White Tarpon / Bel Mare in Key West

700 Front St #104, Key West, FL 33040

Overview

White Tarpon / Bel Mare in Key West has 25 inspections on record dating back several years, averaging 11.9 violations per inspection—more than double Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. However, the violation record reflects persistent systemic issues: employee health policy violations appeared in at least 3 inspections, proper cooking temperature violations in at least 4 inspections, and management awareness concerns in multiple inspections. A December 2023 inspection prompted a warning and an extension pending call back for employee health reporting violations. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $160 in fines. The most recent inspection on November 12, 2025 identified six violations including three consumer advisory issues and was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

25Inspections
297Violations
0Closures
$160in Fines

Last inspected DBPR: November 12, 2025

White Tarpon / Bel Mare in Key West: Comparison to Monroe County Averages

This Facility 11.9 violations / inspection 11.9 violations per inspection
Monroe County Avg 7.04 violations / inspection 7.04 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Monroe County Avg 0.08 closures / facility 0.08 county average

White Tarpon / Bel Mare in Key West: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $160.00

Disciplinary action history for White Tarpon / Bel Mare in Key West
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
1--2019017639 $160.00 Feb 25, 2019 Miami (Doral)

White Tarpon / Bel Mare in Key West: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)

— 4 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 3 inspections16 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections24 violations · 16 high priority
— 1 inspection2 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— 5 inspections48 violations · 35 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 14 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections26 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection14 violations · 10 high priority

White Tarpon / Bel Mare in Key West: Frequently Asked Questions

When was White Tarpon / Bel Mare in Key West last inspected?
White Tarpon / Bel Mare in Key West was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 12, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at White Tarpon / Bel Mare in Key West?
The most frequently cited violations at White Tarpon / Bel Mare in Key West are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
How many health inspections has White Tarpon / Bel Mare in Key West had?
White Tarpon / Bel Mare in Key West has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 11.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of White Tarpon / Bel Mare in Key West find?
White Tarpon / Bel Mare in Key West was most recently inspected on November 12, 2025 with 2 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has White Tarpon / Bel Mare in Key West ever been shut down?
No, White Tarpon / Bel Mare in Key West has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
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.
Has White Tarpon / Bel Mare in Key West faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, White Tarpon / Bel Mare in Key West has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
How much has White Tarpon / Bel Mare in Key West been fined?
White Tarpon / Bel Mare in Key West has been fined a total of $160.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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