Orchid Key Inn in Key West
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1004 Duval Street, Key West, FL 33040Orchid Key Inn in Key West has had 11 routine inspections since 2018, accumulating 30 violations—nearly six times the statewide average of 5.2 per inspection, averaging 2.7 violations per inspection. The facility has experienced no emergency closures. Violations have centered on handwashing procedures, which were cited in at least five inspections, along with recurring findings of improper chemical storage, consumer advisory issues, and allergen awareness gaps. The most recent inspection on July 16, 2025 documented six basic violations related to consumer advisory and chemical storage and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Orchid Key Inn in Key West: Comparison to Monroe County Averages
Orchid Key Inn in Key West: Full Inspection History — DBPR (12)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
Orchid Key Inn in Key West: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Orchid Key Inn in Key West last inspected?
- Orchid Key Inn in Key West was last inspected by Florida DBPR on June 9, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Orchid Key Inn in Key West?
- The most frequently cited violations at Orchid Key Inn in Key West are: Proper hand/arm washing, Allergen awareness, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Orchid Key Inn in Key West had?
- Orchid Key Inn in Key West has had 12 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.7 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Orchid Key Inn in Key West find?
- Orchid Key Inn in Key West was most recently inspected on June 9, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Orchid Key Inn in Key West ever been shut down?
- No, Orchid Key Inn in Key West has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V25 (Allergen awareness) mean?
- Violation 25 (Allergen awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/25.
- What does Florida violation V41 (Toilet facilities) mean?
- Violation 41 (Toilet facilities) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/41.
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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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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