CAFE MARQUESA
600 FLEMING ST · KEY WEST · Monroe County · FL 33040
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
11 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 1
03A-02-5High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at kitchen prep area containers of butter (57F – Cold Holding) and pooled eggs (63F – Cold Holding). As per chef less than 4 hours.
Intermediate 3
01C-03-4Intermediate – Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed for oyster tags.
16-37-1Intermediate – No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed none available for chlorine dish machine.
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 no certified manager present with 4 employees onsite during inspection.
Basic 7
36-34-5Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout soiled with dust.
32-12-6Basic – Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed for both shared unisex bathrooms.
36-73-4Basic – Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout.
10-20-4Basic – In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at cook line ovens. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4Basic – In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at prep counter spoons stored in standing water of 56F.
24-01-4Basic – Presetting of unwrapped silverware and/or tableware outdoors. Observed for preset silverware on outdoor tables.
36-50-4Basic – Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed cook line hood filters soiled with grease build up.
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 11, 2026 7:25 PM.
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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.