Islamorada — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Islamorada, Florida has 79 food establishments with 1,390 inspections on record. 1 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 96.8%, above the state average of 86%. Inspections average 7.1 violations per visit.

Most recent closure: Meat Eatery and Taproom in Islamorada, shut down April 8, 2026 for roach & rodent activity.

Largest fine: $160 assessed to Canoe Club in Islamorada on March 25, 2026.

Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.

79Facilities
1,390Total Inspections
1Closures 2026
96.8%Pass Rate
7.1Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
Meat Eatery and Taproom 38 453 1
Lorelei of Islamorada 28 273 1
Hungry Tarpon Restaurant 37 471 0
Marker 88 35 426 0
Great Wall Taki Outi 30 425 0

Islamorada Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Islamorada 96.8% Pass Rate 96.8%
Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%
Islamorada 7.1 Avg Violations / Inspection 7.1
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Islamorada 1.27 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.27
Florida Average 1.38 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.38

Islamorada Restaurants: Recent Closures (1)

DateBusinessReason
Meat Eatery and Taproom Roach & rodent activity

Islamorada Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Habanos Ocean Front 7 (3 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Islamorada Wine Co 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Kaiyo 11 (4 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Mangrove Mikes Cafe 8 (2 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Atlantic’s Edge 9 (5 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Hideaway at the Cove 3 Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Islamorada Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

CodeViolationCitations
22 Consumer advisory 11,305
31 Clean multi-use utensils 11,169
29 Proper sewage disposal 8,929
08 Proper hand/arm washing 8,761
14 Food contact surfaces 7,343

Islamorada Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

35Actions on Record
$9,475Total Fines
$279Avg Fine
$1,120Largest Fine
23Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Mar 25, 2026 Canoe Club $160 1--2026011914

Islamorada Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

30Fire Violations
18Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Fire extinguisher in red zone 12
Propane tank stored inside building 8
Other fire safety violation 7
Exit blocked or locked 2
Missing boiler certificate/report 1

Islamorada Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records

In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Islamorada has 18 FDACS-regulated facilities with 24 inspections on record and 7 stop-sale orders issued.

18Retail Facilities
24FDACS Inspections
7Stop-Sale Orders
7Orders in 2026

Islamorada FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders

A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.

DateFacilityProductReason
Islamorada-gas-grocery-LLC-387873 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Islamorada-gas-grocery-LLC-387873 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Islamorada-gas-grocery-LLC-387873 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Islamorada-gas-grocery-LLC-387873 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling
Islamorada-gas-grocery-LLC-387873 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling
Islamorada-gas-grocery-LLC-387873 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements
Islamorada-gas-grocery-LLC-387873 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Protection From Contamination: Food…

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Islamorada FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

CodeViolationCitations
2-501.11 Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when 9
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair 6
6-501.12 Physical facilities not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean, or cleaning 4
6-301.14 Sign or poster notifying food employees to wash their hands not provided at all 4
6-202.15 Outer opening not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or 3

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Islamorada: Notable Restaurants

Meat Eatery and Taproom

Islamorada · Most Closures

38 inspections 453 violations 1 closures

Lorelei of Islamorada

Islamorada · Most Closures

28 inspections 273 violations 1 closures

Hungry Tarpon Restaurant

Islamorada · Most Inspected

37 inspections 471 violations

Swordfish Grill at Budnmarys

Islamorada · Most Inspected

35 inspections 180 violations

Islamorada Wine Co

Islamorada · Recently Inspected

15 inspections 32 violations

Habanos Ocean Front

Islamorada · Recently Inspected

26 inspections 316 violations

Islamorada: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Sushi Sake 1 227 0
Subway 1 74 0
Starbucks 1 77 0
Wendys 1 84 0

Islamorada Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Islamorada?
Islamorada, Florida has 79 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Islamorada?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Islamorada is 96.8%. The Florida state average is 86%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Islamorada this year?
1 food establishments in Islamorada have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
What are the most common health violations in Islamorada?
The most frequently cited violations in Islamorada are: Consumer advisory, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper sewage disposal.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Islamorada?
Sushi Sake has the most locations in Islamorada with 1 establishments.
What was the most recent restaurant closure in Islamorada?
Meat Eatery and Taproom in Islamorada was shut down on April 8, 2026 for roach & rodent activity.
How does Islamorada compare to the Florida state average?
Islamorada has a pass rate of 96.8%, which is 10.8 percentage points above the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 7.1 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in Islamorada?
Food establishments in Islamorada have an average of 17.6 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Islamorada been assessed?
Food establishments in Islamorada have been assessed $9,475 in fines across 35 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $279 and the largest single fine was $1,120.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Islamorada restaurants?
30 fire safety violations have been documented across 18 food establishments in Islamorada. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Islamorada inspected?
Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Islamorada, Florida has 18 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 24 inspections on record.
How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Islamorada?
FDACS has issued 7 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Islamorada, including 7 in 2026. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.

In the News Islamorada

Islamorada Restaurants & Food Establishments (79)

Habanos Tapas and Bar

73814 OVERSEAS HWY, Islamorada

5 inspections · 21 violations · Last: Dec 2025

Islamorada Pizza Company

84341 OVERSEAS HWY, Islamorada

3 inspections · 10 violations · Last: Dec 2025

Islamorada Fishing Club

104 MADEIRA RD, Islamorada

2 inspections · 8 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Island Sweet's FDACS Retail

81101 OVERSEAS OFC HWY, Islamorada

FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor

Islamorada Gas & Grocery LLC FDACS Retail

74052 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice

Vw Publix 1495 FDACS Retail

83268 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada

FDACS Retail Food · Vended Water

Weird Trees FDACS Retail

80925 Overseas Hwy Unit 4, Islamorada

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF

World Wide Sportsman FDACS Retail

81576 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with Perishables

Key Lime Pie Lady FDACS Retail

102 Preston ST, Islamorada

FDACS Retail Food · Wholesale Bakery

Martinis Fine Wine & Spirits FDACS Retail

81650 OVERSEAS HWY, Islamorada

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF

Cao Bakery & Cafe FDACS Retail

81620 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada

FDACS Retail Food · Retail Bakery w/FS

Cupacabana FDACS Retail

151 MORADA WAY, Islamorada

FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor

Slighty Above Average LLC FDACS Retail

82758 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada

FDACS Retail Food · Retail Bakery w/FS

Trading Post FDACS Retail

HWY #1 M M 81 1/2, Islamorada

FDACS Retail Food · Grocery Store < 15,000 sq ft

T-shirt City/sunglass City INC. FDACS Retail

81917 OVERSEAS HWY, Islamorada

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF

Rain Barrel Gift FDACS Retail

86700 OVERSEAS HWY, Islamorada

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF

Name: Dreamy Vibes Coffee FDACS Retail

Address: 81927 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada

FDACS Retail Food · Type: Mobile Vendor

F-ing Bagels FDACS Retail

80925 Overseas Hwy Unit #5, Islamorada

FDACS Retail Food · Other Perishable Processing

Islamarina FDACS Retail

85290 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store/Prepackaged/No Food Service