HIDEAWAY AT THE COVE
84457 OVERSEAS HWY · ISLAMORADA · Monroe County · FL 33036
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
10 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 2
14-86-1High Priority – Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container covering leafy greens . Pink food service towel lining the containers of shrimp and tuna **Warning**
41-18-4High Priority – Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Glass washer at bar is at 200 + ppm chlorine , bar tender will notify the chef about concentration. **Warning**
Intermediate 5
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. **Warning**
31A-11-4Intermediate – Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used to dump ice and lime **Warning**
53A-01-7Intermediate – Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53B-01-5Intermediate – 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. Nando at bar magdell in kitchen **Warning**
11-26-1Intermediate – 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. **Warning**
Basic 3
21-05-5Basic – Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Pink food service towel used in contact with tuna and shrimp in containers **Warning**
10-12-5Basic – In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. **Warning**
25-05-4Basic – Single-service articles improperly stored on the floor **Warning**
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 19, 2026 8:16 AM.
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.