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THE REEF CAFE

THE REEF CAFE has 5 health inspections on file for its BIG PINE KEY location, with an overall rating of 2.7/5. Recent inspections show improving food safety practices.

33000 Overseas Highway
Florida, 33043
Monroe County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★½☆☆ (2.7/5)
Based on 5 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

Inspection Date: 8/26/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10890671

  • 50-04-4:Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. Repeat Violation
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
  • 11-26-1:Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.

Inspection Date: 4/15/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10762637

  • 50-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-15: at call back inspection the MFDV has no license number affixed to the side of the unit **Time Extended**
  • 25-05-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Single-service articles, side order cups, improperly stored on the floor Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-15: **Time Extended**
  • 41-10-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical, bleach,degreaser , oven cleaner improperly stored on shelf above the triple sink. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-15: Observed bottles of cleaners , bleach oven cleaner, glass cleaner above triple sink on the shelf. Admin Complaint
  • 53B-01-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-15: No proof of food handler training at callback inspection. Admin Complaint

Inspection Date: 1/21/2025

  • 50-03-4:Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. Warning
  • 50-04-4:Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. Warning
  • 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service articles, side order cups, improperly stored on the floor Warning
  • 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical, bleach,degreaser , oven cleaner improperly stored on shelf above the triple sink. Warning
  • 27-24-5:Intermediate - Hot water at three-compartment sink does not reach 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Warning
  • 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Warning
  • 53B-01-5:Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning
  • 27-16-4:Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Warning

Inspection Date: 7/17/2024

  • N/A:No Violations Were Observed

Inspection Date: 7/11/2024

  • 14-74-7:Basic - Cold holding lift lid unit not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Unit is on but not cold holding @ 41 F or below Warning
  • 38-07-4:Basic - Lights in dry food storage area the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Warning
  • 51-13-4:Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Warning
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Warning
  • 29-34-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Warning
  • 27-06-4:Intermediate - No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Hot water at 83F Warning
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Warning
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Warning
  • 27-16-5:Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot Water is at 83 F Warning