Au Bon Pain 810281
Last inspected: Mar 2, 2026
41
Score
The health department has logged eight inspections at Au Bon Pain 810281, the earliest from 2022. The most recent visit was on Mar 2, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near seven violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “equipment in poor repair”, which has been cited four times.
Restaurants in Miami average 74, so Au Bon Pain 810281 trails the local norm. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
8
Inspections
3
Critical latest
1
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 2, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked quinoa dated 02/23-26 inside the reach in cooler at the back area. Also observed smoked salmon and bbq meat date marked 02/23/26 in reach cooler next to ice machine. Manager discarded food items. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked quinoa dated 02/23-26 inside the reach in cooler at the back area. Also observed smoked salmon and bbq meat date marked 02/23/26 in reach cooler next to ice machine. Manager discarded food items. See stop sale.
01B-24-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Observed no time marking for empanadas in the front area. Per manager, empanadas were placed there 7am. Manager placed time for discard. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener and the meat slicer around the blade area.
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed soiled inside the ice machine next to reach in coolers.
22-20-5
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed missing wall cove molding at handwashing sink in back area.
36-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed 5 clean metal food pans dented stored on shelves in the warewash area. Observed torn both door gaskets of reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed missing cove molding for floor tile to the wall, creating a gap, at the corner of door frame near reach in cooler at the back.
36-08-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. **Repeat Violation**
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled vent of the ice machine next to reach in coolers. Observed soiled door gaskets of reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observe in the reach in freezer.
14-69-4
41
Sep 23, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filters behind ice machine missing service date.
29-28-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with deep marks not easily cleaned.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed multiple employees engaging in food preparation wearing bracelets and watches.
13-07-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple metal and plastic containers on drying rack at warewashing area wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket torn at reach in cooler under coffee machine at front counter.
14-11-5
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket at trip,e door reach in freezer at prep area soiled with debris. Observed soda machine soiled at dining area.
23-03-4
67
Feb 19, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
82
Sep 12, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Observed sanitizer bucket improperly stored in preparation table in kitchen area.
41-10-4
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed household pesticide storage shelf by three compartment sink. Operator stated pesticide is in use from time to time. Informed operator product should not be used in establishment.
41-05-4
Intermediate - Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed operator without knowledge of thermometer calibration. Coached operator on calibration of thermometer procedure and provided operator calibration handout via email.
53A-10-4
Intermediate - 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 one food handler employee Belkys Paz certification expired 7/12/24. Informed manager.
53B-14-5
Basic - Observed bug zapper installed over clean equipment in the kitchen area. Operator was advised to remove zapper or move to another area.
35B-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gasket at front counter reach cooler.
23-03-4
Basic - Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed air conditioning vent soiled over ice machine
36-34-5
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 2 employees with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation at front counter area.
13-04-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed coffee counter employee without hair restraint.
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal 1/3 pan storage containers wet nesting on warewashing shelf.
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket torn at front line and also observed at reach in freezer at back dry storage area.
14-11-5
43
Jan 23, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pasteurized eggs (49F - Cold Holding) at single door reach in cooler at preparation area. As per manager product was at room temperature for preparation for approximately 30 minutes.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Observed establishment utilizing time as a public health control for pastries and soup. As per manager items were placed under time 1 hour prior.
03F-02-5
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed establishment offers smoked salmon on the menu, raw. Provided consumer advisory via email and manager printed and posted sign at front counter area. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-02-5
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee washed hands at 3 compartment sink. Manager coached employee. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-03-4
Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed cooling rack with cooked eggs and bread stored next to hand sink at preparation area.
08B-36-4
58
Aug 7, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food.
14-14-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. RIC located in front of the coffee station gasket torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on the preparation table near food and clean equipment, SS articles. Manager placed sanitizer bucket underneath the preparation table. **Corrected On-Site**
21-44-1
78
Feb 2, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
67
Jul 25, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no vacuum breaker at splitter hose in mop sink faucet. **Repeat Violation**
29-42-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed eggs cooked (50 F - Cold Holding); eggs cooked (47F - Cold Holding). As per manager cooked for les than 1 hour. Placed a lid to help cook faster. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign at hand washing sink next to 3 compartment sink.
31B-04-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed a tray of desserts stored in upright freezer not covered.
08B-12-5
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Au Bon Pain 810281 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Au Bon Pain 810281 on file is from Mar 2, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Au Bon Pain 810281?
Across the inspection record, “equipment in poor repair” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Au Bon Pain 810281.
How does Au Bon Pain 810281 compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Au Bon Pain 810281 most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Au Bon Pain 810281's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Au Bon Pain 810281 have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Au Bon Pain 810281 means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Au Bon Pain 810281 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Au Bon Pain 810281 is inspected around two times per year on average.
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