Dune
Last inspected: Feb 18, 2026
47
Score
Across the available record, Dune has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent visit was on Feb 18, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near five violations each time.
“Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
The city-wide average sits at 57, which Dune's 47 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 18, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker at mop sink splitter.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white cutting board soiled at pantry area.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at bar hand washing sink.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at bar hand washing sink.
31B-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled behind dish machine.
36-27-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at white cutting boards at cook line.
14-09-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at RIC by kitchen entrance.
05-09-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at bar hand washing sink.
31B-04-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at unit across from cook line.
29-49-6
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed thawing tuna in container with water at kitchen entrance.
06-01-5
47
Feb 7, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line, operator discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on top of reach in cooler at cook line.
21-12-4
90
Jul 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
78
Feb 27, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
16-62-1
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. At bar.
27-16-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. By dish and side door by salad station.
35B-01-4
78
Dec 18, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at bar area.
31B-02-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in boiled egg container and goat cheese. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
29-49-6
78
Jun 27, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Canned beverages stored in ice bin used for beverages. Employee removed beverage from ice. See Stop sale
08B-56-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One flying insect observed in prep area.
35A-02-6
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Three containers of house made hummus date marked 6/19 exceeded 7 days after preparation. Also, house made key lime dressing date marked 6/16 exceeded 7 days after preparation See stop sale
02C-01-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Three containers of house made hummus date marked 6/19 exceeded 7 days after preparation. Also, house made key lime dressing date marked 6/16 exceeded 7 days after preparation. Stop Sale
01B-24-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice chute in ice machine at front service area soiled. Also, cutting boards leaning against wall in prep area soiled/ stained.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Tuna crude served raw not identified as raw on menu. Operator stated he will print new menus in July**Warning** **Warning**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink in bar area. Operator replenished paper towels **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand wash sink in bar area. Also, no soap at hand wash sink in warewashing area. Operator replenished soaps at both hand wash sinks.. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Multiple clean pans and containers still have old labels stuck to them **Repeat Violation**
16-46-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in bottom of reach-in cooler in kitchen across from grill area. **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6
33
Nov 15, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed establishment offers raw tuna not identified as raw product.
02B-01-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed dish wrack stored on hand sink at hand sink in ware washing area.
31A-09-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-33-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
29-49-6
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Dune last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Dune on file is from Feb 18, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Dune?
Across the inspection record, “standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Dune.
How does Dune compare to other restaurants in Key Biscayne?
Dune most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Key Biscayne average of 57.
Has Dune's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Dune have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Dune 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 Dune inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Dune is inspected around two times per year on average.
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