Bruschetta Francesca in Key West
112 Fitzpatrick Street, Key West, FL 33040
Bruschetta Francesca operates as a permanent food service establishment with 66 seats in Key West. The facility has recorded 26 inspections spanning from 2022 to August 2025, with 241 total violations averaging 9.3 per inspection—nearly double the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced emergency closures. One disciplinary action resulted in a $200 fine.
High-priority violations have been a persistent pattern across the inspection history. Handwashing and hand-arm washing violations appeared in inspections dated August 2025, June 2025, April 2025, February 2023, and June 2022. Proper cooking temperature violations were cited in August 2025, April 2025, February 2023, and December 2023. Employee health reporting violations appeared in April 2025, December 2023, and February 2023. Chemical storage violations were documented in December 2023, December 2012, February 2023, and June 2022. In December 2023, an administrative complaint was recommended following inspection findings of management awareness failures, toxic substance control issues, improper chemical storage, and improper time as a control measure for potentially hazardous foods.
The most recent inspection on August 12, 2025 documented 18 violations including six high-priority citations for handwashing procedures, cooking temperatures, and correct food handling procedures. The inspection was completed with no further action, though the volume and nature of violations documented—particularly recurring failures in foundational food safety practices—indicate ongoing compliance challenges at the facility.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Last inspected DBPR: August 12, 2025
Bruschetta Francesca in Key West: Comparison to Monroe County Averages
Bruschetta Francesca in Key West: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2019018871 | $200.00 | Feb 27, 2019 | Orlando |
Bruschetta Francesca in Key West: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 3 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 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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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections23 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections35 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative Complaint Time Extension
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative Complaint Time Extension
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— Routine - Food· 19 violations (13 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 4 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— 3 inspections33 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 18 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection10 violations · 6 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Bruschetta Francesca in Key West: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Bruschetta Francesca in Key West last inspected?
- Bruschetta Francesca in Key West was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 12, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Bruschetta Francesca in Key West?
- The most frequently cited violations at Bruschetta Francesca in Key West are: Clean multi-use utensils, Proper cooling equipment, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Bruschetta Francesca in Key West had?
- Bruschetta Francesca in Key West has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Bruschetta Francesca in Key West find?
- Bruschetta Francesca in Key West was most recently inspected on August 12, 2025 with 6 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Bruschetta Francesca in Key West ever been shut down?
- No, Bruschetta Francesca in Key West has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- What does Florida violation V27 (Correct procedures) mean?
- Violation 27 (Correct procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/27.
- Has Bruschetta Francesca in Key West faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Bruschetta Francesca in Key West has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Bruschetta Francesca in Key West been fined?
- Bruschetta Francesca in Key West has been fined a total of $200.00 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).
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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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