Marathon, Monroe County

BRASS MONKEY

234 55 ST OCEAN, Marathon, FL 33050

FoodSeating
Latest violations
6
5 High Priority
Apr 17, 2026
City
Marathon
County
Monroe
Status
Delinquent / 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 17, 2026

Routine - Food

Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority: 5Basic: 1Total: 6

41-07-4

Detail 24520922

High Priority - Container of medicine, icy hot improperly stored on prep table

09-01-4

Detail 24520920

High Priority - 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. Cook started set ups for burgers not wearing gloves. Cook immediately put gloves on as I entered the kitchen Corrected On-Site

50-17-3

Detail 24520923

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

08A-05-6

Detail 24520925

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over salsa in refrigerator

41-10-4

Detail 24520921

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Off stored in baskets on food preparation table .

51-11-4

Detail 24520924

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.

Oct 21, 2025

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Basic: 1Total: 1

51-11-4

Detail 24133286

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-21: Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Time Extended

Aug 8, 2025

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

Intermediate: 4Basic: 4Total: 8

16-33-4

Detail 23942962

Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Warning

16-37-1

Detail 23942966

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

53B-01-5

Detail 23942961

Intermediate - 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. Sally, Warning

27-16-4

Detail 23942967

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. At the bar the hand wash sink has not hot or cold water . Warning

22-20-5

Detail 23942960

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

51-11-4

Detail 23942963

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Warning

22-08-4

Detail 23942965

Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris/ rust Warning

29-08-4

Detail 23942964

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. The bar hand wash sink is not connected to a drain and the faucet handles do not turn on. Warning

Feb 18, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 4Basic: 3Total: 8

08B-56-4

Detail 23564533

High Priority - Liquor bottles stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale.

16-33-4

Detail 23564535

Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer.

16-37-1

Detail 23564530

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

31B-02-4

Detail 23564537

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

27-16-4

Detail 23564534

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Due to loose faucet handle.

22-20-5

Detail 23564536

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

29-08-4

Detail 23564532

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. The hot water handle on the handwashing sinks at bar and in the kitchen are not working.

23-01-4

Detail 23564531

Basic - The ice machine exterior soiled.

Sep 17, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 4Basic: 4Total: 9

41-07-4

Detail 23153490

High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored in refrigerator that is holding food

11-27-4

Detail 23153488

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 23153487

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slices blade and guard can opener blade are soiled.

11-26-1

Detail 23153482

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.

53B-13-5

Detail 23153485

Intermediate - 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.

51-11-4

Detail 23153483

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.

10-08-5

Detail 23153486

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.

29-08-4

Detail 23153484

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. The hot water handle does not work on hand washing sink in the kitchen

22-08-4

Detail 23153489

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

May 14, 2024

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

High Priority: 1Basic: 2Total: 3

22-41-4

Detail 22871188

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Glass washer 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. 0 ppm chlorine at bar Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-14: Triple sink quaternary 200 ppm Glass machine is not being used due to hot water issues. Time Extended

51-11-4

Detail 22871190

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - At the bar , Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-14: At the bar , Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Time Extended

22-08-4

Detail 22871189

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-14: Interior microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Warning Time Extended

Mar 7, 2024

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 4Intermediate: 7Basic: 4Total: 15

22-45-4

Detail 22702282

High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Bar Glass washer is not sanitizing the dish ware Warning

22-41-4

Detail 22702280

High Priority - Glass washer 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. 0 ppm chlorine at bar Warning

08A-05-6

Detail 22702289

High Priority - Raw beef stored over ready-to-eat dressing in reach in cooler Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 22702286

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cheese (40F - cheese (46F - Cold Holding); ; Beef (46F - Cold Holding); pot roast (44F - Cold Holding); hot dogs (46F - Cold Holding the refrigerator thermostat was turn to lower temperature. Corrective Action Taken Warning

11-27-4

Detail 22702283

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. Repeat Violation Warning

22-02-4

Detail 22702281

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. At the bar the Frozen drink nozzles are soiled with mold like substance. Can opener blade is soiled Warning

53A-01-7

Detail 22702287

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. as per the owner a training class is schedule for CFM and food handler on 3-20-24. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

31B-02-4

Detail 22702284

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

53B-01-5

Detail 22702285

Intermediate - 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. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

11-26-1

Detail 22702292

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. Repeat Violation Warning

31B-03-4

Detail 22702293

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Corrected On-Site Warning

51-11-4

Detail 22702279

Basic - At the bar , Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Warning

24-07-4

Detail 22702290

Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored on the floor under prep table Warning

22-08-4

Detail 22702291

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

23-03-4

Detail 22702288

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Slide lid tracks on bottles beer cooler are soiled with mold like substance. Warning

Oct 20, 2023

Routine - Food

Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate: 5Basic: 4Total: 9

02C-03-5

Detail 22382384

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Turkey, ham in refrigerator not date marked. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-20: Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Turkey, ham in refrigerator not date marked. Admin Complaint

11-27-4

Detail 22382382

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Corrective Action Taken - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-20: 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. Admin Complaint

53A-01-7

Detail 22382383

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Gary Alan Leo - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-20: At call back inspection Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Gary Alan Leo Admin Complaint

53B-01-5

Detail 22382388

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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.Shawn - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-20: At call back inspection 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. Shawn Admin Complaint

11-26-1

Detail 22382387

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Corrective Action Taken - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-20: 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 Admin Complaint

22-20-5

Detail 22382386

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-20: Admin Complaint

14-11-5

Detail 22382385

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Chest freezer lid in poor repair. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-20: Chest freezer lid in poor repair. Time Extended

22-08-4

Detail 22382389

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-20: Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Admin Complaint

29-08-4

Detail 22382381

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. The hand wash sink hot water faucet handle is not turning on water strong enough to wash hands correctly. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-20: at callback inspection the hand wash sink in the kitchen does not have enough water pressure to wash hands properly. Admin Complaint

Aug 10, 2023

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 8Basic: 4Total: 13

08A-08-5

Detail 22192190

High Priority - Raw animal food , steak, stored in same container as ready-to-eat food , Ham, turkey. Corrected On-Site

02C-03-5

Detail 22192184

Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Turkey, ham in refrigerator not date marked.

11-27-4

Detail 22192183

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. Corrective Action Taken

31A-11-4

Detail 22192188

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Storage of soap Corrected On-Site

53A-01-7

Detail 22192189

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Gary Alan Leo

53B-01-5

Detail 22192182

Intermediate - 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.Shawn

11-26-1

Detail 22192191

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. Corrective Action Taken

16-37-1

Detail 22192185

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

02B-02-5

Detail 22192180

Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Corrected On-Site

22-20-5

Detail 22192192

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

14-11-5

Detail 22192186

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Chest freezer lid in poor repair.

22-08-4

Detail 22192187

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

29-08-4

Detail 22192181

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. The hand wash sink hot water faucet handle is not turning on water strong enough to wash hands correctly.

Feb 3, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 3Total: 5

08A-05-6

Detail 21753836

High Priority - Raw shell eggs stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.

27-16-4

Detail 21753837

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink., in employee bathroom.

10-08-5

Detail 21753840

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Corrected On-Site

33-11-4

Detail 21753839

Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.

25-05-4

Detail 21753838

Basic - Single-service take out containers improperly stored on the floor.