Buzzards Roost Grill & Pub in Key Largo

21 Garden Cove Dr, Key Largo, FL 330375005

Overview

Buzzards Roost Grill & Pub in Key Largo averaged 9.6 violations per inspection across 24 inspections since 2021, nearly double the Florida statewide average of 5.2 per inspection. Employee health and handwashing violations were cited in nearly every inspection, appearing repeatedly as high-priority findings: employee health reporting was documented in 7 of the most recent 8 inspections, and proper hand/arm washing violations appeared in 6 of those same 8. The facility received one disciplinary action resulting in a $200 fine. The most recent inspection on January 20, 2026 documented 24 violations including three high-priority findings for employee health reporting, chemical storage, and toxic substance control, but was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

24Inspections
230Violations
0Closures
$200in Fines

Last inspected DBPR: January 20, 2026

Buzzards Roost Grill & Pub in Key Largo: Comparison to Monroe County Averages

This Facility 9.6 violations / inspection 9.6 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

Buzzards Roost Grill & Pub in Key Largo: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $200.00

Disciplinary action history for Buzzards Roost Grill & Pub in Key Largo
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
1--2017038613 $200.00 Jul 14, 2017 Miami (Doral)

Buzzards Roost Grill & Pub in Key Largo: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)

— 1 inspection8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections15 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections13 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection11 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection4 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections20 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections11 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 7 inspections58 violations · 42 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 17 violations (12 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Buzzards Roost Grill & Pub in Key Largo: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Buzzards Roost Grill & Pub in Key Largo last inspected?
Buzzards Roost Grill & Pub in Key Largo was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 20, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Buzzards Roost Grill & Pub in Key Largo?
The most frequently cited violations at Buzzards Roost Grill & Pub in Key Largo are: Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored, Food contact surfaces.
How many health inspections has Buzzards Roost Grill & Pub in Key Largo had?
Buzzards Roost Grill & Pub in Key Largo has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Buzzards Roost Grill & Pub in Key Largo find?
Buzzards Roost Grill & Pub in Key Largo was most recently inspected on January 20, 2026 with 12 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Buzzards Roost Grill & Pub in Key Largo ever been shut down?
No, Buzzards Roost Grill & Pub in Key Largo has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
Has Buzzards Roost Grill & Pub in Key Largo faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Buzzards Roost Grill & Pub in Key Largo has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
How much has Buzzards Roost Grill & Pub in Key Largo been fined?
Buzzards Roost Grill & Pub in Key Largo has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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