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FERNANDEZ THE BULL KEY LARGO

101429 OVERSEAS HIGHWAY #104 · KEY LARGO · Monroe County · FL 33037

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateJanuary 3, 2024
Inspection typeRoutine – Food
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionWarning Issued
Resultfollow_up_required
Inspection number3375469
Visit number1
Inspection Visit ID8448962
DBPR license5428389

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
6 High Priority5 Intermediate8 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical19 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

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

High Priority 6

#9High Priority22-41-4

High Priority – Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Manager set up 3 compartment sink during inspection. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#10High Priority01B-07-4

High Priority – Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed raw cut onions container with mold-like growth in drawers at cook line. Employee discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-SiteStop Sale
#11High Priority41-05-4

High Priority – Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed raid spray container at dishwasher area. Manager discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#12High Priority08A-05-6

High Priority – Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored above cooked steak in drawers at cook line, employee stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#13High Priority01B-02-5

High Priority – Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed rice and beans (54F – Cold Holding) at walk in cooler. As per employee since yesterday. Employee discarded food during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-SiteStop Sale
#14High Priority03A-02-5

High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw steak (58F – Cold Holding) in standing water at preparation sink. As per employee less than 2 hours. Employee drain water and moved to walk-in cooler during inspection. Also observed rice and beans (54F – Cold Holding) at walk in cooler. As per employee since yesterday. Employee discarded food during inspection **Corrective Action Taken**

Corrective Action Taken

Intermediate 5

#15Intermediate11-27-4

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. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#16Intermediate31A-11-4

Intermediate – Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ice and soda residues inside HWS at front counter. Also observed a container inside HWS next to preparation table.

#17Intermediate53A-05-6

Intermediate – 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/

#18Intermediate53B-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: Dayami C. Jean Pier P. have been working more than 60 days.

#19Intermediate11-26-1

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. Provided form during inspection. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation

Basic 8

#1Basic32-04-4

Basic – Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at woman bathroom.

#2Basic21-04-4

Basic – In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at the front counter,

#3Basic22-08-4

Basic – Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed at the front counter.

#4Basic06-01-5

Basic – Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw steak (58F – Cold Holding) in standing water at preparation sink. As per employee less than 2 hours. Employee drain water and moved to walk-in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**

Corrective Action Taken
#5Basic42-01-4

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

#6Basic21-09-4

Basic – Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed at the front counter next to warmer, **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#7Basic21-38-4

Basic – Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed at the front counter. Employee rearranged properly. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#8Basic02D-01-5

Basic – Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container not identified next to coffee machine at the front counter.

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on October 16, 2026 12:03 PM.

Violation category totals
Category 1 · Approved food source
2 observation(s)
Category 2 · Original container, labeling, date marking and consumer advisory
1 observation(s)
Category 3 · Time/temperature control for safety food
1 observation(s)
Category 6 · Proper thawing of TCS food
1 observation(s)
Category 8 · Food protection and cross-contamination
1 observation(s)
Category 11 · Employee health knowledge / ill employees
2 observation(s)
Category 21 · Wiping cloths, linens and laundry facilities
3 observation(s)
Category 22 · Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
2 observation(s)
Category 31 · Handwash sinks, supplies and signage
1 observation(s)
Category 32 · Bathrooms
1 observation(s)
Category 41 · Chemicals and toxic substances
1 observation(s)
Category 42 · Cleaning and maintenance equipment
1 observation(s)
Category 53 · Food manager certification / employee training verification
2 observation(s)

Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.