SIDECAR
80241 OVERSEAS HWY, Islamorada FL 33036
Last inspected Jul 30, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023
AUG 24
MAR 25
SEP 25
FEB 26
JUL 26
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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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,080
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2023005271 | Nov 22, 2022 | Mar 2, 2023 | $160 |
| 1--2019056409 | Oct 2, 2019 | Dec 12, 2019 | $600 |
| 1--2018061331 | Nov 14, 2018 | Jan 11, 2019 | $320 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. In reach in cooler units, Opened piece of Turkey breast, commercial processed precooked chicken wings and breast are not date marked
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 chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
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In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Directly On top of ice machine with out container
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Feb 10, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. cooked chicken (53*F - Cold Holding); hard boiled eggs (50*F - Cold Holding); cheese (50*F - Cold Holding); pizza sauce (46*F - Cold Holding); pico (48*F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked chicken (53*F - Cold Holding); hard boiled eggs (50*F - Cold Holding); cheese (50*F - Cold Holding); pizza sauce (46*F - Cold Holding); pico (48*F - Cold Holding)
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At bar handwashing sink
No soap provided at handwash sink. At bar handwashing sink
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At bar handwashing sink
microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Sep 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority7 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed the cook touching ready to eat shredded cheese while restocking container. Informed and educated the cook on wearing gloves and ready to eat foods
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Beef (45*F - Cold Holding); Poultry (45*F - Cold Holding); Fish (46*F - Cold Holding) the lift lid was closed shut to cool items down after restocking
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.
Food-contact surface, frozen drink dispenser nozzle is soiled with mold-like substance at the bar
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by cutting board and bags
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At bar
No soap provided at handwash sink. At bar
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Rowseny
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service.
Clean cutting board stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash.
Equipment in poor repair. The ice machine is not working
Floor area(s) covered with standing water at the bar area
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of food debris.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handleat handwashing sink at the bar
Mar 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at bar
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Interior of oven and microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at bar
Pizza boxes improperly stored on the floor
Nov 7, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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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. Rene
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
Aug 23, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. On hand wash sink
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Frozen drink machine dispenser is soiled
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Storing spray bottles and wiping clothes
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Charlie Trexel is the complex chef
No soap provided at handwash sink at the bar
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. Rene
Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At the bar
Sep 19, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored on triple sink drain board
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.
Food-contact surface, can opener blade, cutting board soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at pool bar and 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.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
Nonfood-contact surface, Flip top cooler gaskets soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Jul 13, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority6 Intermediate8 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cuban subs (47-50*F - Cold Holding); cheese (49*F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cuban subs (47-50*F - Cold Holding); cheese (49*F - Cold Holding)
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored on triple sink drain board
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.
Food-contact surface, can opener blade, cutting board soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at pool bar and kitchen
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
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. Flip top unit holding Cuban subs
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash instructions posted.at pool bar
Nonfood-contact surface, Flip top cooler gaskets soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-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.