Chef Michael's in Islamorada
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81671 Old Highway, Islamorada, FL 33036Chef Michael's in Islamorada has 24 inspections on record since 2016, averaging 6.7 violations per inspection—nearly 30 percent above the statewide average of 5.2. Handwashing violations appear across at least 5 recent inspections and represent the most consistent finding pattern. High-priority handwashing facility and proper hand-washing violations were cited in the October 2025 inspection, the December 2023 inspection which prompted a Warning Issued disposition, and multiple intervening inspections. The facility has never been emergency-closed and has no disciplinary actions on record. A gas water heater in an enclosed work space without proper venting was documented in a 2015 fire safety violation. The most recent inspection on October 10, 2025 was completed with no further action required, finding 12 violations including three high-priority handwashing facility citations.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Chef Michael's in Islamorada: Comparison to Monroe County Averages
Chef Michael's in Islamorada: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-03-4 · Warning Issued
Chef Michael's in Islamorada: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 1 inspection2 violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections8 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 2 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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— 3 inspections21 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Chef Michael's in Islamorada: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Chef Michael's in Islamorada last inspected?
- Chef Michael's in Islamorada was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 16, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Chef Michael's in Islamorada?
- The most frequently cited violations at Chef Michael's in Islamorada are: Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing, Proper sewage disposal.
- How many health inspections has Chef Michael's in Islamorada had?
- Chef Michael's in Islamorada has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Chef Michael's in Islamorada find?
- Chef Michael's in Islamorada was most recently inspected on April 16, 2026 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Chef Michael's in Islamorada ever been shut down?
- No, Chef Michael's in Islamorada has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- What does Florida violation V35 (Single-use items) mean?
- Violation 35 (Single-use items) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/35.
- Has Chef Michael's in Islamorada had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Chef Michael's in Islamorada has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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