THE SANDBAR AT KEY COLONY
235 CRANDON BLVD · KEY BISCAYNE · Dade County · FL 33149
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
8 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 1
14-86-1High Priority – Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towels linen with cut tomatoes at cook line. **Repeat Violation**
Intermediate 4
11-27-4Intermediate – 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 to operator via email.
31A-09-4Intermediate – Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed case of lemon stored on top of hand washing sink, operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
53A-05-6Intermediate – 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/ Observed 5 employees working at the time of the inspection with no certified manager on duty.
16-62-1Intermediate – No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. **Repeat Violation**
Basic 3
51-13-4Basic – No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator via email.
31B-04-4Basic – No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
06-01-5Basic – Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed fish thawing inside 3 compartment sink at 34F. Coached operator on correct procedures and he placed inside reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on September 15, 2026 12:42 PM.
Violation category totals
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Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.