Conch Republic Seafood Co

631 Greene St, Key West, FL 33040

Seafood

Last inspected: Mar 3, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Conch Republic Seafood Co has six inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 3, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around nine violations to closer to four violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

Compared to the broader Key West restaurant scene, where the average is 74, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 3, 2026

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Basic - Ceiling vent at cook line soiled with debris.

36-34-5

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler fan cover at raw bar in disrepair, leaving fan exposed.

14-11-5

Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed chlorine sanitizer at 0ppm. Employee took solution to replenish with chlorine solution. **Corrective Action Taken**

21-07-4

Dec 18, 2024

Complaint Full

4 minor violations.

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

22-20-5

Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.

16-03-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed standing reach in cooler gaskets torn, located at preparation area.

14-11-5

Basic - Ice buildup walk-in freezer.

14-69-4

Aug 28, 2024

Complaint Full

3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 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. **Corrected On-Site**

11-27-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Frozen drink nozzle is soiled **Corrected On-Site**

22-02-4

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.

11-26-1

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

22-20-5

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. **Corrected On-Site**

14-01-5

May 21, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.

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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw steak stored above raw lobster tails inside drawers at cook line. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-20-5

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

22-02-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at cook line.

21-12-4

Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed at cook line. **Corrected On-Site**

21-38-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal bags on cans rack at dry storage area. **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed condensed milk plastic bucket stored on floor at dry storage area. Also a sauce plastic bucket on walk in cooler floor. Manager stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed next to oyster reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**

10-08-5

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil on standing water at 110° at cook line.

10-07-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed on units at cook line.

22-16-4

Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed soiled hood filters.

36-50-4

Dec 14, 2022

Complaint Full

5 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Hood filter are soiled.

36-50-4

Basic - Insect control device installed over stored pots area.

35B-02-4

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. @Raw bar area

36-24-5

Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Near dish machine

36-11-4

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

22-20-5

Jul 8, 2022

Complaint Full

4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.

View 11 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. In kitchen

29-34-4

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Clams @50 in reach in cooler . Put on ice to cool rapidly **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Ice contaminated with debris.

01B-03-5

Intermediate - Wash solution in three-compartment sink less than 110 degrees Fahrenheit. Triple sink at bar glasswash is 98F

16-52-4

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.

10-08-5

Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. In kitchen area

35B-02-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soda holder clogged .

23-03-4

Basic - Open dumpster lid.

33-16-4

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walk in cooler wall is soiled.

36-27-5

Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.

36-03-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Conch Republic Seafood Co last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Conch Republic Seafood Co on file is from Mar 3, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Conch Republic Seafood Co?

Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Conch Republic Seafood Co.

How does Conch Republic Seafood Co compare to other restaurants in Key West?

Conch Republic Seafood Co most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Key West average of 74.

Has Conch Republic Seafood Co's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Conch Republic Seafood Co have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Conch Republic Seafood Co 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 Conch Republic Seafood Co inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Conch Republic Seafood Co is inspected around two times per year on average.

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