Havana in the Keys

105970 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo, FL 33037

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026

Score

High Risk

The health department has logged seven inspections at Havana in the Keys, the earliest from 2024. The most recent report on file is from Mar 17, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near six violations each time.

That's lower than the typical Key Largo restaurant, which scores around 69. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 17, 2026

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 9 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Nov 12, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Nov 4, 2025

Routine - Food

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

View 8 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Jun 25, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Jan 13, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.

View 10 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw tuna being stored above cooked pork inside reach in cooler at front counter. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

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.

11-27-4

Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Eric Laza. 09/05/2019 manager certificate.

53A-03-7

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked black beans not date marked inside reach in cooler at preparation area, as per employee from previous day. Also observed cooked potatoes, chicken gizzards, cooked ground beef at front counter not date marked. **Repeat Violation**

02C-02-5

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

22-02-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed serving plates and silverware not protected on cart at dining area.

25-06-4

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw steak (frozen) on a container at front counter, as per employee less than 1 hour. **Corrected On-Site**

06-01-5

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at front counter. **Repeat Violation**

21-12-4

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. Observed raw tuna still on ROP packages at front counter. **Corrected On-Site**

06-09-1

Jul 30, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.

View 10 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Jan 8, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Havana in the Keys last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Havana in the Keys on file is from Mar 17, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

How does Havana in the Keys compare to other restaurants in Key Largo?

Havana in the Keys most recently scored 32 out of 100, which is lower than the Key Largo average of 69.

Has Havana in the Keys' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Havana in the Keys have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Havana in the Keys 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 Havana in the Keys inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Havana in the Keys is inspected around three times per year on average.

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