ROOST
508 FLEMING ST, Key West FL 33040 · 305-294-2600
Last inspected Jul 13, 2026 · 5 visits since January 2024
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
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Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Hose attached to faucet at three-compartment/food preparation/handwash sink eliminating required air gap. Observed at mop sink.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed caviar canisters stored above charcuterie items. Operator corrected on site.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked eggs inside reach in cooler. Operator relocated products for proper storage.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed establishment serving caviar with no consumer advisory. Provided operator with consumer advisory. Operator printed and posted during time of inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled in back storage area.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towel dispenser without paper towels. Manager provided during inspection.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed food residue inside reach in cooler in storage area. Manager cleaned during inspection.
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle of sanitizer stored next to clean silverware
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Sponges stored on handwash sink
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense sugar
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Juicer is stored on the floor in prep area
Storage container holding sugar stored on floor.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses.
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