Alhambra Station Cafe

255 Alhambra Cir Ste 170, Coral Gables, FL 33134
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Jan 9, 2026
67
Score
Medium Risk

Alhambra Station Cafe has been inspected nine times since 2022. The most recent report on file is from Jan 9, 2026. 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 three violations each time.

“Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Alhambra Station Cafe's latest score is in line with the Coral Gables average of 68. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 9, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw shell eggs next to green salad.
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
31A-11-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
10-08-5
67
Aug 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
05-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washing utensils inside hand sink located at.
31A-11-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
78
Jan 23, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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.
53B-02-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
10-07-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner.
06-01-5
82
Sep 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Twenty (20) foot-candles of light not provided inside equipment where food is stored. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended**
38-08-4
95
Aug 28, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Observed at hand sink located at front prep area.
27-19-4
Intermediate - No hot running water at three-compartment sink.
27-06-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed at cook line.
27-16-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Twenty (20) foot-candles of light not provided inside equipment where food is stored.
38-08-4
67
Oct 4, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Sep 28, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/
50-08-7
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food.
14-31-5
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge failed to notify the division of employee diagnosed with Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Shigella spp., Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli, Typhoid fever (caused by Salmonella Typhi) or Salmonella (nontyphoidal). Provided to operator while conducting the inspection.**Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site**
11-01-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
64
Feb 23, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Front counter hand sink, prep area.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food.
14-14-4
Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Handles at reach in cooler, kitchen.
14-71-4
78
Sep 8, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Front counter.
27-19-4
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. For coffee at front counter.
14-14-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Handles with tape at kitchen.
14-11-5
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Alhambra Station Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Alhambra Station Cafe on file is from Jan 9, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Alhambra Station Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Alhambra Station Cafe.

How does Alhambra Station Cafe compare to other restaurants in Coral Gables?

Alhambra Station Cafe most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is about the same as the Coral Gables average of 68.

Has Alhambra Station Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Alhambra Station Cafe have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Alhambra Station Cafe 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 Alhambra Station Cafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Alhambra Station Cafe is inspected around three times per year on average.