Key West, Monroe County

BRUSCHETTA FRANCESCA

112 FITZPATRICK STREET, Key West, FL 33040

FoodSeating
Latest violations
13
2 High Priority
Apr 7, 2026
City
Key West
County
Monroe
Status
Current / 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 7, 2026

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 2Basic: 9Total: 13

08A-05-6

Detail 24497946

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed at cook line reach in cooler drawers, raw chicken, calamari, veal stored over cooked lasagna.

08A-20-5

Detail 24497942

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed at walk in cooler raw chicken stored over ground beef. Operator removed and stored correctly. Corrected On-Site

16-37-1

Detail 24497939

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed for chlorine dish machine and quaternary triple sink. Repeat Violation

31B-02-4

Detail 24497935

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed none at dish area hand sink. Operator provided. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

06-09-1

Detail 24497936

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 at cook line reach in cooler packages of snapper not removed prior to being placed to thaw. Operator began to remove items during inspection. Corrective Action Taken

36-73-4

Detail 24497937

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout kitchen and behind fixed equipment.

10-08-5

Detail 24497944

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at bar ice bin. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site

10-20-4

Detail 24497945

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at cook line oven doors. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site

10-07-4

Detail 24497943

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at prep table utensils in standing water of 68F. Operator removed and emptied water. Corrected On-Site

08B-12-5

Detail 24497940

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed at reach in cooler container of dices tomatoes stored uncovered.

36-50-4

Detail 24497947

Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed shelves at dry storage area soiled with dust build up.

36-27-5

Detail 24497941

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed through kitchen and storage areas.

42-01-4

Detail 24497938

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed at mop sink stored in mop bucket.

Aug 12, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 3Basic: 3Total: 6

27-19-4

Detail 23951278

Intermediate - Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. At prep area/ kitchen.

16-37-1

Detail 23951279

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Just for machine( chlorine strips)

31B-02-4

Detail 23951281

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Cook line. operator placed a new roll. Corrected On-Site

08B-38-4

Detail 23951280

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed at walk in cooler. Operator placed the vegetables box on shelf. Corrected On-Site

38-07-4

Detail 23951283

Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Repeat Violation

33-34-4

Detail 23951282

Basic - Storage area not maintained clean and organized.

Jun 17, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 1Basic: 2Total: 3

05-08-4

Detail 23829244

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.

08B-38-4

Detail 23829245

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil plastic containers stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed containers from floor. Corrected On-Site

38-07-4

Detail 23829243

Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed missing shield inside ware washing area.

Apr 16, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 2Basic: 1Total: 4

03A-02-5

Detail 23712018

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw shell eggs stored at room temperature at prep area. As per operator for less than 30 minutes. Operator placed eggs inside cooler for rapid cooling. Corrective Action Taken

31B-02-4

Detail 23712017

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at prep area. Operator provided. Corrected On-Site

16-59-1

Detail 23712016

Intermediate - Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm

06-01-5

Detail 23712015

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed mussels, clams thawing at room temperate at prep area. Operator started food preparation. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

Dec 14, 2023

Routine - Food

Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority: 2Total: 2

22-41-4

Detail 22515523

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish machine, 0 ppm. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-14: No change. Time Extended

03A-02-5

Detail 22515522

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Items in reach-in cooler across from cook line grill: calimari (50F - Cold Holding); snapp (49F - Cold Holding); cream (49F - Cold Holding). Manager stated items placed in cooler one hour prior to temperature being taken. Manager moved items to reach-in freezer to reduce temperature to 41F. Items in walk-in cooler: ricotta (51F - Cold Holding); ; cheese (50F - Cold Holding). Manager stated item's received 3 hours prior to temperature being taken. Manager moved items to reach-in freezer to reduce temperature to 41F. Items stored in walk-in cooler: butter (50F,51F,50F - Cold Holding); cream (50F,,50F - Cold Holding). Manager stated items placed in cooler three days earlier. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-14: Reach-in cooler: cheese 46F, tomatoes 46F. Manager stated items placed in cooler thirty minutes prior to temperature being taken. Manager moved items to reach-in freezer to reduce temperature to 41F. Admin Complaint Corrective Action Taken

Dec 12, 2023

Routine - Food

Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 3Basic: 5Total: 11

22-41-4

Detail 22507264

High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish machine, 0 ppm. Warning

01B-02-5

Detail 22507259

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Items stored in walk-in cooler: butter (50F,51F,50F - Cold Holding); cream (50F,,50F - Cold Holding). Manager stated items placed in cooler three days earlier.

03A-02-5

Detail 22507263

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Items in reach-in cooler across from cook line grill: calimari (50F - Cold Holding); snapp (49F - Cold Holding); cream (49F - Cold Holding). Manager stated items placed in cooler one hour prior to temperature being taken. Manager moved items to reach-in freezer to reduce temperature to 41F. Items in walk-in cooler: ricotta (51F - Cold Holding); ; cheese (50F - Cold Holding). Manager stated item's received 3 hours prior to temperature being taken. Manager moved items to reach-in freezer to reduce temperature to 41F. Items stored in walk-in cooler: butter (50F,51F,50F - Cold Holding); cream (50F,,50F - Cold Holding). Manager stated items placed in cooler three days earlier. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

22-02-4

Detail 22507258

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on reach-in grill across from cook line grill. Cutting boards stored underneath kitchen prep table. Repeat Violation

16-37-1

Detail 22507260

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

31B-03-4

Detail 22507266

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand washing sink across from dish machine.

24-24-4

Detail 22507261

Basic - Clean equipment and utensils stored in a room that is not fully enclosed (open to outdoors/screened). Plastic containers stored on shelf across from walk-in.

38-07-4

Detail 22507257

Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Light fixture in dish area.

23-03-4

Detail 22507265

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of cook line cooler drawers. Repeat Violation

06-01-5

Detail 22507262

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Octopus being thawed at room temperature. Managed placed octopus under cold running water to continue thawing. Corrected On-Site

21-07-4

Detail 22507256

Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer bucket on cook line, 0 ppm. Manager added bleach to bucket. Corrected On-Site

Feb 27, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 5Basic: 8Total: 15

03A-02-5

Detail 21816056

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw bacon (54F - Cold Holding); cheese (55F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler across from cook line. As per employee, Unit door was opened for approximately 30 minutes for restocking.

29-34-4

Detail 21816055

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.

11-27-4

Detail 21816060

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.

22-02-4

Detail 21816049

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.Observed cutting boards with black stains at preparation area and on shelves across from cook line.

31A-11-4

Detail 21816052

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic containers stored inside hand sink at preparation area. Corrected On-Site

31B-02-4

Detail 21816051

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at ware washing area.

11-26-1

Detail 21816053

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.

36-51-4

Detail 21816054

Basic - Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Observed fan covers missing at walk in cooler.

23-24-4

Detail 21816057

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

24-24-4

Detail 21816050

Basic - Clean equipment and utensils stored in a room that is not fully enclosed (open to outdoors/screened). Observed plastic containers, rice cooker, fryer baskets baking sheets stored on shelves outside across from walk in freezer.

05-09-4

Detail 21816059

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer at reach in cooler drawers.

23-03-4

Detail 21816047

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler drawers gaskets soiled with black substance.

33-31-5

Detail 21816048

Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed reach in cooler/freezer outside near back exit door. As per employee, Unit is no longer utilized.

36-27-5

Detail 21816058

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with black substance at ware washing area. Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris at cook line and preparation areas.

21-07-4

Detail 21816046

Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed chlorine solution at 200ppm. Employee took bucket to dilute with water. Corrective Action Taken

Aug 2, 2022

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Intermediate: 1Total: 1

31B-02-4

Detail 21242937

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front counter. Corrected On-Site - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-02: At the time of the callback inspection observed no paper towel at front counter. Time Extended

Jun 28, 2022

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

Intermediate: 2Basic: 1Total: 3

53A-03-7

Detail 21159214

Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Mark Dulfort, expired 3/26/22, NRFSP.

31B-02-4

Detail 21159215

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front counter. Corrected On-Site

23-03-4

Detail 21159213

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. hoods.

Mar 22, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 4Basic: 6Total: 11

03A-02-5

Detail 20949315

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pico de gallo (47F - Cold Holding) stored inside make table in the kitchen area. Operator discarded it. Corrected On-Site

22-02-4

Detail 20949320

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer with food debris.

31A-09-4

Detail 20949311

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed container stored inside the hand washing sink in the prep area. Operator removed it. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

31B-02-4

Detail 20949321

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand washing sink located by the dishwasher area. Corrected On-Site

02C-02-5

Detail 20949319

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked ground beef stored inside make table in the kitchen area or properly dated marked. As per operator cooked ground beef was prepared Sunday. Repeat Violation

36-22-4

Detail 20949314

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water underneath make table in kitchen area. Repeat Violation

08B-38-4

Detail 20949318

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of raw chicken stored inside walk in cooler floor. Corrected On-Site

10-08-5

Detail 20949316

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Located inside ice bin in the bar area. Corrected On-Site

22-08-4

Detail 20949312

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

23-03-4

Detail 20949317

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed cooler gasket soiled.

29-11-4

Detail 20949313

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Located in the hand washing sink by the dishwasher area.