Main Kitchen and Tropicado & Perla in Key West
430 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040
Main Kitchen and Tropicado & Perla in Key West has been emergency-closed once for roach activity. Across 24 inspections since 2023, the facility accumulated 211 violations, averaging 8.8 per inspection—nearly 70% higher than the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been persistent, including handwashing and hand hygiene failures cited in multiple inspections, management awareness deficiencies appearing in at least 4 separate inspections, and consumer advisory violations (primarily related to raw or undercooked seafood disclosures) documented repeatedly across 2025 inspections alone. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. The most recent inspection on November 12, 2025 documented 30 violations including three high-priority findings for management awareness, time as control, and consumer advisory, with the inspection completed and no further action required. A callback inspection on July 17, 2025 found three consumer advisory violations and was noted as complied.
Most recent closure: January 1, 1970 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Last inspected DBPR: November 12, 2025
Main Kitchen and Tropicado & Perla in Key West: Comparison to Monroe County Averages
Main Kitchen and Tropicado & Perla in Key West: Emergency Closure History (1)
| Date | Reason | Reopened |
|---|---|---|
| N/A | Roach activity | 08:15:00 |
Main Kitchen and Tropicado & Perla in Key West: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2017032657 | $400.00 | Jul 5, 2017 | Miami (Doral) |
Main Kitchen and Tropicado & Perla in Key West: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 5 inspections26 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections24 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections31 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Main Kitchen and Tropicado & Perla in Key West: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Main Kitchen and Tropicado & Perla in Key West last inspected?
- Main Kitchen and Tropicado & Perla in Key West was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 12, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Main Kitchen and Tropicado & Perla in Key West last shut down?
- Main Kitchen and Tropicado & Perla in Key West was last shut down on January 1, 1970 for roach 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 Main Kitchen and Tropicado & Perla in Key West?
- The most frequently cited violations at Main Kitchen and Tropicado & Perla in Key West are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Main Kitchen and Tropicado & Perla in Key West had?
- Main Kitchen and Tropicado & Perla in Key West has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Main Kitchen and Tropicado & Perla in Key West find?
- Main Kitchen and Tropicado & Perla in Key West was most recently inspected on November 12, 2025 with 10 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Main Kitchen and Tropicado & Perla in Key West ever been shut down?
- Yes, Main Kitchen and Tropicado & Perla 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 V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- Has Main Kitchen and Tropicado & Perla in Key West faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Main Kitchen and Tropicado & Perla in Key West has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Main Kitchen and Tropicado & Perla in Key West been fined?
- Main Kitchen and Tropicado & Perla 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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