KIM'S KUBAN
2302 N ROOSEVELT BLVD, KEY WEST, FL 33040
License #5428378
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Mixed Health Record
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KIM'S KUBAN in KEY WEST currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 78 out of 100 — a C grade — a noticeable pattern of violations across recent inspections. This restaurant has one inspection on record from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on August 4, 2026. Across those visits, DBPR recorded 13 total findings; InspectFL has detailed violation rows for 12 of them so far.
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What stands out in this inspection history
The latest inspection on August 4, 2026 shows 12 observation rows: 2 critical, 6 major, and 4 minor.
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Inspection History
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- Disposition: Warning Issued
- [12A-09-4] Observed employee gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.
- [21-03-4] Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. In the kitchen.
- [31A-11-4] Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed kitchen handwashing sink with old food debris. Observed front counter handwashing sink used as a dump station and rinse off blenders.
- [14-14-4] Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. At the coffee station.
- [02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed rice container with no name label.
- [21-12-4] Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Throughout the kitchen.
- [11-26-1] 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.
- [41-15-5] Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed Front counter: Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100+ppm). Advised operator to remake.
- [41-17-4] Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed multiple spray bottles with no name label.
- [53B-14-5] 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 employees with expired certificate.
- [53A-14-4] Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Manager unable to recite the Big 6 and does not know how to calibrate thermostat. Provided form to operator.
- [14-38-4] Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed mayo container cracked.
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