88 Keys Florida
101 E Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda, FL 33950 · Permanent Food Service · License 1801775
What drove the grade
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.
How the score was calculated
- Starting score100
- Violations at the Jul 20 routine inspection1 high priority (fixed on the spot, 1 repeat), 1 intermediate (fixed on the spot, 1 repeat), 3 basic (1 repeat)-12
- Safety score88
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Inspection history
1 inspection · 1 visitRoutine inspection
- First visitJul 20, 2026 No follow-up needed
Met the state's inspection standards; the inspector didn't need to come back. Any violations cited still count toward the grade.
5 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
High priority1
Code 41, Chemicals and toxic substances: Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.
Observed propane tank next to bacon at table above Reach in Cooler. Operator removed the propane tank to the bottom of shelf away from food.
Fixed on the spotRepeat violation
Intermediate1
Code 22, Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized: Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Observed residue buildup on can opener blade at prep table. Operator cleaned the can opener blade.
Fixed on the spotRepeat violation
Basic3
Code 22, Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized: Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Observed residue buildup in the interior of ice machine. Operator cleaned and sanitized the interior of ice machine.
Fixed on the spotRepeat violation
Code 24, Clean equipment storage and air drying: Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Observed multiple plates not inverted at kitchen.
Code 36, Floors, walls, ceilings and ventilation: Floor area(s) covered with standing water.
Observed water on the floor at ware washing area.
Reading this report
Priority levels
- High priority The problems most likely to make someone sick directly.
- Intermediate Could lead to a high-priority problem if not fixed.
- Basic Best practices and general upkeep.
Terms in the inspectors’ reports
- Food-contact surface
- Anything food touches, such as cutting boards, utensils, counters and the inside of ice machines.