Cafe Largo
Last inspected: Mar 9, 2026
100
Score
Across the available record, Cafe Largo has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent visit was on Mar 9, 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 pattern that stands out is “bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food”, which has been cited three times.
The city-wide average for Key Largo sits at 69, putting Cafe Largo on the better side of that line. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Mar 9, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 12, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging **Warning**
03G-50-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked chicken and homemade tomato sauce not date marked, as per operator over 24 hours in reach in cooler at cook line. **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Operator cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed on sugar container at kitchen area, operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed personal food items inside reach in freezer by door entrance. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-49-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on clean containers at walk in cooler. **Warning**
16-46-4
67
Mar 31, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observe red peppers sauce (41F - Cold Holding); homemade sauce (41F - Cold Holding) on walk in cooler shelves dated on 03/11. Operator discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observe red peppers sauce (41F - Cold Holding); homemade sauce (41F - Cold Holding) on walk in cooler shelves dated on 03/11. Operator discarded during inspection. Also Observe marsala sauce (51F - Cold Holding); meat balls and sauce (52F - Cold Holding) on standing unit at kitchen area, as per operator from last night. Operator discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observe marsala sauce (51F - Cold Holding); meat balls and sauce (52F - Cold Holding) on standing unit at kitchen area, as per operator from last night. Operator discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observe on cooked rice container at cook line, employee removed during inspection. Also observe Ob sugar and baking soda containers at preparation area, employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
61
Dec 2, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
74
Apr 26, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 27, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-05-5
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed inside reach in cooler near back door. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed on top of oven, Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-45-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at preparation area.
21-12-4
78
Jul 25, 2023
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided form during inspection.
11-27-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available.
16-37-1
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. Provided form during inspection.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-14-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser spray bottle not identified at the bar area.
41-17-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Operator print it out during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
50-09-4
Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture.
29-09-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses.
10-12-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
10-20-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed food containers not covered inside walk-in cooler, employee covered during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw pork (frozen) in rack, employee moved to walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
06-01-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall next to back door.
36-27-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in cooked rice container, employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cafe Largo last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cafe Largo on file is from Mar 9, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cafe Largo?
Across the inspection record, “bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Cafe Largo.
How does Cafe Largo compare to other restaurants in Key Largo?
Cafe Largo most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Key Largo average of 69.
Has Cafe Largo's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cafe Largo have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Cafe Largo 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 Cafe Largo inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Cafe Largo is inspected around three times per year on average.
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