unit at cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in all units at cook line.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on clean plastic containers by dishwasher area.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed on unit by dishwasher area.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed on 2 units at cook line.
May 8, 2024□ 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/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water marks on some ceiling tiles at dishwasher area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler drawers under grill in disrepair.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at the walk in freezer entrance.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed under HWS at dishwasher area.
May 7, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed fish ceviche container stored above cheese cake tray inside reach in cooler at preparation area. Manager stored properly.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 roaches inside reach in cooler drawers under flat grill at kitchen area. As per Manager reach in cooler is not in use.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observe in flour container at pantry station. Manager removed during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water marks on some ceiling tiles at dishwasher area.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach inside reach in cooler drawers under flat grill at kitchen area. As per Manager reach in cooler is not in use.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler drawers under grill in disrepair.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at the walk in freezer entrance.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed under HWS at dishwasher area.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in sugar container at pantry station. Manager removed during inspection.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled drawers interior on reach in cooler at cook line.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed on HWS at pantry station.
Nov 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cube raw tuna (44F - Cold Holding)inside walk in cooler. Dated on 11/04 Manager discarded during inspection.
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 form during inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade.
Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Observed next to 3 compartment sink.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed on Sandbar menu offers raw oysters and raw ceviche not identified.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed drawers under flat grill is disrepair.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing and in disrepair tiles at the door of walk in freezer.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed atthe cook line.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at the cook line.
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