SPORTS PUB
84500 OVERSEAS HWY, Islamorada FL 33036 · (305)6648052
Last inspected Apr 21, 2026 · 12 visits since July 2023
MAR 24
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. 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
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2022020082 | Feb 10, 2022 | Jun 8, 2022 | $200 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Apr 21, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. The can opener blade is soiled
Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in Men's bathroom
Feb 10, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 15 findings ▾
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 bar tender and cook touching a plated sandwich with the bare hands. Bread and Set up was stop sale. Cook washed hands and put gloves on.
Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. No letter for conch parasite destruction.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw beef over cooked beef in lift lid unit
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
Cooked washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. The can opener blade is soiled
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen and prep area handwashing sinks
No soap provided at handwash sink. Kitchen and prep area handwashing sinks
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked poultry and cooked beef, conch ceviche
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Inside bar and outside bar
Cook with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in Men's bathroom
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
Sep 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling tile missing in new prep room
Ice bucket stored on floor between uses.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 112 F
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Mar 19, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Handwash sink missing in new prep area preparation area.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
New prep room Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Dec 17, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 14 findings ▾
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cheese (58*F - Cold Holding); Fish (57*F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (57*F - Cold Hold these item were stored in the lift lid unit on cook line that was unplugged today Toto thaw out. all food was relocated to walk-in cooler to rapid cool. Food was out of temperature less than 4 hours
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can open blade is soiled
Handwash sink missing in new prep area preparation area.
Inadequate number/capacity of hot holding units to maintain time/temperature control for safety food at proper temperatures.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. There are no approved plans on base for the remodel that is taking place in the restaurant. New prep area has been added in the location of the office. There is also refrigeration storage outside the back door and it covered area that is enclosed by a fence.
Door and Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Ice bucket stored on floor between uses.
New prep room Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Oil stored on floor.
Single-service articles improperly stored. On the ground
Dec 17, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. In the new food prep area with freezers and slicer the handwash sink is not connected to water or drain.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. A new prep area has been added to the kitchen. There are no plans on base for the establishment.
The can opener blade Is soiled with food debris, rust. The cutting board on prep table is soiled.
Behind the walk-in cooler Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation area.
Food stored outside. Observed soda syrup boxes and rack stored outside in an unenclosed area behind the walk-in cooler
Oil stored on floor in storage trailer and buckets containing pickles stored on the floor in the wall in cooler
Single-service articles improperly stored on the ground outside back door.
The walk-in cooler Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Oct 3, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 20 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate13 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. Cook cutting lettuce without wearing gloves instructed and educated the cook to wash hands and put on gloves to touch ready to eat foods.
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored on food prep table and food storage shelving
Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. In the new food prep area with freezers and slicer the handwash sink is not connected to water or drain.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Storage of items in handwashing sink
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. A new prep area has been added to the kitchen. There are no plans on base for the establishment.
The can opener blade Is soiled with food debris, rust. The cutting board on prep table is soiled.
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin indoor machine
Behind the walk-in cooler Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation area.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Stored on the floor
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 cases of raw fish in ROP packaging in cases thawing in the walkin cooler. The Fish is not completely thawed yet. Instructed the cook to open all packages during inspection
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. New prep area floor missing tiles
Food stored outside. Observed soda syrup boxes and rack stored outside in an unenclosed area behind the walk-in cooler
In the walk-in cooler Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves.
Oil stored on floor in storage trailer and buckets containing pickles stored on the floor in the wall in cooler
Single-service articles improperly stored on the ground outside back door.
The walk-in cooler Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength.
microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
May 21, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink missing food preparation area wher slicer has been relocated to
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Hole in or other damage to wall..by the back door
Mar 22, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 24 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority9 Intermediate13 Basic
Show 24 findings ▾
Cook failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
Raw fish stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food in the walk-in cooler
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board soiled with food debris,
Handwash sink missing food preparation area wher slicer has been relocated to
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Dirty dishes in handwash sink in the kitchen
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. the makeshift prep area that is outside of the kitchen in a fenced area is being used to store and prepare food, a blender, cutting board and 4 refrigeration units with food storage are located in this area. This area must be completely enclosed and have approved drawings with approved finishes and handwash sink, or all food storage and preparation equipment must be relocated to inside the enclosed 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 soap provided at handwash sink.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken wings,cooked beef, cut tomatoes in walk-in cooler not date marked
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Dishwasher has no hair restraint.
Establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface. Plywood Food serving shelve above pass through window.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Food stored in a room/shed that is not fully enclosed. the makeshift prep area that is outside of the kitchen in a fenced area is being used to store food 4 refrigeration units with food storage are located in this area. Also shelving with food and single service items in this area. This area must be completely enclosed and have approved drawings with approved finishes and handwash sink, or all food storage and preparation equipment must be relocated to inside the enclosed kitchen.
Food stored outside.
Hole in or other damage to wall..by the back door
Insect control device used to electrocute or stun insects not designed to retain insect within the device.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Outdoor Chest freezer lid has cut marks and food debris on top. Soiled gaskets on 2 door reach in cold unit in kitchen.
Potatoes stored on floor in storage trailer
Single-service articles improperly stored in an open air area outside back door.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Dec 19, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer.
No quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Food being prepared in a open air room, where fencing is the wall and ceiling is not enclosed. Slicer is in this area and conch fritters are being mixed in this area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Kitchen door,
Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Prep area Outback not fully enclosed, slicer and refrigeration are in this area.
Sep 21, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Can opener blade is soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer.
No proof provided that some 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 quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
At bar the corner Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or mold like substance.
Food being prepared in a open air room, where fencing is the wall and ceiling is not enclosed. Slicer is in this area and conch fritters are being mixed in this area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Kitchen door,
Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Prep area Outback not fully enclosed, slicer and refrigeration are in this area.
Jul 7, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate10 Basic
Show 15 findings ▾
Can opener blade is soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer.
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 proof provided that some 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 quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
At bar the corner Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or mold like substance.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.
Equipment in poor repair. Oven door is falling off, stand up freezer is not working, no food in unit.
Food being prepared in a open air room, where fencing is the wall and ceiling is not enclosed. Slicer is in this area and conch fritters are being mixed in this area
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Mens bathroom used by employees
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Kitchen door,
Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Prep area Outback not fully enclosed, slicer and refrigeration are in this area.
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.