Twisted Shrimp in Islamorada
Last inspected:
87745 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada, FL 33036Twisted Shrimp in Islamorada has accumulated 159 violations across 26 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.1 per visit. The facility has not been shut down but shows a pattern of repeated compliance issues, with warnings issued in 2023 and 2024 followed by callback inspections. Fire safety records document one violation: a propane tank larger than code limits stored inside the building in 2019. The restaurant's most frequently cited violations involve improper handling of multi-use utensils, sewage disposal, and missing consumer advisories.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Twisted Shrimp in Islamorada: Comparison to Monroe County Averages
This Facility
6
violations / inspection
6 violations per inspection
Monroe County Avg
6.97
violations / inspection
6.97 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Monroe County Avg
0.09
closures / facility
0.09 county average
Twisted Shrimp in Islamorada: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Storage area
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.
Twisted Shrimp in Islamorada: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections29 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections33 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections19 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection4 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Twisted Shrimp in Islamorada: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Twisted Shrimp in Islamorada last inspected?
- Twisted Shrimp in Islamorada was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 7, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
- What are the most common violations at Twisted Shrimp in Islamorada?
- The most frequently cited violations at Twisted Shrimp in Islamorada are: Clean multi-use utensils, Proper sewage disposal, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Twisted Shrimp in Islamorada had?
- Twisted Shrimp in Islamorada has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Twisted Shrimp in Islamorada find?
- Twisted Shrimp in Islamorada was most recently inspected on August 7, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
- Has Twisted Shrimp in Islamorada ever been shut down?
- No, Twisted Shrimp in Islamorada has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V09 (No contamination) mean?
- Violation 09 (No contamination) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/09.
- What does Florida violation V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?
- Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.
- 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.
- Has Twisted Shrimp in Islamorada had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Twisted Shrimp 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).
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.
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