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PICKLES PUB SANDBAR

511 GREENE ST #101 · KEY WEST · Monroe County · FL 33040

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateMay 21, 2024
Inspection typeRoutine – Food
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionWarning Issued
Resultfollow_up_required
Inspection number3349736
Visit number1
Inspection Visit ID8368996
DBPR license5428187

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
3 High Priority6 Intermediate16 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical25 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

25 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.

High Priority 3

#17High Priority22-35-5

High Priority – Food preparation sink has soil/old food residue.

#18High Priority08A-20-5

High Priority – Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw steak stored above raw shrimp on drawers at cook line. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#19High Priority29-42-4

High Priority – Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.

Intermediate 6

#20Intermediate11-27-4

Intermediate – 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.

#21Intermediate22-02-4

Intermediate – Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled blue cutting board.

#22Intermediate31A-11-4

Intermediate – Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty container inside HWS at kitchen area.

#23Intermediate53B-02-5

Intermediate – No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no training for: Olsen,Elise, Devon and Jean have been working more than 60 days.

#24Intermediate11-26-1

Intermediate – 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.

#25Intermediate41-17-4

Intermediate – Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser spray bottle not labeled with a common name at the front counter.

Basic 16

#1Basic22-20-5

Basic – Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

#2Basic14-01-5

Basic – Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed on cooked pork container. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#3Basic23-24-4

Basic – Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled walk in cooler handle,

#4Basic36-36-4

Basic – Ceiling tile missing. Observed at dishwasher area.

#5Basic50-09-4

Basic – Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

#6Basic36-01-4

Basic – Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed throughout kitchen, also on walk in cooler/freezer.

#7Basic08B-38-4

Basic – Food stored on floor. Observed cooked pork container stored on walk in cooler floor l **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#8Basic10-14-5

Basic – Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Observed next to ice machine. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#9Basic51-13-4

Basic – No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.

#10Basic51-18-6

Basic – No copy of latest inspection report available.

#11Basic23-03-4

Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in all units throughout kitchen.

#12Basic12B-13-4

Basic – Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed personal water bottle on reach in cooler at kitchen area. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#13Basic22-16-4

Basic – Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in all units throughout kitchen.

#14Basic21-10-4

Basic – Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed throughout kitchen.

#15Basic36-27-5

Basic – Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed by dishwasher area.

#16Basic42-01-4

Basic – Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on October 4, 2026 1:29 PM.

Violation category totals
Category 8 · Food protection and cross-contamination
2 observation(s)
Category 10 · In-use food dispensing utensils
1 observation(s)
Category 11 · Employee health knowledge / ill employees
2 observation(s)
Category 12 · Handwashing and hygienic practices
1 observation(s)
Category 14 · Food-contact and nonfood-contact surface design/maintenance
1 observation(s)
Category 21 · Wiping cloths, linens and laundry facilities
1 observation(s)
Category 22 · Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
4 observation(s)
Category 23 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
2 observation(s)
Category 29 · Plumbing, mop sink, filters and backflow prevention
1 observation(s)
Category 31 · Handwash sinks, supplies and signage
1 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
3 observation(s)
Category 41 · Chemicals and toxic substances
1 observation(s)
Category 42 · Cleaning and maintenance equipment
1 observation(s)
Category 50 · Current license displayed
1 observation(s)
Category 51 · Other sanitary and safe-operation conditions
2 observation(s)
Category 53 · Food manager certification / employee training verification
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.