Reel Catch in Islamorada
80001 Overseas Hgwy, Islamorada, FL 33036
Reel Catch in Islamorada has accumulated 313 violations across 35 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.9 per visit. The restaurant has received one disciplinary action resulting in $320 in fines. Consumer advisory violations are the most frequently cited issue, followed by problems with food contact surfaces and multi-use utensil sanitation. Recent inspections from late 2025 show continued compliance challenges with warnings issued in December and a follow-up inspection required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Last inspected DBPR: December 23, 2025
Reel Catch in Islamorada: Comparison to Monroe County Averages
This Facility
8.9
violations / inspection
8.9 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
Reel Catch in Islamorada: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $320.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2021020127 | $320.00 | Feb 19, 2021 | Fort Lauderdale |
Reel Catch in Islamorada: Full Inspection History — DBPR (35)
— 3 inspections17 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 4 inspections26 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections26 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 3 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— 7 inspections41 violations · 26 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 4 inspections35 violations · 26 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (12 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Reel Catch in Islamorada: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Reel Catch in Islamorada last inspected?
- Reel Catch in Islamorada was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 23, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Reel Catch in Islamorada?
- The most frequently cited violations at Reel Catch in Islamorada are: Consumer advisory, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper sewage disposal.
- How many health inspections has Reel Catch in Islamorada had?
- Reel Catch in Islamorada has had 35 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Reel Catch in Islamorada find?
- Reel Catch in Islamorada was most recently inspected on December 23, 2025 with 3 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Reel Catch in Islamorada ever been shut down?
- No, Reel Catch in Islamorada has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?
- Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
- What does Florida violation V51 (Premises clean) mean?
- Violation 51 (Premises clean) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/51.
- Has Reel Catch in Islamorada faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Reel Catch in Islamorada has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $320.00 in fines.
- How much has Reel Catch in Islamorada been fined?
- Reel Catch in Islamorada has been fined a total of $320.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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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