SWORDFISH GRILL AT BUDNMARYS
79851 OVERSEAS HWY, Islamorada FL 33036 · 3053931429
Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · 16 visits since September 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 13 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. In the walk-in cooler observed a small box of hole green peppers with mold on them also observed one cantaloupe with mold on the outside of it. Stop sale was issued.
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Inspection history
16 visits, newest first
Jul 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. 200 ppm
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.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Jan 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter 90 F. Butter set on flat top to reheat.
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Chlorine 200 ppm in spray bottles
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
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. Mason
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Sep 26, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 24, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. In the walk-in cooler observed a small box of hole green peppers with mold on them also observed one cantaloupe with mold on the outside of it. Stop sale was issued.
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.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Joanne Aromandi manager
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.
Plastic bottles of water and dry storage not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Plastic single service cups, stored on floor and dry storage.
Jul 24, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
May 20, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
Mar 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Sponges in handwashing sink
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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. Fernando laguana cook Edna, Armando.
Food stored on floor in the walk in cooler and walk in freezer
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
The ice machine exterior soiled with debris.
Dec 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. @10 ppm COS 100 ppm
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 food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
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. Lift lid unit across from stove is not cold holding @41F or below. No TCS foods can be stored in this unit.
Food stored on floor I walk in freezer and dry storage
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Walking cooler Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris
Aug 13, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 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.
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.
Food stored in a room /patio area that is not fully enclosed. Observed a reachin cooler holding food in an unenclosed area at the seating area under roof. This area shows on approved plans to be enclosed but has not been enclosed at time of inspection.
Jun 14, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority5 Intermediate1 Basic
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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 chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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.
plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Observed a chest type ice machine, a walk-in cooler and a walk-in freezer used by the restaurant that is on the property and is not on the approved plan review. These items are located in an area of the property that is not next to or in the restaurant area. These items need to be added to approved plans within 60 days.
Food stored in a room /patio area that is not fully enclosed. Observed a reachin cooler holding food in an unenclosed area at the seating area under roof. This area shows on approved plans to be enclosed but has not been enclosed at time of inspection.
Jun 12, 2024Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cut tomatoes (55*F - Cold Holding); ham (55*F - Cold Holding); Poultry (55*F - Cold Holding) items were put on ice or relocated to a working unit or walk-in cooler
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 chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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.
plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Observed a chest type ice machine, a walk-in cooler and a walk-in freezer used by the restaurant that is on the property and is not on the approved plan review. These items are located in an area of the property that is not next to or in the restaurant area. These items need to be added to approved plans within 60 days.
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. Reach in unit and possibly low boy unit are not cold holding at 41F or below. Repair technician was called for service of two units.
Food stored in a room /patio area that is not fully enclosed. Observed a reachin cooler holding food in an unenclosed area at the seating area under roof. This area shows on approved plans to be enclosed but has not been enclosed at time of inspection.
Feb 29, 2024□ 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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Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider.observed approximately 26 seats with tables at outdoor covered patio area
Food stored outside. Observed stand up coolers holding canned soda, In one and containers of chicken salad and egg salad in another stored on action under rood but open air.
Jan 30, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider.observed approximately 26 seats with tables at outdoor covered patio area
Food stored outside. Observed stand up coolers holding canned soda, In one and containers of chicken salad and egg salad in another stored on action under rood but open air.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In warmer unit at cash register.
Nov 30, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter 120Fbutter was put on flat top to reheat.
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 food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider.observed approximately 26 seats with tables at outdoor covered patio area
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris in walk in cooler.
Food stored outside. Observed stand up coolers holding canned soda, In one and containers of chicken salad and egg salad in another stored on action under rood but open air.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In warmer unit at cash register.
Sep 19, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 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.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Sep 8, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 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. Operator touching RTE cheese adding it to a wrap and wrapping RTE food with bare hands. Discussed glove wearing procedure with operator.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.; Poultry (47*F - Cold Holding); ham (46*F - Cold Holding); Poultry (47*F - Cold Holding), in lift lid cooler across from grill. Lid was closed and the door was ajar. Walk-in cooler cheese (50*F - Cold Holding); Poultry (49F - Cold Holding); shell eggs (50*F - Cold Holding) Walk-in cooler has a buildup of ice on the condenser.
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 food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
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. Walk-in cooler is not cold holding @ 41 F. All food will be relocated to freezer for rapid cool of. Technician will be called to service the unit
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
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