Heron House

512 Simonton St, Key West, FL 33040

American

Last inspected: Jul 22, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Heron House five times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent report on file is from Jul 22, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Key West restaurant scores 74. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jul 22, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Mar 10, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Jan 9, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. No chlorine test kit available. - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: No chlorine test kit available at callback inspection. **Time Extended**

16-32-5

Sep 29, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 major violations.

View 5 violations

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle of chlorox next to coffee cups in drink serving area. Employee moved spray bottle to underneath kitchen sink. **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Items in reach-in cooler next to breakfast serving area: ham (47F - Cold Holding); egg (48F - Cold Holding). Employee stated items were at proper temperature three hours prior to temperature being taken and door had been open and closed quite a bit setting up breakfast. Employee moved items to reach-in freezer to reduce temperature to 41F and turned down temperature in reach-in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No proof of employee training. **Warning**

53B-01-5

Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. No chlorine test kit available.

16-32-5

Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. No proof of certification for food manager. **Warning**

53A-07-6

Feb 21, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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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 inspection.Manager printed out and posted. **Corrected On-Site**

11-27-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Heron House last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Heron House on file is from Jul 22, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Heron House compare to other restaurants in Key West?

Heron House most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Key West average of 74.

Has Heron House's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Heron House have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Heron House 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 Heron House inspected?

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

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