RAMS HEAD SOUTHERNMOST
804 WHITEHEAD ST · KEY WEST · Monroe County · FL 33040
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
Counts reported for this inspection visit.
All DBPR Inspector Observations
5 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 1
03A-02-5High Priority – – From initial inspection : High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Shredded cheese (53F – Cold Holding); Sliced ham (53F – Cold Holding); Cooked pasta (53F – Cold Holding); Sliced cheese (53F – Cold Holding); Raw ground beef (53F – Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler. As per operator for less than 4 hours. Shredded cheese (47F – Cold Holding); Sliced ham (47F – Cold Holding); Cooked pasta (43F – Cold Holding); Sliced cheese (47F – Cold Holding); Raw ground beef (47F – Cold Holding). Operator moved all food items to the reach in coolers at kitchen area for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2026-08-12: Observed the walk in cooler at 41°F and only non TCS foods. **Admin Complaint**
Intermediate 1
53B-14-5Intermediate – – From initial inspection : Intermediate – Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed certificates expired 07/20/2026 for the employees Fritznel V., Gary P. and Yosebb E. As per operator working for more than 7 years. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2026-08-12: ntermediate – Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed certificates expired 07/20/2026 for the employees Fritznel V., Gary P. and Yosebb E. As per operator working for more than 7 years. **Warning** **Time Extended**
Basic 3
14-09-4Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting boards on top of preparation table on cook line at kitchen area. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2026-08-12: Basic – Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting boards on top of preparation table on cook line at kitchen area. **Warning** **Time Extended**
23-03-4Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer gasket soiled in front of dishwasher aching at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2026-08-12: Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer gasket soiled in front of dishwasher aching at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** **Time Extended**
36-02-5Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed all around cook line area, dishwasher water, and storage area at kitchen. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2026-08-12: Basic – Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed all around cook line area, dishwasher water, and storage area at kitchen. **Warning** **Time Extended**
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 13, 2026 12:18 PM.
Violation category totals
1 observation(s)
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.