Sister Noodle House
Last inspected: Jan 27, 2026
58
Score
Across the available record, Sister Noodle House has five inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent report on file is from Jan 27, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around 16 violations to closer to nine violations per visit.
“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
By comparison, the average Key West facility scores 74, putting Sister Noodle House on the weaker side. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 27, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed sodas nozzles soiled located in the lobby, slicer guard soiled, can opener blade soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee training for Hua He Lee expired on 12/05/2025
53B-14-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled under equipments
36-73-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In the kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven door. Operator removed them **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., observed under prep table soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler/freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed prep cooler soiled, reach in freezer soiled
22-16-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
58
Aug 12, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed cleaning sponge stored inside hand wash sink in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser unlabeled inside kitchen. Operator labeled bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. **Repeat Violation**
16-23-4
Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean pots stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed pots from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
24-26-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards on reach in coolers inside kitchen.
14-09-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken floor tiles in front of Walk in cooler.
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil plastic containers stored under cook line on kitchen floor. Operator removed containers from floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle touching flour inside container in front of Walk in cooler. Operator stored scoop with handle up. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-01-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand washing station by deep fryers. Operator provided sign. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed inside reach in coolers by and in front of cook line. **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking at hand wash sinks located by DM and at front counter.
29-11-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour container unlabeled on shelf by Walk in cooler. Operator lane container. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
45
Dec 11, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 14 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken above beef in the reach in freezer . No items were commercially packaged. Employee inverted the food items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed scrubbing tool inside the hand sink at the kitchen. Employee moved it. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing at the kitchen station. Employee restocked the station. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink.
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed dirty cutting board.
22-02-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil plastic container on the kitchen floor. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
10-17-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.
10-01-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Owner posted it one immediately. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed accumulation of water at the bottom of the cooler.
29-49-6
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelving. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
21-38-4
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Observed some lime scale inside dishwasher machine.
16-23-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic trays used to dispense food. Employee discarded them. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee water on prep table. Employee moved it. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
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Aug 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 11 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
33
Feb 7, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Walk in cooler: raw chicken stored above sauces. Discussed with the operator and pro the form for the proper storage of food. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed a dented can of Bamboo shoots store on a stele in the kitchen. Operator removed the dented can from the shelf and placed it at the front counter. **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-01-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards and the can opener blade.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By the cook line. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. By the walk in cooler.
22-20-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Most stand up reach in coolers.
23-24-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. By the restrooms. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Kitchen, prep area: employees cutting raw chicken without hair restraints. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. By the walk in cooler: bag of rice stored on the floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Oven door in the kitchen. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Prep table in front of the slicer. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Kitchen, condiment area: spoons. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler in front of the cook line.
29-49-6
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. By the dishwasher: water leaking from the spray hose faucet.
29-11-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sister Noodle House last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sister Noodle House on file is from Jan 27, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sister Noodle House?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Sister Noodle House.
How does Sister Noodle House compare to other restaurants in Key West?
Sister Noodle House most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Key West average of 74.
Has Sister Noodle House's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Sister Noodle House have averaged around nine violations per visit, down from roughly 16 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Sister Noodle House means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Sister Noodle House inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sister Noodle House is inspected around two times per year on average.
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