Bagel Boss
Last inspected: Feb 3, 2026
58
Score
Going back to 2024, Bagel Boss has seven inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 3, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near five violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Equipment in poor repair” comes up most often, recorded five times in the inspection record.
By comparison, the average Miami facility scores 74, putting Bagel Boss on the weaker side. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 3, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Observed raw salmon stored over/not properly separated from various ready-to-eat foods in reach in cooler. Managed rearranged. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Observed Handwash sink in kitchen not accessible for employee use at all times due to being blocked by various cleaning equipment. **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Observed hand washing sink behind front counter being used as a dump sink. Handwash sink can not be used for any purposes other than handwashing.
31A-11-4
Basic - Observed raw avocados not washed prior to preparation.
08B-39-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled with accumulated food debris.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler under grill interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Manager instructed employee to clean. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-16-4
58
Sep 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Observed raw shell eggs and raw salmon stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food in reach in cooler.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink in kitchen area not accessible for employee use at all times due to table top fan stored inside.
31A-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets under fat grill torn. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Observed cup or other container with no handle used to dispense sugar. **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
70
May 6, 2025
Complaint Full
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Ownership reach in cooler gaskets torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Ownership cup with no handle used to dispense sugar. Chef discarded cup. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
86
Apr 23, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter stored at ambient temperature. Butter was 52F - Cold Holding. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-23: High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter stored at ambient temperature. Butter was 52F - Cold Holding. **Repeat Violation** **Time Extended**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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. Emailed form to operator. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-23: Intermediate - 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. Emailed form to operator. **Repeat Violation** **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-23: Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
74
Feb 4, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
12A-07-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter stored at ambient temperature. Butter was 52F - Cold Holding. **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon being stored over milk in reach in cooler.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-01-5
Intermediate - 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. Emailed form to operator. **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Located behind front counter.
31B-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Located on prep table.
21-12-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of pickles being stored on floor in kitchen area and cases of drinks being stored on floor in storage closet.
08B-38-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil food residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of takeout containers being stored on floor in dry storage closet. **Repeat Violation**
25-05-4
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Sep 4, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed 4+ employees present and engaged in food preparation with no certified manager present at time of inspection. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-04: Observed 4+ employees present and engaged in food preparation with no certified manager present at time of inspection. **Time Extended**
53A-05-6
90
Aug 27, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
3 critical violations. 6 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs being stored at room temperature. Eggs were located under flat grill. **Warning**
03A-03-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter being stored at 67F - Cold Holding. Butter was located on prep table. As per person in charge butter had only been out for about 2 hours. Person placed butter in reach in cooler. **Warning**
03A-02-5
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/ Observed at time of licensing inspection establishment operating without a license. Establishment was open to public serving about 19 customers. At time of inspection a temporary license was emailed to operator. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
50-08-7
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Discussed and emailed form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed hand washing sink missing behind front counter. Plans were approved with sink however sink was never installed. Observed employees prepping food and drinks at time of inspection. Advised that hand washing sink needs to be installed and operable. **Warning**
31A-07-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed stack of red trays being stored in hand washing sink. Located in kitchen area. **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed 4+ employees present and engaged in food preparation with no certified manager present at time of inspection. **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**
05-08-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Located in kitchen area. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed case takeout cup lids being stored on floor in dry room. **Warning**
25-05-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Bagel Boss last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Bagel Boss on file is from Feb 3, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Bagel Boss?
Across the inspection record, “equipment in poor repair” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Bagel Boss.
How does Bagel Boss compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Bagel Boss most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Bagel Boss' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Bagel Boss have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Bagel Boss means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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