The Juice House
Last inspected: Apr 16, 2026
90
Score
The Juice House has been inspected 15 times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Apr 16, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around seven violations each.
Looking across the full record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” is the recurring theme, flagged nine times.
Among Key Largo restaurants, the typical score is 69; The Juice House is comfortably above that bar. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Apr 16, 2026
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease accumulated on stove at kitchen area, also observed grease accumulated on fryer at cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-09: Still observed. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-16: Still observed. **Corrective Action Taken**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed behind dishwasher machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-09: Still observed. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-16: Still observed. **Corrective Action Taken**
36-27-5
90
Apr 9, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed not hot water at hand wash sink at front counter, hot water running for more than 7 minutes at 78F. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-09: Still observed no hot water on hand wash sink. Hot water running for 5 minutes at 79°F. **Time Extended**
27-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease accumulated on stove at kitchen area, also observed grease accumulated on fryer at cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-09: Still observed. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed behind dishwasher machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-09: Still observed. **Time Extended**
36-27-5
82
Apr 8, 2026
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
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High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 12 rodent droppings on top of dishwasher machine located next to cook line. Observed approximately 5 rodent droppings under dishwasher machine. Also observed approximately 8 rodent droppings by back door next to oven at kitchen area. **Warning**
35A-04-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed prepared ham and cheese sandwiches,Spanish omelet ,egg sandwich,pork sandwiches ham and cheese croissant and mini ham and cheese sandwiches not time marked at front counter, employee discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed prepared ham and cheese sandwiches,Spanish omelet ,egg sandwich,pork sandwiches ham and cheese croissant and mini ham and cheese sandwiches not time marked at front counter, employee discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03F-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ham croquettes (128F - Hot Holding); beef empanadas (127F - Hot Holding) at front counter, as per employee less than 2 hours. Employee increases temperature on unit. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed raw chicken and raw steak stored on soiled container at cook line. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. **Warning**
03F-10-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed not hot water at hand wash sink at front counter, hot water running for more than 7 minutes at 78°F. **Warning**
27-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed behind dishwasher machine. **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw pork(frozen) in standing water at kitchen area, employee moved to3 compartment sink and turned on water. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
06-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed on back door next to oven. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on oven handle, employee removed to dishwashing area. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed establishment selling fresh orange juice for self serving at front counter not labeled. Employee removed juices to reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
02D-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease accumulated on stove at kitchen area, also observed grease accumulated on fryer at cook line. **Warning**
23-03-4
26
Dec 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white cutting board soiled at reach in cooler across hand wash sink at kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-16: Still observed. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-24: Still observed. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-15: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at screen back door at kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-16: Still observed l **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-24: Still observed. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-15: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
86
Oct 24, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white cutting board soiled at reach in cooler across hand wash sink at kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-16: Still observed. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-24: Still observed. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed not training for Brenda, Anet, Yulenis, Sinahi, Amanda, Beatriz, Argemis, and William. As per employee establishment has been open since approximately 3 month ago. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-16: Observed not training for Brenda, Anet, Yulenis, Sinahi, Amanda, Beatriz, Argemis, and William. As per employee establishment has been open since approximately 3 month ago. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-24: **Time Extended**
53B-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-16: Still observed. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-24: Still observed. **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling with water damage at kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-16: Still observed. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-24: Still observed. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at screen back door at kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-16: Still observed l **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-24: Still observed. **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
70
Oct 16, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-16: Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). **Time Extended**
22-41-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Fried Pork Belly (77F - Hot Holding) at steam table at front counter. As per operator for less than 1 hour. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-16: Observed Fried Pork Belly (95F - Hot Holding) at steam table at front counter. As per operator for approximately 30 minutes, employee proceeded to reheat pork belly. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white cutting board soiled at reach in cooler across hand wash sink at kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-16: Still observed. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-16: **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed not training for Brenda, Anet, Yulenis, Sinahi, Amanda, Beatriz, Argemis, and William. As per employee establishment has been open since approximately 3 month ago. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-16: Observed not training for Brenda, Anet, Yulenis, Sinahi, Amanda, Beatriz, Argemis, and William. As per employee establishment has been open since approximately 3 month ago. **Time Extended**
53B-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on door at walk in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-16: Still observed soiled door handle. **Time Extended**
23-24-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-16: Still observed. **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling with water damage at kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-16: Still observed. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at screen back door at kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-16: Still observed l **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed at walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-16: Still observed. **Time Extended**
36-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed fry oil boxes stored on the floor at dry storage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-16: Still observed, operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored in undrained ice. Observed ice buildup covering raw meat case inside of walk in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-16: Still observed. **Time Extended**
08B-31-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside walk in freezer and on the floor. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-16: Still observed. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled inside walk jn cooler and walk in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-16: Still observed soiled gaskets. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled shelves at walk in cooler, also observed in all units throughout establishment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-16: Still observed. **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of single service napkins on the floor at storage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-16: Still observed, operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
32
Oct 15, 2025
Routine - Food
8 critical violations. 5 major violations. 16 minor violations.
View 29 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Fried Pork Belly (77F - Hot Holding) at steam table at front counter. As per operator for less than 1 hour. **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed prepared assorted sandwiches not properly protected at front counter. **Warning**
08B-02-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found Observed approximately 5 flies landing on top of sandwiches at front counter. Also observed approximately 2 dead flies next to egg sandwiches at front counter. **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-7
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork stored above cooked steak on shelves at walk in cooler. **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 30 ham and cheese sandwiches, 3 egg sandwiches, 20 breads, and 3 cookies with approximately 5 flies landing on top of sandwiches at front counter. Also observed approximately 2 dead flies next to egg sandwiches at front counter. Operator discarded sandwiches during inspection. **Warning**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Milk (46F - Cold Holding) at front counter, as per employee less than 1 hour. **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed not training for Brenda, Anet, Yulenis, Sinahi, Amanda, Beatriz, Argemis, and William. As per employee establishment has been open since approximately 3 month ago. **Warning**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser spray bottle not identified with common name under dishwashing machine at kitchen area. **Warning**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white cutting board soiled at reach in cooler across hand wash sink at kitchen area. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Juice packaged in the establishment that has not been specifically processed to prevent, reduce, or eliminate the presence of pathogens not bearing a warning label. Observed fresh orange juice package on to go cups with not labeled at front counter. **Warning**
02D-12-1
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled shelves at walk in cooler, also observed in all units throughout establishment. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of single service napkins on the floor at storage area. **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed butter toast stored uncovered on top of reach in cooler at front counter. **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on top of preparation table at front counter. **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on door at walk in freezer. **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at kitchen area. **Warning**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling with water damage at kitchen area. **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at screen back door at kitchen area. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed at walk in cooler. **Warning**
36-01-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed fry oil boxes stored on the floor at dry storage area. **Warning**
08B-47-4
Basic - Food stored in undrained ice. Observed ice buildup covering raw meat case inside of walk in freezer. **Warning**
08B-31-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside walk in freezer and on the floor. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed inside ice machine. **Warning**
10-08-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed underneath blue cutting board next to toasters at front counter. **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled on top of preparation table at kitchen area. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled inside walk jn cooler and walk in freezer. **Warning**
23-03-4
8
Jun 5, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food residues on hand wash sink at kitchen area. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked rice and cooked ground beef not dated on unit by dry storage, as per operator over 24 hours.
02C-02-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at kitchen area.
36-34-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at walk in freezer.
36-73-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on units at kitchen area.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed on units at kitchen area.
22-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed at kitchen area.
36-27-5
61
Mar 10, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
35
Jan 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed cooked pork (Chicharrones) not time marked at front counter, as per. Manager less than 2 hours. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty spatula inside HWS at kitchen area. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Provided form to operator.
03F-10-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beans,cooked pork,cooked ground beef not date marked inside reach in cooler by dry storage, as per employee from previous day. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed in all units at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed above dishwasher machine. **Repeat Violation**
36-36-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed inside walk in cooler.
36-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a food case stored on walk in freezer floor. Also observed raw oranges cases stored on floor by walk in freezer entrance, as per Manager they just received merchandise. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed on cooked beans inside drawers at cook line. **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spoons stored on standing water at 112° F at front counter next to coffee machine, employee discard water and replaced with a new one. 137° F. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease accumulation between equipment at cook line.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed on white reach in cooler by dry storage.
22-16-4
39
Oct 17, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pork (127F - Hot Holding); chicken soup (126F - Hot Holding) on warmer at kitchen area, as per chef less than 2 hours. Chef proceeded to reheat. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored above shredded cheese on drawers at cook line. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw steak stored above raw fish on drawers at cook line. Also observed raw chicken stored above raw ground beef inside walk in cooler.**Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food being stored on soiled container at walk in cooler. Also observed soiled lids on raw chicken and raw steak containers on reach in cooler unit at kitchen area.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee discarding dirty water on HWS at front counter.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed at kitchen area.
31B-05-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
02C-02-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on all units at kitchen area.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed by dishwasher area. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door.
35B-01-4
Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Observed both garbage dumpsters at the back of the establishment.
33-23-4
Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed at kitchen area.
36-68-5
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 on sugar container by walk in freezer entrance. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-01-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed back door open at the time of the inspection. Employee closed door. **Repeat Violation**
35B-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed on unit by expo area.
22-16-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed seasoning containers not covered at cook line. Also observed tray with pastries not covered inside walk in freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at cook line.
21-12-4
25
Mar 6, 2024
Complaint Full
7 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed ham and cheese sandwiches being stored on nonfood grade bags. **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken stored above unwashed vegetables on shelves inside walk in cooler. Operator rearranged properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed shredded beef (49F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler, as per Operator from previous day, Operator discarded . Also observed 3 cheese and salami sandwiches not time marked. At front counter, Operator discarded.**Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded beef (49F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler, as per Operator from previous day, Operator discarded. Also observed pooled eggs (46F - Cold Holding) at cook line, as per operator less than 2 hours, employee close lid and add ice underneath.**Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed 3 cheese and salami sandwiches not time marked. At front counter, Operator discarded. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03F-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese croquettes (126F - Hot Holding); stuffed potato (126F - Hot Holding) at front counter, as per Operator less than 3 hours. Operator proceeded to reheat food. Also observed fried rice (126F - Hot Holding); plantains (112F - Hot Holding); pulled pork (123F - Hot Holding) in steam table. fried rice (168F - Reheating); plantains (165F - Reheating); pulled pork (167F - Reheating) **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine +200ppm); at front counter, Operator add water to diluted.Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm) **Warning**
41-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled white cutting board at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork, cooked steak and cooked ground beef not dated insider reach in cooler at back area. Also cooked pasta and pico de gallo not date marked inside reach in cooler at kitchen area **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed above dishwasher machine. **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-34-5
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 in sugar container on preparation area. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
10-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in unit across HWS in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed back door open, as per Operator they keep the door open most of the time, Operator closed the door during inspection. **Warning**
35B-03-4
Basic - Sanitizing solution for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil. Observed at cook line, employee discarded. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-11-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed empanadas containers not covered inside walk in freezer. **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen. **Warning**
36-27-5
19
Jan 3, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 14 minor violations.
View 20 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm); Dishwasher (Chlorine 100ppm). **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed cook changing gloves and no hand wash.inspector instructed employee during inspection.
12A-07-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed scrambled eggs (157F - Cooking) at reach in cooler in kitchen area. As per Manager lees than 2 hours, employee closed unit and add ice bags during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beans (124F - Hot Holding); white rice (119F) in warmer at kitchen area, as per Manager less than 2 hours. Manager increased temperature during inspection. white rice (166F - Reheating); beans (167F - Reheating) **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled white cutting board at kitchen area. Observed soiled slicer at kitchen area.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked yuca not dated in reach in cooler at the back of the kitchen, as per Manager over 24 hours. Manager dated during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
16-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed above dishwasher machine.
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing empanadas at the front counter.
13-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed pickles container stored on floor at the front counter, employee rearranged properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at kitchen area, employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
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 in sugar container, Manager stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at kitchen area.
21-04-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed at kitchen area.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled equipment at kitchen area, also observed grease accumulation on fryers at kitchen area. Also observed soiled gaskets in all units at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled interior at reach in cooler at kitchen area. Also soiled interior of white refrigerator at the back of the kitchen.
22-16-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
21-09-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container at the front counter not identified, also at the juice preparation station.
02D-01-5
22
Jul 18, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 20 minor violations.
View 28 violations
High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands.
12A-27-4
High Priority - Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.
22-12-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked pork (56F - Cold Holding) in walk in cooler, as per Manager since yesterday, Manager discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed cooked pork (56F - Cold Holding) in walk in cooler, as per Manager since yesterday, Manager discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked chicken,beef and pork not date marked, as per Manager over 24 hours, Manager dated during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-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 form during inspection.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed peroxide spray bottle not identified.
41-17-4
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. Provided form during inspection.
11-26-1
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed in all units at the establishment.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed damage ceiling tile and water marks in some ceiling tiles in kitchen area.
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed green cutting board in kitchen area.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drink on sandwich preparation table. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal items in sandwich preparation table,employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed under cooler near hand wash sink in kitchen area.
36-22-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed sauce container stored on floor inside walk in cooler. Manager rearranged properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spoons in standing water at 87° F next to coffee machine, employee discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed in kitchen area.
21-04-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
14-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled fryers and under flat grill.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in cooler near dry storage area.
22-16-4
Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair - Observed broken screen in back door.
35B-09-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in unit near hand wash sink in kitchen area.
29-49-6
Basic - Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in dry food storage area. Observed in cooler (not working) used as a dry storage.
38-05-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed at the front counter, also in kitchen area.
21-09-4
14
Nov 3, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at the front counter hot box empanadas (127F - Hot Holding). Per operator less than than hour. Operator increased the hot box temperature. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the cutting broad of the front counter reach in cooler and the kitchen reach in cooler soiled with food stains Observed the lid of the food containers of rice soiled Observed the interior of the oven soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a scoop inside the front counter hand wash sink The scoop was removed. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed carbon dioxide tank at the front counter soda center not adequate secured **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing on top of the dishwashing machine.
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles by the walk in freezer in disrepair **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at the front counter area.
36-17-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed potatoes stored on the floor of the walk in cooler
08B-47-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. **Repeat Violation**
33-19-4
Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. **Repeat Violation**
33-23-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
14-73-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in the kitchen reach in cooler.
29-49-6
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed the sugar container by the coffee machine without name label
02D-01-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Juice House last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Juice House on file is from Apr 16, 2026. The public record contains 15 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Juice House?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited nine times, more than any other issue at The Juice House.
How does The Juice House compare to other restaurants in Key Largo?
The Juice House most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Key Largo average of 69.
Has The Juice House's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Juice House have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at The Juice 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 The Juice House inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Juice House is inspected around four times per year on average.
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