Starfish Kitchen
Last inspected: Apr 3, 2026
45
Score
Starfish Kitchen appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2025. The most recent visit was on Apr 3, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around nine violations each, up from closer to six violations before.
By comparison, the average Marathon facility scores 67, putting Starfish Kitchen on the weaker side. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
5
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 3, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-03: Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. **Admin Complaint**
29-34-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-03: Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. **Admin Complaint**
16-33-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-03: At callback inspection there is no written procedure for clean up of bodily fluids **Admin Complaint**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-03: No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Admin Complaint**
16-37-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Jerome, Kenneth **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-03: At callback inspection there is mo proof of food handler training for any employees including Jerome , Kenneth is no longer per employed here. **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-03: Callback inspection there is no proof that employees have been informed of their health reporting responsibilities **Admin Complaint**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-03: No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted **Time Extended**
51-13-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-03: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor in dry storage room **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-03: Food stored on floor in dry storage room **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
45
Jan 6, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
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Aug 21, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-21: **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-21: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-21: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-21: **Time Extended**
51-13-4
74
Aug 8, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Starfish Kitchen last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Starfish Kitchen on file is from Apr 3, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.
How does Starfish Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Marathon?
Starfish Kitchen most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Marathon average of 67.
Has Starfish Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Starfish Kitchen have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Starfish Kitchen 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.
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