SUNSET PIER / HOT TIN ROOF Health Score — Key West, FL

ZERO DUVAL ST, Key West, FL 33040

Inspections on file 1
High-risk violations 5
Inspected 8/10/2026
Key West avg 86 / 100
D
58 / 100
Concerning

This score is in the bottom tier. Most Key West restaurants score 86 or above.

5 high-risk issues, 1 moderate issue, 4 minor issues

Inspected August 10, 2026 Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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How this compares

This restaurant scored better than 2% of restaurants in Key West. The city average ClearScore is 86 / 100.

Location

Inspection Breakdown

High Risk
5
Moderate
1
Minor
4

Violations Found

  • High Risk Hands washed and clean, good hygienic practices ×2
  • High Risk Time and Temperature Control – potentially hazardous foods (PH/TCS)
  • High Risk Food and food equipment thermometers provided and accurate
  • High Risk Food protection, cross-contamination
  • High Risk Plumbing installed and maintained; mop sink; water filters; backflow prevention ×2
  • Moderate Adequate hot water available; hot water heater maintained
  • Minor Proper reheating procedures ×2

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Frequently Asked Questions

SUNSET PIER / HOT TIN ROOF received a ClearScore of 58/100 (Grade D) on its most recent inspection on August 10, 2026. 10 violations were noted.

SUNSET PIER / HOT TIN ROOF's inspection on August 10, 2026 uncovered 5 high-risk violations — the most serious category under Florida DBPR standards. High-risk violations involve issues that directly threaten food safety, such as temperature control, contamination, or sourcing problems. The full list of 10 violations is detailed above.

SUNSET PIER / HOT TIN ROOF was last inspected on August 10, 2026 by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). Florida restaurants are typically inspected 1–3 times per year on an unannounced basis, with more frequent visits following serious violations.

SUNSET PIER / HOT TIN ROOF's ClearScore of 58/100 (Grade D) places it in the bottom 98% of Key West restaurants tracked by ClearCraves. The city average is notably higher. We strongly recommend reviewing the full violation list and checking the DBPR current records before visiting.

The most recent inspection found 10 violations at SUNSET PIER / HOT TIN ROOF. See the full inspection breakdown above for complete details on severity and category.

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