Toasted Coconut / Republica

3820 N Roosevelt Blvd, Key West, FL 33040

Asian / Fusion

Last inspected: Jul 29, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Across the available record, Toasted Coconut / Republica has four inspections on file, the first dated 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Jul 29, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near six violations each time.

When inspectors have written things up, “reach-in cooler interior has accumulation of soil residues” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Restaurants in Key West average 74, so Toasted Coconut / Republica trails the local norm. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jul 29, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Dec 11, 2024

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

22-20-5

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.

16-21-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior has accumulation of soil residues, located at cooking line.

22-16-4

Apr 23, 2024

Routine - Food

4 major violations. 5 minor violations.

View 9 violations

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. Discussed with operator and provided email handout. **Repeat Violation**

11-27-4

Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed establishment used smoke salmon in some food items.

02B-01-5

Intermediate - Observed no paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink, located at republica bar.

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Observed no soap provided at handwash sink, located at republica bar.

31B-03-4

Basic - Observed reach -in freezer interior have accumulation of soil residues, located at cooking line.

22-16-4

Basic - Observed wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, throughout the kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**

36-27-5

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed kitchen utensil in plastic container with water at 67°F. Discussed and coached employee in proper methods. Employee discarded water and wash utensil. **Corrected On-Site**

10-07-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.

23-03-4

Basic - Observed cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable, located at the cooking line.

14-09-4

Mar 27, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 12 violations

High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed food containers being washed inside dishmachine without detergent / cleaning agent. Manager brought the detergent and installed it. **Corrected On-Site**

22-45-4

High Priority - Shell eggs not immediately placed in refrigeration maintaining an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less upon receipt. Observed shell eggs left on the top of one refrigerator unit at ambient temperature of 72 f for approximately 2 hrs. Employee placed the eggs inside refrigeration unit . **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-23-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the bar hand sink. Station was restocked with soap. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-03-4

Intermediate - Original container of toxic substance or chemical does not bear the manufacturer's label. Observed at the Republica bar and lounge area.

41-21-4

Intermediate - Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Probe thermometer was calibrated using ice water until reaching 32 F.

05-06-4

Intermediate - Employee applied hand antiseptic in place of washing hands as required. Employee using hand sanitizer instead of washing his hands with soap.

12A-01-4

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. Info was sent to the manager. **Corrected On-Site**

11-27-4

Intermediate - Expired chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed expired chlorine test kit since 2020. **Repeat Violation**

16-37-1

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside reach in freezer located inside the storage. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Coconut kitchen .

36-27-5

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 commercially packaged fish already thawed inside the sealed bag. Employee was instructed to open all the bags. **Corrective Action Taken**

06-09-1

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Toasted Coconut / Republica last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Toasted Coconut / Republica on file is from Jul 29, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Toasted Coconut / Republica?

Across the inspection record, “reach-in cooler interior has accumulation of soil residues” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Toasted Coconut / Republica.

How does Toasted Coconut / Republica compare to other restaurants in Key West?

Toasted Coconut / Republica most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Key West average of 74.

Has Toasted Coconut / Republica's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Toasted Coconut / Republica have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Toasted Coconut / Republica 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 Toasted Coconut / Republica inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Toasted Coconut / Republica is inspected around two times per year on average.

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