Martin's
Last inspected: Feb 11, 2026
39
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at Martin's, the earliest from 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 11, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around seven violations per visit lately, up from roughly four violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “establishment has no written procedures for employees”, which has been cited three times.
By comparison, the average Key West facility scores 74, putting Martin's on the weaker side. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
9
Inspections
4
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 11, 2026
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 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 thawed completely inside reduced oxygen packaging inside walk in cooler.
01B-13-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed can of WD-40 stored next to microwave. Operator removed can. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed faucet at mop sink missing vacuum breaker with hose attached.
29-42-4
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towels lining container of arugula across from cook line.
14-86-1
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 operator with handout via email. Operator printed and posted sign. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed establishment vacuum packaging raw chicken and raw beef, holding longer than 48 hours. Provided operator with HACCP templates.
03G-50-1
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 thawed completely inside reduced oxygen packaging inside walk in cooler.
06-09-1
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator with handout via email. Operator printed and posted sign. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
51-13-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at cook line.
23-03-4
39
Aug 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed breaded beef (46F - Cold Holding) at cook line.
03A-02-5
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 to operator via email.
11-27-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pans not inverted at cook line.
24-05-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator via email.
51-13-4
70
Apr 2, 2025
Routine - Food
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled throughout reach in coolers at kitchen.
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at reach in cooler by cook line.
05-09-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates not inverted at rack by cook line.
24-05-4
Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed by dishwasher.
24-06-4
70
Aug 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser unlabeled in ware washing area. Operator labeled bottle. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Basic - Walk in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed inside kitchen. Operator removed bucket from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed spray bottle with butter unlabeled inside kitchen. Operator labeled bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
78
Jun 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-26: Still observed accumulation of black/green mold like substance. **Time Extended**
22-20-5
95
Apr 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored above sliced cheese in drawers at cook line. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser spray bottle not identified. **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
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 - 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.
53B-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed at cook line.
21-09-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
55
Jun 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
58
Mar 27, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs above sauerkraut. Operator placed raw shell eggs at the bottom. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired Oct 2022. Operator made the payment during the inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
50-17-3
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.a gree cutting board no longer cleanable. Operator discarded it. **Corrected On-Site**
14-09-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed a pair of tongs stored on the garbage can. Operator removed it and washed it. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed a container with flour that did not have a lid. Operator removed the flour from container. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
61
Jul 20, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse temperature at manifold exceeds 194 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed DM high temperature goes to 200 f. - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-20: At callback the hot water sanitizing dish machine thermometer is reading 195F, checking a cup of hot water temp after sanitizing my thermometer reads 161 . The hot water heater is set to 140F, manager will try to dial down water heater to 120. **Time Extended**
22-59-4
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Martin's last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Martin's on file is from Feb 11, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Martin's?
Across the inspection record, “establishment has no written procedures for employees” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Martin's.
How does Martin's compare to other restaurants in Key West?
Martin's most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the Key West average of 74.
Has Martin's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Martin's have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Martin's 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 Martin's inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Martin's is inspected around three times per year on average.
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