Green Turtle Inn Islamorada in Islamorada
81219 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada, FL 33036
Green Turtle Inn in Islamorada has recorded 22 inspections between February 2023 and December 2025, accumulating 236 violations — an average of 10.7 violations per inspection, more than double the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been a persistent pattern, with employee health reporting violations cited in at least 7 inspections, approved food source violations in at least 5 inspections, and proper hand and arm washing violations in at least 2 inspections. The facility received one disciplinary action resulting in a $200 fine. A fire safety violation was documented in 2018 when an inspector observed a scorched electrical plug receptacle used for the waffle maker on the cook line. The most recent inspection on December 12, 2025 identified 15 violations including three high-priority water supply violations and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Last inspected DBPR: December 12, 2025
Green Turtle Inn Islamorada in Islamorada: Comparison to Monroe County Averages
This Facility
10.7
violations / inspection
10.7 violations per inspection
Monroe County Avg
7.04
violations / inspection
7.04 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Monroe County Avg
0.08
closures / facility
0.08 county average
Green Turtle Inn Islamorada in Islamorada: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2024015406 | $200.00 | Nov 15, 2023 | Tampa |
Green Turtle Inn Islamorada in Islamorada: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 47-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Observed scorched electrical plug receptacle used for waffle maker on cook line For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Green Turtle Inn Islamorada in Islamorada: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)
— 2 inspections11 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections16 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections21 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 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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— 3 inspections28 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections19 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections25 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 19 violations (15 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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Green Turtle Inn Islamorada in Islamorada: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Green Turtle Inn Islamorada in Islamorada last inspected?
- Green Turtle Inn Islamorada in Islamorada was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 12, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Green Turtle Inn Islamorada in Islamorada?
- The most frequently cited violations at Green Turtle Inn Islamorada in Islamorada are: Clean multi-use utensils, Proper cooling equipment, Approved food source.
- How many health inspections has Green Turtle Inn Islamorada in Islamorada had?
- Green Turtle Inn Islamorada in Islamorada has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Green Turtle Inn Islamorada in Islamorada find?
- Green Turtle Inn Islamorada in Islamorada was most recently inspected on December 12, 2025 with 5 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Green Turtle Inn Islamorada in Islamorada ever been shut down?
- No, Green Turtle Inn Islamorada in Islamorada has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V28 (Water supply) mean?
- Violation 28 (Water supply) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/28.
- 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 V33 (Proper cooling equipment) mean?
- Violation 33 (Proper cooling equipment) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/33.
- Has Green Turtle Inn Islamorada in Islamorada had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Green Turtle Inn Islamorada in Islamorada has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Green Turtle Inn Islamorada in Islamorada faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Green Turtle Inn Islamorada in Islamorada has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Green Turtle Inn Islamorada in Islamorada been fined?
- Green Turtle Inn Islamorada in Islamorada has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Green Turtle Inn Islamorada in Islamorada operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Green Turtle Inn Islamorada (2018).
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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