TIN CUP CHALICE
2001 S ROOSEVELT BLVD, Key West FL 33040 · 305.292.8900
Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023
DEC 24
APR 25
JUL 25
APR 26
AUG 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Items in warmer across from cook line grill: Manager stated item started reheating at 6:30 am, temperature taken at 8:50 am.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $720
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2019046625 | Sep 11, 2019 | Nov 4, 2019 | $400 |
| 1--2015004992 | Jan 5, 2015 | Mar 4, 2015 | $320 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 26, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Advised manager to clean ice machine alcohol walk in cooler.
Aug 25, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 24 violations recorded, 8 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
8 High priority2 Intermediate14 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 3 food employee began working with food in the kitchen without washing their hands.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to make salad.
Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed employee washed hands with no soap at handwash sink near cook line.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over pico de gallo at reach in cooler across cook line. Coach operator.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 8+ roaches crawling inside of oven in the cook line with metal pans stored inside. Observed 4 live roaches crawling on floor behind oven. Observed 2 live roaches crawling on floor near oven to bake wings and cookies in the kitchen. Observed 3 live roaches crawling inside of bread toaster at prep table near single service items storage. Observed 2 live roaches crawling at prep table near single service items storage. Observed 1 live roach crawling on walk in cooler wall in the kitchen. Observed 1 live roach crawling on wall at the dishwasher. Observed 4 live roaches crawling on trash next to the dishwasher. Observed 1 live roach in the lobby at kitchen entrance.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed milk (63F - Cold Holding) stored next to cook line at room temperature, as per operator for 2 hours. Operator placed product in ice at time of inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed black beans (125F - Hot Holding) at cook line, as per operator for less than 2 hours.
Water misting device not maintained/cleaned as required. Observed soda nozzle in the bar.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwash sink in the bar.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwash sink near cook line. Also observed at handwash sink in the bar.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Advised manager to clean ice machine alcohol walk in cooler.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 10+ dead roaches inside of the oven at cook line in the kitchen. Observed 6+ dead roaches on floor in the kitchen.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee open water bottle stored at preparation table across cook line.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed clean plastic containers stacked together stored under self cooking oven in the kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of low fat buttermilk stored on floor inside of veggies walk in cooker.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in standing 82f next to fryer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of oven soiled in the cook line.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at handwash sink in the bar.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed boxes of cups, gloves, round plates stored on floor at dry storage area.
Soiled wet wiping cloth placed in use with fresh solution.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed standing water at handwash sink near dry storage area.
Stored food not covered. Observed metal container of cook onions not covered at meat walk in cooler.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking water from pipe under ware washing sink near the dishwasher.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at wet wiping cloths stored preparation table across cook like.
Apr 8, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Temperature 141). During the inspection operator set up Triple Sink (Quaternary 300ppm)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled. During the inspection employee cleaned it.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, throughout the kitchen areas.
Clean, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Food stored on floor. Observed 2 cases of chips skins stored on the floor in walk in freezer.
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed most of the reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues, located at cooking line.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed 1 case of to go boxes stored on the floor in dry storage.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, throughout the kitchen areas.
Jul 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed a cook touch a raw beef patty and then removed his gloves and put on new ones without washing hands.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled. Observed the soda gun nozzle soiled at the bar.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in a container of rice. The manager removed the bowl.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Ice bucket stored on floor between uses. The chef put them on a rack.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the bar.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. The manager put the straws behind the bar.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic squeeze bottles not labeled at the cook line.
May 6, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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- From initial inspection : No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only.
Apr 22, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed milk (48F - Cold Holding); spinach (49F - Cold Holding); in walk in cooler. Operator moved the food items in another walk in cooler. Also lift lid reach in cooler cut tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); cheese (49F - Cold Holding) for less than 4 hours as per operator. Operator placed the food items under ice.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Dishwasher area.
Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of pork on walk in freezer floor. Operator properly stored it.
No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only.
Dec 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed Raw bacon stored over cooked wings at walk in cooler. Manager rearranged products. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cheese at reach in cooler at cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked potatoes at 62F at room temperature at cook line. As per manager, less than 1 hour. Employee took product to walk in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade shield with old food debris at preparation area.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at keg walk in cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall shield with black substance at ware washing area. Observed wall soiled with old food debris at outside bar.
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Observed at outside bar area. Manager began placing waste line during inspection.
No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Observed boiler certificate expired on 10-13-24.
Dec 9, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed establishment utilizing time as control for butter at expo area.
Jun 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Expired chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed expired quat test kit since 2/2024.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Certified manager not present at the time of the inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked rice and cooked spaghettis from earlier yesterday with no date inside walk in cooler. Employee dated the products.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Employee inverted the pots and pans.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed water residue inside clean pots and pans ready to use.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives stored in between reach in coolers. Employee sent them to 3 compartment sink.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils inside standing water. Water temperature was 88 F. Employee sent the utensils to the 3 compartment sink.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Stored food not covered. Observed uncovered container with cooked rice stored inside walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed commercially packaged fish thawing at room temperature inside prep sink for approximately 1 hr. Employee opened the cold running water to continue thawing the fish.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Sep 29, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shell eggs stored over pasteurized egg whites in walk-in cooler across from office. Manager placed Shell eggs on bottom shelf.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Items in warmer across from cook line grill: Manager stated item started reheating at 6:30 am, temperature taken at 8:50 am.
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Items in warmer across from cook line grill: Manager stated item started reheating at 6:30 am, temperature taken at 8:50 am.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Sanitizer spray bottles stored next to go cup lids in wait station. Manager moved spray bottles to area away from single service items.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cuttings board on reach-in cooler across from cook line grill stained. Blade of can opener on prep table in front of walk-in cooler.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. No measuring device for high temperature dish machine in dish area.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand washing sink in bar area.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Spatulas on cook line stored in standing water,101F.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Front of coffee machine in wait station.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Containers stored on shelf at end of cook line.
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