Geiger Key Fish Camp in Key West

Last inspected:

5 Geiger Rd., Key West, FL 33040
Overview

Geiger Key Fish Camp in Key West has accumulated 309 violations across 24 inspections since 2016, averaging 12.9 violations per inspection—significantly higher than Florida's statewide average of 5.2. Management awareness violations, employee health reporting failures, and food contact surface contamination have been recurring high-priority findings across multiple inspections. The facility has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $680 in fines. Most recent inspections show persistent patterns: a March 2, 2026 routine inspection found 24 violations including high-priority failures in handwashing facilities, employee health reporting, and shell stock requirements, resulting in a Warning Issued; an August 18, 2025 inspection documented 27 violations including management awareness lapses and improper time-as-control procedures. An April 7, 2025 inspection prompted an administrative complaint recommendation after 8 violations were found. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. Most recent inspection (March 2, 2026) was completed with a Warning Issued.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

25Inspections
316Violations
0Closures
$680in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Geiger Key Fish Camp in Key West: Comparison to Monroe County Averages

This Facility 12.6 violations / inspection 12.6 violations per inspection
Monroe County Avg 7.03 violations / inspection 7.03 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Monroe County Avg 0.08 closures / facility 0.08 county average

Geiger Key Fish Camp in Key West: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $680.00

Disciplinary action history for Geiger Key Fish Camp in Key West
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
1--2025043347 $400.00 Apr 7, 2025 Fort Lauderdale
1--2016010241 $280.00 Jan 25, 2016 Fort Lauderdale

Geiger Key Fish Camp in Key West: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)

— 2 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections32 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections23 violations · 19 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

— Complaint Full· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections17 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection15 violations · 12 high priority
— 4 inspections40 violations · 30 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection8 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections17 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Geiger Key Fish Camp in Key West: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Geiger Key Fish Camp in Key West last inspected?
Geiger Key Fish Camp in Key West was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 12, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
What are the most common violations at Geiger Key Fish Camp in Key West?
The most frequently cited violations at Geiger Key Fish Camp in Key West are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
How many health inspections has Geiger Key Fish Camp in Key West had?
Geiger Key Fish Camp in Key West has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 12.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Geiger Key Fish Camp in Key West find?
Geiger Key Fish Camp in Key West was most recently inspected on May 12, 2026 with 7 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
Has Geiger Key Fish Camp in Key West ever been shut down?
No, Geiger Key Fish Camp 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 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.
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 Geiger Key Fish Camp in Key West faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Geiger Key Fish Camp in Key West has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $680.00 in fines.
How much has Geiger Key Fish Camp in Key West been fined?
Geiger Key Fish Camp in Key West has been fined a total of $680.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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