RIVIERA COFFEE SHOP
3100 A FLAGER AVE, Key West FL 33040
Last inspected Jul 13, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023
MAY 24
APR 25
AUG 25
FEB 26
JUL 26
≈ ERRATIC
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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $560
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2019021025 | Apr 16, 2019 | Jun 5, 2019 | $400 |
| 1--2015004753 | Mar 13, 2015 | Mar 13, 2015 | $160 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 13, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed missing date of birth for all certificates.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed old license posted.
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Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed behind triple sink and above mop sink.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed under prep tables.
- From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed fryer and flat top with no hood system.
Jul 13, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 10 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed kitchen hand sink fallen off wall, no way to properly wash hands while open and operating. Observed employees handling food and preparing food while establishment has no hand sink.
Handwash sink does not provide water through a mixing valve or combination faucet. Observed kitchen hand sink fallen off wall.
No handwash sink for employees. Observed kitchen hand sink fallen off wall. No other handwashing sink available while open and operating.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed missing date of birth for all certificates.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed kitchen hand sink fallen off wall.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed old license posted.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed behind triple sink and above mop sink.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed under prep tables.
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed fryer and flat top with no hood system.
Feb 2, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from hand washing sink pipe.
Aug 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided consumer advisory to operator.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Stored food not covered. Observed ham, American cheese, sausage not covered inside of the reach in cooler. Employee covered product.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container not labeled. Employee labeled sugar container
Apr 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator placed roll.
Observed ice scoop handle touching the ice. Operator stored properly.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container with no name label.
May 22, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 22, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw chicken over lettuce in refrigerator.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed debris in ice machine and ice.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Cooked bacon sitting on the handwash sink in the kitchen.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine was turned off. I observed debis and mold like substance in the ice machine and ice.
Oct 9, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate1 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.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed metal plates and cast iron press stored inside hand sink at kitchen.
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. Printed and provided health reporting agreement to manager and some employee reviewed and signed.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water available when valve is open at employee bathroom.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed at side exit door.
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.