Hogfish Bar and Grill in Key West
6810 Front St, Key West, FL 33040
Hogfish Bar and Grill in Key West has been inspected 28 times on record, accumulating 310 violations—an average of 11.1 per inspection, more than double the statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed on March 8, 2022 for roach and fly activity. Hand washing violations have been cited in every inspection from 2022 through 2026, appearing at least 12 times across the record. Employee health reporting violations were documented in 5 of the last 6 inspections, indicating a persistent management failure to enforce sick worker policies. The facility also received one formal disciplinary action resulting in $400 in fines. The most recent inspection on March 2, 2026 documented 12 violations including three separate hand washing citations and found improper employee health reporting; the inspection was completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: March 8, 2022 for roach & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Last inspected DBPR: March 2, 2026
Hogfish Bar and Grill in Key West: Comparison to Monroe County Averages
Hogfish Bar and Grill in Key West: Emergency Closure History (1)
Hogfish Bar and Grill in Key West: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2022011180 | $400.00 | Mar 8, 2022 | Fort Lauderdale |
Hogfish Bar and Grill in Key West: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 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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— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections25 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 3 inspections25 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 6 inspections32 violations · 19 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections25 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections24 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections23 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Hogfish Bar and Grill in Key West: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Hogfish Bar and Grill in Key West last inspected?
- Hogfish Bar and Grill in Key West was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 2, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Hogfish Bar and Grill in Key West last shut down?
- Hogfish Bar and Grill in Key West was last shut down on March 8, 2022 for roach & fly 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 Hogfish Bar and Grill in Key West?
- The most frequently cited violations at Hogfish Bar and Grill in Key West are: Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Hogfish Bar and Grill in Key West had?
- Hogfish Bar and Grill in Key West has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 11.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Hogfish Bar and Grill in Key West find?
- Hogfish Bar and Grill in Key West was most recently inspected on March 2, 2026 with 5 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Hogfish Bar and Grill in Key West ever been shut down?
- Yes, Hogfish Bar and Grill in Key West has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 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 V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- Has Hogfish Bar and Grill in Key West faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Hogfish Bar and Grill in Key West has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Hogfish Bar and Grill in Key West been fined?
- Hogfish Bar and Grill 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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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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