Chicken Walk

3841 N Roosevelt Blvd, Key West, FL 33040

Other

Last inspected: Jan 12, 2026

Score

High Risk

The health department has logged six inspections at Chicken Walk, the earliest from 2023. On Jan 12, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around three violations to closer to six violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

That's lower than the typical Key West restaurant, which scores around 74. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 12, 2026

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 8 minor violations.

View 11 violations

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the bar.The chef brought soap. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-03-4

Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed tuna taco on the menu. As per the chef the tuna is seared. The chef put an asterisk next to the item on the menus. **Corrected On-Site**

02B-01-5

Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.

16-62-1

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

22-20-5

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.

51-11-4

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed some ice buckets not inverted. The chef inverted them. **Corrected On-Site**

24-05-4

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed by the soda dispenser.q

36-22-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the bar.

31B-04-4

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed a mold like substance next to and behind the hand washing sink.

36-27-5

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a plastic container with flour. The chef labeled it. **Corrected On-Site**

02D-01-5

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in a container of flour. The chef removed it. **Corrected On-Site**

14-01-5

Aug 5, 2025

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.

10-20-4

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in used utensils in standing water at 100 °F. Operator reheated at 135°F or above. **Corrected On-Site**

10-07-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hand sink solied, located next to three compartment sink.

23-03-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.

42-01-4

Apr 2, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed chemical spray bottle with not label it, at the bar station.

41-17-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil container on kitchen floor, operator properly stored it. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Under the hand sink near to dishwasher machine.

36-24-5

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.

31B-04-4

Dec 11, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled.

22-02-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphone on top of the prep table

40-06-5

Apr 23, 2024

Routine - Food

5 minor violations.

View 5 violations

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

22-16-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.

14-33-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.

14-11-5

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in cooler(cook line).

14-69-4

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door. **Corrected On-Site**

10-20-4

Jan 30, 2023

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.

51-11-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chicken Walk last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chicken Walk on file is from Jan 12, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Chicken Walk?

Across the inspection record, “carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Chicken Walk.

How does Chicken Walk compare to other restaurants in Key West?

Chicken Walk most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Key West average of 74.

Has Chicken Walk's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Chicken Walk have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Chicken Walk means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Chicken Walk inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Chicken Walk is inspected around two times per year on average.

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