Buccaneer Island Beach Grill

35 Ocean Reef Dr Ste 200, Key Largo, FL 33037

Seafood

Last inspected: Apr 21, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show seven inspections at Buccaneer Island Beach Grill stretching back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 21, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation”, showing up two times.

Among Key Largo restaurants, the typical score is 69; Buccaneer Island Beach Grill is comfortably above that bar. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 21, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed establishment serving raw grouper and shrimp ceviche not identified on the menu as a raw item.

02B-01-5

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled reach in freezer interior. Employee cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

22-16-4

Dec 11, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser spray bottle not identified, operator labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on clean plastic containers by dishwashing area.

16-46-4

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed on drawers reach in cooler.

29-49-6

May 6, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Reach-in freezer interior have accumulation of soil residues.

22-16-4

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observe on reach in cooler across grill.

29-49-6

Jan 23, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw chicken breast (45F - Cold Holding) on drawers at cook line, as per Chef less than 2 hours, Chef add ice bags to cool down temperature. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observe on Parmesan cheese container, Chef removed spoon from container. **Corrected On-Site**

10-01-5

Mar 18, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

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Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Aug 23, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

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Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Washing Fruits and Vegetables

FL-42

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Nov 29, 2022

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Operator removed the tuna from the package

06-09-1

Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.

14-42-4

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Operator removed the stickers **Corrected On-Site**

16-46-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Buccaneer Island Beach Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Buccaneer Island Beach Grill on file is from Apr 21, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Buccaneer Island Beach Grill?

Across the inspection record, “reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Buccaneer Island Beach Grill.

How does Buccaneer Island Beach Grill compare to other restaurants in Key Largo?

Buccaneer Island Beach Grill most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Key Largo average of 69.

Has Buccaneer Island Beach Grill's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Buccaneer Island Beach Grill have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Buccaneer Island Beach Grill means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Buccaneer Island Beach Grill inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Buccaneer Island Beach Grill is inspected around two times per year on average.

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