Island Tiki Bar in Ramrod Key

27340 Overseas Hwy, Ramrod Key, FL 33042

Overview

Island Tiki Bar in Ramrod Key has accumulated 362 violations across 32 inspections since 2016, averaging 11.3 violations per inspection—more than double the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed but faces escalating enforcement pressure. High-priority violations for proper hand and arm washing, allergen awareness, and chemical storage have appeared repeatedly across recent inspections, with hand washing cited in at least 5 of the last 8 inspections and allergen awareness in at least 4. The most recent inspection on December 9, 2025 identified 21 violations and resulted in an administrative complaint being recommended—the most serious disposition short of emergency closure—citing failures in hand washing, allergen awareness, and chemical storage alongside intermediate and basic violations. A prior inspection on October 2, 2025 also yielded 21 violations and a warning, indicating sustained non-compliance. The facility received a formal disciplinary action totaling $320 in fines. A fire safety violation documented in October 2020 noted a propane tank larger than code-allowable capacity stored inside the building.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

32Inspections
362Violations
0Closures
1Fire
$320in Fines

Last inspected DBPR: December 9, 2025

Island Tiki Bar in Ramrod Key: Comparison to Monroe County Averages

This Facility 11.3 violations / inspection 11.3 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

Island Tiki Bar in Ramrod Key: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $320.00

Disciplinary action history for Island Tiki Bar in Ramrod Key
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
1--2015013413 $320.00 Mar 16, 2015 Fort Lauderdale

Island Tiki Bar in Ramrod Key: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. In Storage room

Island Tiki Bar in Ramrod Key: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)

— 3 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections35 violations · 27 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 3 inspections25 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 4 inspections32 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections25 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 1 inspection16 violations · 8 high priority

Island Tiki Bar in Ramrod Key: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Island Tiki Bar in Ramrod Key last inspected?
Island Tiki Bar in Ramrod Key was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 9, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
What are the most common violations at Island Tiki Bar in Ramrod Key?
The most frequently cited violations at Island Tiki Bar in Ramrod Key are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored.
How many health inspections has Island Tiki Bar in Ramrod Key had?
Island Tiki Bar in Ramrod Key has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 11.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Island Tiki Bar in Ramrod Key find?
Island Tiki Bar in Ramrod Key was most recently inspected on December 9, 2025 with 7 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
Has Island Tiki Bar in Ramrod Key ever been shut down?
No, Island Tiki Bar in Ramrod Key has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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 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 V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
Has Island Tiki Bar in Ramrod Key had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Island Tiki Bar in Ramrod Key has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Island Tiki Bar in Ramrod Key faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Island Tiki Bar in Ramrod Key has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $320.00 in fines.
How much has Island Tiki Bar in Ramrod Key been fined?
Island Tiki Bar in Ramrod Key has been fined a total of $320.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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