Dragon & Rooster in Key West
626 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040
Dragon & Rooster has accumulated 155 violations across 18 inspections dating back to 2016, averaging 8.6 violations per inspection—significantly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been documented consistently throughout the record, particularly employee health policy violations (cited in at least 4 inspections), improper hand and arm washing (appearing in 5 inspections), and food contact surface violations (cited in 6 inspections). A fire safety violation was documented on March 25, 2016 for use of cooking equipment producing grease-laden vapors with no hood suppression system installed. The facility received one disciplinary action resulting in a $500 fine. Despite the violation frequency, no emergency closures have been issued. A brief escalation occurred in May 2023 when the facility received two consecutive call backs with admin complaint recommendations for employee health reporting violations within three days. The most recent inspection on December 3, 2025 found 3 basic violations related to food contact surfaces and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Last inspected DBPR: December 3, 2025
Dragon & Rooster in Key West: Comparison to Monroe County Averages
Dragon & Rooster in Key West: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $500.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2016028175 | $500.00 | Jun 14, 2016 | Tampa |
Dragon & Rooster in Key West: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 3 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Warning Issued
Dragon & Rooster in Key West: Full Inspection History — DBPR (18)
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections29 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 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· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 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
— 2 inspections19 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections24 violations · 17 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Dragon & Rooster in Key West: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Dragon & Rooster in Key West last inspected?
- Dragon & Rooster in Key West was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 3, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Dragon & Rooster in Key West?
- The most frequently cited violations at Dragon & Rooster in Key West are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Dragon & Rooster in Key West had?
- Dragon & Rooster in Key West has had 18 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Dragon & Rooster in Key West find?
- Dragon & Rooster in Key West was most recently inspected on December 3, 2025 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Dragon & Rooster in Key West ever been shut down?
- No, Dragon & Rooster in Key West has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- Has Dragon & Rooster in Key West had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Dragon & Rooster in Key West has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Dragon & Rooster in Key West faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Dragon & Rooster in Key West has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $500.00 in fines.
- How much has Dragon & Rooster in Key West been fined?
- Dragon & Rooster in Key West has been fined a total of $500.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Dragon & Rooster in Key West operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Loveatbistro (2016-2016), Gyro Masters (2016).
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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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