Grand Cafe Key West in Key West
314 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040
Grand Cafe Key West has accumulated 432 violations across 30 inspections since 2016, averaging 14.4 per visit. The facility was shut down once for rodent activity. Recent enforcement shows an active pattern: inspectors issued a warning in July 2025, then returned in November 2025 with consecutive daily inspections resulting in recommendations for administrative complaint and emergency order. Top recurring violations involve ventilation, consumer advisories, and food contact surfaces.
Most recent closure: November 12, 2025 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Last inspected DBPR: November 13, 2025
Grand Cafe Key West in Key West: Comparison to Monroe County Averages
This Facility
14.4
violations / inspection
14.4 violations per inspection
Monroe County Avg
7.04
violations / inspection
7.04 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Monroe County Avg
0.08
closures / facility
0.08 county average
Grand Cafe Key West in Key West: Emergency Closure History (1)
Grand Cafe Key West in Key West: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2025082674 | $400.00 | Nov 12, 2025 | Miami (Doral) |
Grand Cafe Key West in Key West: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 5 inspections44 violations · 32 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections17 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections33 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections37 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 24 violations (15 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections24 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections36 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Grand Cafe Key West in Key West: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Grand Cafe Key West in Key West last inspected?
- Grand Cafe Key West in Key West was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 13, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- When was Grand Cafe Key West in Key West last shut down?
- Grand Cafe Key West in Key West was last shut down on November 12, 2025 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Grand Cafe Key West in Key West?
- The most frequently cited violations at Grand Cafe Key West in Key West are: Proper ventilation, Employee health reporting, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Grand Cafe Key West in Key West had?
- Grand Cafe Key West in Key West has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 14.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Grand Cafe Key West in Key West find?
- Grand Cafe Key West in Key West was most recently inspected on November 13, 2025 with 4 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- Has Grand Cafe Key West in Key West ever been shut down?
- Yes, Grand Cafe Key West in Key West has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V35 (Single-use items) mean?
- Violation 35 (Single-use items) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/35.
- Has Grand Cafe Key West in Key West faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Grand Cafe Key West in Key West has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Grand Cafe Key West in Key West been fined?
- Grand Cafe Key West in Key West has been fined a total of $400.00 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.
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