Matt's Stock Island Kitchen and Bar

7001 Shrimp Rd, Key West, FL 33040

American

Last inspected: Jan 12, 2026

Score

High Risk

Public records show five inspections at Matt's Stock Island Kitchen and Bar stretching back to 2023. The most recent report on file is from Jan 12, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around 11 violations per visit lately, up from roughly four violations before.

Across the inspection history, “no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Compared to other Key West restaurants (averaging 74), there's room to close the gap. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 12, 2026

Routine - Food

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

View 11 violations

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Sep 15, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Mar 25, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Discussed with the Oyster Advisory. Operator posted the sign. **Corrected On-Site**

02A-01-5

Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed on the menu, establishment offers yellowfin tuna tartare, beef carpaccio, raw oysters, and seafood tower ( raw oysters, ceviche, tuna tartare), and eggs any style. Operator marked all items on each menu during the inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

02B-01-5

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Servers station. Provided the hand washing sign to the operator. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

31B-04-4

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Door frame.

14-69-4

Apr 23, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Walk in cooler: raw shell eggs stored above cooked macaroni and cheese. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Drink station: tea container blocking the hand sink. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Drink station. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-03-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Servers station.

31B-04-4

Apr 25, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

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

22-02-4

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.

13-03-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food storage, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee back packs stored on dry storage area on racks above food storage.

40-06-5

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pots and pans not inverted.

24-05-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Matt's Stock Island Kitchen and Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Matt's Stock Island Kitchen and Bar on file is from Jan 12, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Matt's Stock Island Kitchen and Bar?

Across the inspection record, “no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Matt's Stock Island Kitchen and Bar.

How does Matt's Stock Island Kitchen and Bar compare to other restaurants in Key West?

Matt's Stock Island Kitchen and Bar most recently scored 33 out of 100, which is lower than the Key West average of 74.

Has Matt's Stock Island Kitchen and Bar's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Matt's Stock Island Kitchen and Bar have averaged around 11 violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Matt's Stock Island Kitchen and Bar 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 Matt's Stock Island Kitchen and Bar inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Matt's Stock Island Kitchen and Bar is inspected around two times per year on average.

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