GRAND CAFE KEY WEST

Name: GRAND CAFE KEY WEST
Address: 314 DUVAL ST, KEY WEST, FL, 33040, US
Rating: 71.2

314 DUVAL ST, KEY WEST, FL 33040

License #5402741

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71.2 Grade C / 100

Mixed Health Record

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GRAND CAFE KEY WEST in KEY WEST currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 71.2 out of 100 — a C grade — a noticeable pattern of violations across recent inspections. This restaurant has 4 inspections on record from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on November 13, 2025. Across those visits, inspectors documented 38 total violations — 13 critical, 10 major, 15 minor.

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The latest inspection on November 13, 2025 included 2 critical violations, 0 major, and 2 minor.

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Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pasta (50F - Cold Holding); raw tuna (52F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler. As per operator cooler door was open often during preparation.
[01B-13-4] Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed Observed Bite marks on penne pasta bag of 10 lbs.
[35B-04-4] Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Observed back door open.
[36-22-4] Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed under hand sink next to dish machine.

Emergency order recommended
[01B-13-4] Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed Observed Bite marks on penne pasta bag of 10 lbs.
[10-20-4] In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed pair of tongs hanging from oven door handle.
[11-27-4] 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.
[35A-04-4] Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 8 rodent droppings on top of dish machine at kitchen area. Observed approximately 2 rodent droppings behind beverage cooler at kitchen area. Observed approximately 6 rodent droppings under coffee machine at kitchen area. Observed approximately 15 rodent droppings under steam table at kitchen area. Observed 1 rodent dropping on top of plate under steam table at kitchen area. Observed approximately 5 rodent droppings wrapped on towel under steam table at kitchen area. Observed Bite marks on penne pasta bag of 10 lbs. Observed approximately 15 rodent droppings inside plastic container containing uncooked penne pasta on storage shelves at kitchen area. Observed approximately 20 rodent droppings on tray under freshly baked bread next triple sink at kitchen area. Observed approximately 15 rodent droppings on mop sink area next to kitchen.
[36-73-4] Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed heavy accumulation of grease under friers at kitchen.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed accumulation of grease between cooking equipment. Observed accumulation of debris under steam table.
[53A-05-6] 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/
[08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over lettuce inside glass door cooler. Observed raw shell eggs stored over butter inside walk in cooler.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pasta (50F - Cold Holding); raw tuna (52F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler. As per operator cooler door was open often during preparation.

Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
[11-27-4] Still Not provided
Non-food-contact surfaces (gaskets, shelves, equipment exteriors, door handles) soiled with grease, debris, dirt, slime, or dust.
[36-22-4] Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed under hand sink next to dish machine.
[53A-05-6] 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/
[03A-02-5] Observed cooked pasta (51F -Cold Holding)
[01B-13-4] Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed Observed Bite marks on penne pasta bag of 10 lbs.
[10-20-4] In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed pair of tongs hanging from oven door handle.
[35B-04-4] Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Observed back door open.
[08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over lettuce inside glass door cooler. Observed raw shell eggs stored over butter inside walk in cooler.
[35A-04-4] Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 8 rodent droppings on top of dish machine at kitchen area. Observed approximately 2 rodent droppings behind beverage cooler at kitchen area. Observed approximately 6 rodent droppings under coffee machine at kitchen area. Observed approximately 15 rodent droppings under steam table at kitchen area. Observed 1 rodent dropping on top of plate under steam table at kitchen area. Observed approximately 5 rodent droppings wrapped on towel under steam table at kitchen area. Observed Bite marks on penne pasta bag of 10 lbs. Observed approximately 15 rodent droppings inside plastic container containing uncooked penne pasta on storage shelves at kitchen area. Observed approximately 20 rodent droppings on tray under freshly baked bread next triple sink at kitchen area. Observed approximately 15 rodent droppings on mop sink area next to kitchen.

Warning Issued
[22-16-4] Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Most kitchen Reach in cooler.
[05-07-4] Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturers specifications.
[10-08-5] Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
[11-27-4] 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.
[16-37-1] No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
[14-09-4] Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Most kitchen cutting boards.
[21-12-4] Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Food preparation area.
[12A-09-4] Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Kitchen cook
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed kitchen top surfaces soiled of Kitchen shelves.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled wall in kitchen throughout.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw beef at 49 f in walk in cooler , pasta at 51 f Noodles 44 f Management place the items in the freezer to cool down.
[02C-01-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation, observed cooked potatoes as per kitchen cook exceeds Omer 7 days in side walk in cooler.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Kitchen can opener soiled.
[53B-05-5] Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. All employee certificates are expired 4-2025 Approximately 10 employees.
[02D-02-4] Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed Buckets of food in the dry storage not properly labeled.

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