Chicos Cantina of Key West in Key West
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5230 Us Hwy 1, Key West, FL 33040Chicos Cantina of Key West has been inspected 16 times between June 2021 and August 2025, accumulating 170 violations—an average of 10.6 per inspection, more than double Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced emergency closures. High-priority violations have appeared repeatedly across inspections, including employee health reporting violations in 8 of the last 6 inspections, proper hand and arm washing violations in 7 inspections, and consumer advisory violations in 6 inspections. Other recurring high-priority findings include chemical storage, food contact surface sanitation, and proper cooking temperatures. A fire safety violation was documented on November 15, 2016, noting electrical wiring in disrepair and a missing cover plate for a light. On May 16, 2023, a Warning was issued after the facility accumulated 10 violations including management awareness, toxic substance control, and employee health reporting violations. On May 31, 2023, an administrative complaint was recommended following employee health reporting violations. The most recent inspection on August 13, 2025 documented 21 violations (3 high-priority, 1 intermediate, 7 basic) and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Chicos Cantina of Key West in Key West: Comparison to Monroe County Averages
Chicos Cantina of Key West in Key West: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 47-03-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Chicos Cantina of Key West in Key West: Full Inspection History — DBPR (17)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections22 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections21 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection10 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Chicos Cantina of Key West in Key West: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Chicos Cantina of Key West in Key West last inspected?
- Chicos Cantina of Key West in Key West was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 8, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Chicos Cantina of Key West in Key West?
- The most frequently cited violations at Chicos Cantina of Key West in Key West are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Chicos Cantina of Key West in Key West had?
- Chicos Cantina of Key West in Key West has had 17 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Chicos Cantina of Key West in Key West find?
- Chicos Cantina of Key West in Key West was most recently inspected on April 8, 2026 with 7 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Chicos Cantina of Key West in Key West ever been shut down?
- No, Chicos Cantina of Key West in Key West has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- 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 V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- Has Chicos Cantina of Key West in Key West had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Chicos Cantina of Key West in Key West 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).
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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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