Key Largo, Monroe County

SHIPWRECK

45 GARDEN COVE DR, Key Largo, FL 33037

FoodSeating
Latest violations
12
3 High Priority
Apr 16, 2026
City
Key Largo
County
Monroe
Status
Ownership Changed / Active
Inspections
10

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

Apr 16, 2026

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 1Basic: 8Total: 12

01B-13-4

Detail 24517295

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed raw grouper filet still on ROP package, operator discarded during inspection.

03A-02-5

Detail 24517290

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw shrimp (49F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler at cook line, as per employee less than 1 hour. Employee closed lid for rapid cooling. raw shrimp second temperature (43F - Cold Holding) Corrected On-Site

41-10-4

Detail 24517294

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed heavy duty detergent bottle on top of reach in cooler at kitchen area, employee removed during inspection. Corrected On-Site

31A-11-4

Detail 24517297

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed frozen conch fritters container inside hand wash sink at kitchen area, employee removed during inspection. Corrected On-Site

22-20-5

Detail 24517296

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

06-09-1

Detail 24517286

Basic - 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 raw grouper filet still on ROP package, operator discarded during inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

06-06-5

Detail 24517289

Basic - Frozen time/temperature control for safety food being slacked at room temperature is no longer frozen solid. Observed raw shrimp (72F - Cold Holding) in standing water inside compartment sink at kitchen area, as per employee less than 2 hours, employee drain the water and moved to reach in cooler. Corrective Action Taken

10-12-5

Detail 24517293

Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored on top of ice machine.

10-06-5

Detail 24517288

Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed scoop handle on potatoes salad container at cook line, operator stored properly during inspection. Corrected On-Site

23-03-4

Detail 24517287

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in all units at kitchen area. Repeat Violation

22-16-4

Detail 24517291

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled reach in cooler interior across hand wash sink at kitchen area. Also observed soiled interior in reach in cooler across cook line.

21-10-4

Detail 24517292

Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed at cook line.

Dec 30, 2025

Routine - Food

Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority: 3Basic: 6Total: 9

12A-07-5

Detail 24275043

High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed Employee fail to wash hands prior to changing gloves.

50-17-3

Detail 24275044

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. observed establishment preparing, serving, or selling food to customer with an experienced license. Admin Complaint

01B-13-4

Detail 24275041

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed commercially packaged raw tuna in ROP defrosted in packaging in walk in cooler. Operator discarded tuna.

51-11-4

Detail 24275037

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed Co2 tank to the left of three compartment sink not secured.

06-09-1

Detail 24275039

Basic - 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 commercially packaged raw tuna in ROP defrosted in packaging in walk in cooler. Operator discarded tuna. Corrected On-Site

13-03-4

Detail 24275038

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed operator preparing food without hair restraint. Repeat Violation

23-03-4

Detail 24275040

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in freezer to the right of three compartment sink. Repeat Violation

22-16-4

Detail 24275036

Basic - Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled inside reach in freezer, to the right of three compartment. Repeat Violation

02D-01-5

Detail 24275042

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of flour and bread crumbs to the left of walk in cooler, not identified by common name.

Apr 22, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 2Basic: 8Total: 12

08A-05-6

Detail 23724908

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observe raw pork and raw steak stored on same container on unit at cook line. Employee stored properly. Corrected On-Site

03A-02-5

Detail 23724899

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observe sliced american cheese (51F - Cold Holding) on reach in cooler at cook line, as per employee less than 2 hours, employee moved container to reach in cooler interior to cool down. Corrective Action Taken

31A-11-4

Detail 23724909

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observe gravy bag Inside hand wash sink at kitchen area, coached employee on proper procedures.

41-17-4

Detail 23724904

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observe Lysol spray bottle not identified at front counter.

12B-07-4

Detail 23724905

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observe personal drink on preparation table at kitchen. Employee removed.

40-06-5

Detail 23724907

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observe personal phone on preparation table at kitchen area, employee removed during inspection. Corrected On-Site

13-03-4

Detail 23724900

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.

22-08-4

Detail 23724906

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.

23-03-4

Detail 23724898

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observe soiled gaskets on units at cook line. Repeat Violation

22-16-4

Detail 23724903

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observe on three units at cook line. Repeat Violation

21-11-4

Detail 23724902

Basic - Sanitizing solution for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil. Employee discarded and replaced with a new one.

06-07-5

Detail 23724901

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed under hot running water. Observe hot running water on gravy bag (frozen) on hand wash sink at kitchen area. As per employee less than 15 minutes. Employee moved to compartment sink with running water. Corrected On-Site

Dec 18, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Basic: 4Total: 6

08A-20-5

Detail 23432308

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw hamburger patties stored above raw calamari inside reach in cooler at kitchen area. Corrected On-Site

29-37-4

Detail 23432309

High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Repeat Violation

06-09-1

Detail 23432307

Basic - 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 raw tuna still on ROP packages, inside reach in cooler at kitchen area. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

10-12-5

Detail 23432310

Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop being stored on top of the ice machine. Operator moved scoop during inspection. Corrected On-Site

23-03-4

Detail 23432306

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on units across fryers.

22-16-4

Detail 23432305

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed on unit across fryers in kitchen area. Repeat Violation

Apr 9, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 1Basic: 5Total: 8

29-37-4

Detail 22792812

High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.

03A-02-5

Detail 22792809

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced cheese (48F - Cold Holding); sliced pastrami (48F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler at kitchen area. As per employee less than 3 hours. Employee stored food in a deeper container. Corrective Action Taken

02C-02-5

Detail 22792814

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pasta not date marked, inside reach in cooler across fryer. As per employee from previous day. Corrected On-Site

23-24-4

Detail 22792813

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled handles in unit at cook line.

06-09-1

Detail 22792810

Basic - 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 tuna thawed still in ROP inside reach in cooler at kitchen area. Corrected On-Site

16-13-5

Detail 22792811

Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observe sanitizer solution in the middle compartment. Corrected On-Site

10-07-4

Detail 22792807

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spatulas stored in standing water at 110°F on stove. Corrected On-Site

22-16-4

Detail 22792808

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in unit across flat grill.

Oct 23, 2023

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Basic: 2Total: 2

22-08-4

Detail 22386430

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-23: Still observed Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Time Extended

21-09-4

Detail 22386431

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed several WC at kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-23: Still observed WC not in sanitizing solution at kitchen area. Time Extended

Aug 17, 2023

Routine - Food

Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 3Basic: 10Total: 14

50-17-3

Detail 22212345

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Admin Complaint

11-27-4

Detail 22212351

Intermediate - 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. Provided form during inspection.

11-26-1

Detail 22212347

Intermediate - 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. Provided form during inspection.

41-17-4

Detail 22212350

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser spray bottle not identified at kitchen area.

23-24-4

Detail 22212355

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed in all units at kitchen area.

14-09-4

Detail 22212352

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed in kitchen area.

08B-38-4

Detail 22212354

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed dry garlic container stored on floor at dry storage area. Employee rearranged properly. Corrected On-Site

10-20-4

Detail 22212348

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.

10-06-5

Detail 22212342

Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed in sugar container. Employee removed during inspection.

22-08-4

Detail 22212343

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.

23-03-4

Detail 22212349

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in all units at kitchen.

22-16-4

Detail 22212353

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at kitchen area.

21-09-4

Detail 22212344

Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed several WC at kitchen area.

02D-01-5

Detail 22212346

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar,flour,panko,rice and coconut containers not identified in kitchen area.

Dec 13, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 1Basic: 10Total: 13

12A-07-5

Detail 21634146

High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.

41-18-4

Detail 21634141

High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed the triple sink quaternary sanitizing solution concentration at 400 ppm

22-02-4

Detail 21634149

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the cutting board with food stain

22-20-5

Detail 21634143

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Repeat Violation

24-05-4

Detail 21634145

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed kitchen utensils stored near the three compartment sink with the food contact area up

06-09-1

Detail 21634151

Basic - 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 tuna thawed in the vacuum package. Showed operator message that it should be removed from the vacuum package to thaw

50-09-4

Detail 21634150

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

13-03-4

Detail 21634144

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed at the cook line Repeat Violation

14-69-4

Detail 21634148

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer Observed ice build up in the small reach in freezer located near the walk in cooler Repeat Violation

10-08-5

Detail 21634147

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.

10-20-4

Detail 21634152

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.

33-16-4

Detail 21634153

Basic - Open dumpster lid.

02D-01-5

Detail 21634142

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed the panko and flour containers without name lable

Mar 24, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 4Basic: 10Total: 15

03A-02-5

Detail 20954975

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler hot dogs (46 F - Cold Holding) Hot dogs were moved to freezer for rapid cooling. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

22-02-4

Detail 20954971

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled white cutting board on prep table in kitchen. Repeat Violation

16-37-1

Detail 20954974

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test strips. Repeat Violation

53B-02-5

Detail 20954977

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no proof of training for Chris

31B-03-4

Detail 20954972

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink in mens bathroom.

22-20-5

Detail 20954970

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed soiled ice machine.

51-11-4

Detail 20954976

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Repeat Violation

50-09-4

Detail 20954984

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

13-07-4

Detail 20954973

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee on cook line with bracelet watch. Repeat Violation

13-03-4

Detail 20954982

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed no hair restraint on employee on cook line. Repeat Violation

14-69-4

Detail 20954978

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up on reach in freezer under prep table in kitchen.

21-04-4

Detail 20954981

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel under cutting board. Repeat Violation

51-18-6

Detail 20954983

Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.

31B-04-4

Detail 20954979

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign in kitchen.

23-03-4

Detail 20954980

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of ice machine.

Nov 22, 2021

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 2Basic: 10Total: 13

03A-02-5

Detail 20675863

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (50°F - Cold Holding); raw hamburger (50°F - Cold Holding) Fan was blocked in reach in cooler. Food was moved to freezer for rapid cooling. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

22-02-4

Detail 20675873

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled white cutting board on prep table.

16-37-1

Detail 20675874

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

51-11-4

Detail 20675869

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 tank by three compartment sink not secured. CO2 tank was secured. Corrected On-Site

13-07-4

Detail 20675864

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed cook with gold bracket preparing food.

13-03-4

Detail 20675868

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed cook no hair restraint. Repeat Violation

14-11-4

Detail 20675871

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed exterior of ice machine held together with aluminum tape.

08B-47-4

Detail 20675867

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed bags of onions on walk in cooler floor.

33-20-4

Detail 20675865

Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.

21-04-4

Detail 20675870

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel under cutting board.

29-49-6

Detail 20675866

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in reach in cooler on cookline.

08B-12-5

Detail 20675872

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed garlic spread on shelf by prep table not covered.

02D-01-5

Detail 20675862

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed no labels on flour and coconut containers.