BLACKFIN BISTRO
918 DUVAL STREET · KEY WEST · Monroe County · FL 33040
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
Counts reported for this inspection visit.
All DBPR Inspector Observations
11 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 3
08A-04-5High Priority – Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef burgers stored over green beans inside reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator properly relocated products. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6High Priority – Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over chopped garlic inside flip top portion of reach in cooler in kitchen area. Operator properly relocated products. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed blanched fries (70F – Hot Holding) across from fryer. Operator placed product inside reach in freezer for rapid cooling. Operator opting to use time as public health control for blanched fries moving forward.
Intermediate 1
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 operator form via email. **Repeat Violation**
Basic 7
16-21-4Basic – Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
21-04-4Basic – In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel under cutting board in prep area.
51-13-4Basic – No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator via email. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
14-33-4Basic – Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves inside reach in cooler in kitchen area.
29-20-5Basic – Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed hand sink draining slowly in kitchen area.
36-27-5Basic – Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled in dish area.
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 14, 2026 12:06 AM.
Violation category totals
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2 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
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1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.