Buttonwood Grill in Key Largo
Last inspected:
45 Garden Cove Dr, Key Largo, FL 33037Shipwreck in Key Largo has been inspected 25 times since 2022, documenting 332 violations for an average of 13.3 per inspection — more than double the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been cited in 18 of 25 inspections, with recurring findings including employee health policy violations (7 inspections), chemical storage violations (9 inspections), consumer advisory violations (19 inspections), and handwashing violations (4 inspections). The facility received one disciplinary action resulting in a $400 fine. The most recent inspection on December 30, 2025 identified 27 violations including three high-priority findings — management awareness, parasite destruction, and consumer advisory — and resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation, the highest escalation short of closure.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Buttonwood Grill in Key Largo: Comparison to Monroe County Averages
Buttonwood Grill in Key Largo: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2017045287 | $400.00 | Aug 9, 2017 | Fort Lauderdale |
Buttonwood Grill in Key Largo: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 3 inspections19 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections20 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections22 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 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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— 2 inspections22 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections40 violations · 27 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 1 inspection13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections43 violations · 26 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Buttonwood Grill in Key Largo: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Buttonwood Grill in Key Largo last inspected?
- Buttonwood Grill in Key Largo was last inspected by Florida DBPR on June 22, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Extension given, pending.
- What are the most common violations at Buttonwood Grill in Key Largo?
- The most frequently cited violations at Buttonwood Grill in Key Largo are: Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Buttonwood Grill in Key Largo had?
- Buttonwood Grill in Key Largo has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 12.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Buttonwood Grill in Key Largo find?
- Buttonwood Grill in Key Largo was most recently inspected on June 22, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Extension given, pending.
- Has Buttonwood Grill in Key Largo ever been shut down?
- No, Buttonwood Grill in Key Largo has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 Buttonwood Grill in Key Largo faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Buttonwood Grill in Key Largo has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Buttonwood Grill in Key Largo been fined?
- Buttonwood Grill in Key Largo has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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