Cafe Sole in Key West
1029 Southard St, Key West, FL 330407144
Cafe Sole in Key West averaged 11.2 violations per inspection across 19 inspections since 2021, more than double the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced emergency closures but has been subject to two administrative complaint recommendations, in 2023 and 2022. High-priority violations were recurrent across the record, including handwashing procedures (cited in at least 5 inspections), chemical storage violations (6 inspections), proper cooking temperatures (3 inspections), food contact surface violations (4 inspections), and consumer advisory failures (6 inspections). A disciplinary action resulted in a $200 fine. The most recent inspection on February 18, 2026 was a complaint-driven investigation that documented 33 violations, including 4 high-priority findings related to management awareness, shell stock requirements, food contact surfaces, and consumer advisory, and was completed with no further action.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Last inspected DBPR: February 18, 2026
Cafe Sole in Key West: Comparison to Monroe County Averages
Cafe Sole in Key West: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2022019031 | $200.00 | Mar 8, 2022 | Miami (Doral) |
Cafe Sole in Key West: Full Inspection History — DBPR (19)
— 1 inspection11 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection11 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections28 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Cafe Sole in Key West: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Cafe Sole in Key West last inspected?
- Cafe Sole in Key West was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 18, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Cafe Sole in Key West?
- The most frequently cited violations at Cafe Sole in Key West are: Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Cafe Sole in Key West had?
- Cafe Sole in Key West has had 19 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 11.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Cafe Sole in Key West find?
- Cafe Sole in Key West was most recently inspected on February 18, 2026 with 19 violation(s), including 4 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Cafe Sole in Key West ever been shut down?
- No, Cafe Sole in Key West has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- 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 V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- Has Cafe Sole in Key West faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Cafe Sole in Key West has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Cafe Sole in Key West been fined?
- Cafe Sole 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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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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