PEPE'S CAFE
806 CAROLINE ST · KEY WEST · Monroe County · FL 33040
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
9 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 2
01A-09-4High Priority – Operator unable to verify source of shellstock. See stop sale. No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. See stop sale. Observed container of fresh raw oysters without tag inside reach in cooler at washing area.
08A-20-5High Priority – Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef patties inside reach cooler at washing area. Operator properly arranged products. **Corrected On-Site**
Intermediate 3
22-02-4Intermediate – Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can blade opener soiled at washing area.
31B-03-4Intermediate – No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at washing area.
01C-01-4Intermediate – No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. See stop sale. Observed container of fresh raw oysters without tag inside reach in cooler at washing area.
Basic 4
36-22-4Basic – Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water at cook line. Observed standing water at storage area.
10-18-5Basic – In-use utensil stored in sanitizer between uses. Observed at cook line. Operator removed the utensils. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4Basic – Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee water inside reach in cooler next to beverage station.
06-01-5Basic – Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed 2 bags of chicken breast (frozen) thawing at room temperature at storage area.
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on September 12, 2026 12:03 PM.
Violation category totals
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1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
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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.