WAFFLE HOUSE #1310
100270 OVERSEAS HWY, Key Largo FL 33037 · 305.451.6222
Last inspected Mar 20, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections within 27 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed in walk in cooler shelled eggs (48F - Ambient Temperature Cold Holding).
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2018050053 | Sep 21, 2018 | Dec 7, 2018 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Mar 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate11 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 15 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef burgers stored above raw pork in unit at front counter.
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed at front counter
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. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine +100ppm) at front counter.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled with mold- like ice dispenser at front counter.
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Operator cleaned during inspection.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed ice bucket not inverted next to ice machine, operator stored properly during inspection.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed personal food next to establishment food on standing unit at front counter, operator removed during inspection.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed at walk in freezer.
Grease dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed soiled ice scoop interior. Operator removed holder to 3 compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in standing unit at cook line.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed personal drink inside standing unit at front counter, operator removed during inspection.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled interior in units at cook line.
Nov 20, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 19, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee at cook line change gloves without washing hands.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed in walk in cooler shelled eggs (48F - Ambient Temperature Cold Holding).
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed spray hose hanging at ware-wash machine area at front counter.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in walk in cooler commercially processed mushrooms (50F - Cold Holding); beef steak (48F - Cold Holding); shelled eggs (48F -ambient ); sliced ham (48F - Cold Holding); pork sausage (50F - Cold Holding). As per operator door was left open to clean 1 hour before.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200ppm). Coached operator of proper Concentration.
Clean linens stored on floor. Observed bag of clean linens stored on floor. Operator stored properly.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed clean mugs stored on a soiled tray at front counter.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal bag stored on preparation table at back area. Operator removed during inspection.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled under ice machine and three compartment sink in back preparation area.
Food stored in a prohibited area. Observed hose stored above cases of waffle mix at dry storage area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in the area around waffle maker soiled with food residue.Operator cleaned area around waffle maker.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in cooler to store eggs to the right of cook line soiled.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed soiled wet cloths at front counter by coffee maker. Operator discarded of cloths.
Mar 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Coached employees on proper procedures.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observe raw burgers (49F - Cold Holding) and sliced tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding) on reach in cooler at front counter. As per employee less than 3 hours. Operator mentioned reach in cooler is on defrosting at 8:00 am.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observe Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine +100ppm) at front counter, operator discarded and replaced with a new solution. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm)
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observe soiled walk in cooler shelves. Also observe on 3 units at front counter.
Sanitizing solution for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil. Observe next to dishwasher at front counter. Operator discarded.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observe on one of the units next to flat grill at front counter.
Oct 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee changing gloves without washing her hands at cook line.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef hamburgers stored above raw pork on reach in cooler at cook line.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal bag on prep table by 3 compartment sink.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed under equipment at cook line. Also observed under dishwasher machine.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed on HWS by 3 compartment sink.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in all units at cook line.
Sanitizing solution for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil. Observed at cook line.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed at grill station.
Mar 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 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 cook changing gloves without washing hands.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef patties over raw pork chops inside reach in cooler next to flat grill.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced cheese (47F - Cold Holding) in prep area next to flat grill. As per Manager less than 4 hours.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed ice dispenser interior soiled next to coffee station.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed dishes not inverted on top of flat grill, Also next to ice tea station. Manager inverted dishes during inspection.
Clean linens stored on floor Observed bag of clean towels on the floor next to dry storage.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink next to coffee machine.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed silverware inside standing water 93F, Manager discarded water during inspection.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign next to dishwasher at front counter, Also across from office. Manager printed sign and posted property.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in unit next to flat grill.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled shelves next to flat grill. Manager cleaned up shelves during inspection.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop being stored inside mop bucket next to public restroom, Manager stored mop properly during inspection.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed WC next to ice tea dispenser, also next to flat grill.
Oct 31, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed Manager changing gloves and no hand wash.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed Manager cracking eggs and proceed to scoop waffle mix and gloves not changed.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed turkey (50F - Cold Holding); county ham (59F - Cold Holding) as per Manager less than 3 hours, employee kept walk in cooler door open to cool down walk in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled drawers where clean utensils are stored under flat grill.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed soiled interior of ice dispenser next to coffee machine at the front counter.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee food plate at preparation table next to warmer at the back preparation area. Manager moved during inspection.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed under dishwasher machine at the front counter.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in all units at front counter.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed coke bottle inside Delfield unit at front counter, Manager moved during inspection.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled interior at unit next to flat grill at front counter.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed at the cook line.
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.