Bagel Emporium
Last inspected: Sep 24, 2025
26
Score
Bagel Emporium appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Sep 24, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around 17 violations each, up from closer to 12 violations before.
“Ceiling tile missing” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing six times across the record.
By comparison, the average Coral Gables facility scores 68, putting Bagel Emporium on the weaker side. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
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Inspections
3
Critical latest
1
Major latest
16
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 24, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 16 minor violations.
View 20 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed container of pooled eggs stored over uncovered container of cooked bacon and sliced cheeses. **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter flip top cooler cut melons (55F - Cold Holding); macaroni salad (47F - Cold Holding). As per operator less than 2 hours.
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 and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed at front counter egg noodles not time marked. As per operator was placed at 8am. Operator placed time marked onto container. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-02-5
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed at hand sink at cook line. **Repeat Violation**
31B-06-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at ice machine at waiters station.
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in containers of corn meal and flour.
14-01-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at kitchen . **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing tiles throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-36-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-6
Basic - Dry storage shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed at cook line reach in coolers employee personal drinks and food stored on top and with establishment items.
40-06-5
Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed at hand sink at cook line. **Repeat Violation**
29-09-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed throughout. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Full text of violation Observed at standing reach in cooler container of chicken tenders and hash browns not covered.
08B-12-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at reach in freezer at entrance of kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in containers of cinnamon and flour. **Repeat Violation**
10-01-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed at ovens at cook line. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at all reach in coolers.
22-16-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed at hand sink at cook line.
29-20-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
26
Apr 1, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw hamburger patties stored over hash browns in reach in freezer.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter hand sink and at hand sink at exit door.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed at hand sink at cook line. Operator replaced batteries. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-06-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed for three tanks not secured at back exit door.
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing tiles throughout kitchen.
36-36-4
Basic - Dry storage shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed prep cooler lid at front counter broken.
14-11-5
Basic - Faucet/handle in disrepair at plumbing fixture. Observed at hand sink at cook line.
29-09-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed throughout. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed raw shell eggs stored on the floor in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at reach in freezer at entrance of kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed stored on fryer handle. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed utensil handle stored in container of flour and sugar.
10-01-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed at ovens at cook line.
22-08-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
37
Sep 24, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 14 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink at front counter used as dump sink for ice and drinks. Operator cleaned sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed I. Containers of sugar and flour. **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at ice machine at lobby area. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at soda refill area in kitchen next to large bagel oven. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed throughout kitchen area.
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed throughout establishment. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed near drains under dish machine in kitchen area, 2 dead roaches. Operator swept and discarded dead roaches. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets at several reach in coolers torn and missing.
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at rear exit door of kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed throughout kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at standing reach in freezer at entrance of kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in containers of flour, scoop handles not above food item.
10-01-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at cook line and front counter reach in coolers. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed in entrance reach in freezer containers of sausage patties and fries uncovered. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed at rear exit of kitchen in mop bucket. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
45
Apr 11, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 16 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter reach in cooler smoked salmon (51F - Cold Holding); cream cheese (51F - Cold Holding). As per operator for less than 3 hours. Operator removed and placed into another cooler to rapid cool items. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-11: At time of callback inspection observed at front counter reach in cooler smoked salmon (72F - Cold Holding); cream cheese (48F - Cold Holding). As per operator was prepped less than 1 hour ago. **Time Extended**
03A-02-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed at dry storage shelf, 2 sausage gravy can, jiff peanut butter can, apple sauce can and stuffed vine leaves with rice can all dented. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-11: At time of callback inspection observed 3 dented cans in dry storage area 2 Chopped Clams 1 Corn beef hash. **Time Extended**
01B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-11: At time of callback inspection still observed ice bin soiled. **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in a container of flour at dry storage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-11: At time of callback inspection still observed in a container of flour at dry storage area. **Time Extended**
14-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at soda syrup storage area of kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-11: At time of callback inspection still observed carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Time Extended**
51-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-11: At time of callback inspection still observed ceiling vents soiled. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed at front counter cooler across from bagel display. Ambient internal temperature 58F. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-11: At time of callback inspection observed cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Ambient internal temperature 48F. **Time Extended**
14-74-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-11: At time of callback inspection still observed current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-11: At time of callback inspection still observed door gap. **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed throughout kitchen floor area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-11: At time of callback inspection still observed floor and wall junctures not coved throughout kitchen floor area. **Time Extended**
36-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed throughout kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-11: At time of callback inspection still observed floor tiles missing. **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-11: At time of callback inspection still observed ice build up. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at prep table next to cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-11: At time of callback inspection still observed wiping cloth under cutting board. **Time Extended**
21-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed at reach in coolers in kitchen area as well as reach in cooler at from counter, gaskets all soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-11: At time of callback inspection still observed gaskets soiled. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at reach in coolers in the kitchen as well as reach in coolers at front counter area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-11: At time of callback inspection still observed reach in coolers soiled. **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed in walk in cooler, containers of cooked poultry uncovered. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-11: At time of callback inspection observed 3 trays of cooked poultry uncovered. **Time Extended**
08B-12-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed at back of kitchen near exit door. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-11: At time of callback inspection still observed wet mop not hung to dry properly. **Time Extended**
42-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed throughout kitchen area ceiling tiles sagging and cracked. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-11: At time of callback inspection still observed ceiling tiles in disrepair. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
33
Apr 4, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 12 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
21
Jan 12, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed above standing reach in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-12: **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed in the kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-12: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-12: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
86
Oct 27, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 5 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 20 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. prep unit ; herring (51F - Cold Holding)as per operator from yesterday. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. prep unit ,front counter,; herring (51F - Cold Holding)as per operator from yesterday. Prep unit,front counter: cream cheese (49F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (49F - Cold Holding) as per operator about 2 hrs ago, operator removed to walk-in cooler for rapid cooling.Corrected Action Taken. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Warning**
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs stored above raw salmon located in the prep cooler by the stove. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-20-5
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. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the front counter. **Warning**
31B-02-4
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the front counter. **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed for the cooked pasta. Provided operator with form,completed on site. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03F-10-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed above standing reach in freezer. **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed in the kitchen. **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed for the vents located above cookline. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn and in disrepair,large salad unit, prep unit opposite cookline.**Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed by the bagel section,front counter. **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored on top of ice machine. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-12-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed for the convection oven **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed at the cookline. **Warning**
14-73-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed togo food containers not stored inverted,observed at the front counter. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
25-06-4
19
Jun 7, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
41
Sep 1, 2022
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing in the back area.
36-36-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Bagel Emporium last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Bagel Emporium on file is from Sep 24, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Bagel Emporium?
Across the inspection record, “ceiling tile missing” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Bagel Emporium.
How does Bagel Emporium compare to other restaurants in Coral Gables?
Bagel Emporium most recently scored 26 out of 100, which is lower than the Coral Gables average of 68.
Has Bagel Emporium's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Bagel Emporium have averaged around 17 violations per visit, up from roughly 12 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Bagel Emporium 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 Bagel Emporium inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Bagel Emporium is inspected around three times per year on average.
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