Barista Cafe by Velez

2351 Salzedo St, Coral Gables, FL 33134

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Jan 26, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Barista Cafe by Velez has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 26, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.

When inspectors have written things up, “employee with no hair restraint while engaging” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Coral Gables restaurant scores 68. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 26, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.

05-10-4

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.

13-03-4

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.

10-17-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.

21-12-4

Jul 24, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at front line.

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Ground beef cooked on site more than 24 hours not labeled.

02C-02-5

Basic - Open dumpster lid.

33-16-4

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed Employees at front line.

13-03-4

May 9, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Jan 23, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Warning**

50-17-3

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.

14-09-4

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.

13-03-4

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.

10-08-5

Aug 15, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided while conducting the inspection.

02B-02-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a food container stored in hand sink.

31A-11-4

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.

13-03-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed hand sink located at front .

31B-04-4

Jan 31, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator paid license while conducting the inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

50-17-3

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.

10-07-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. On storage floor.

25-05-4

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. **Corrected On-Site**

10-08-5

Jul 11, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature.raw eggs next to vegetables at reach in cooler. Operator removed eggs.. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-20-5

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.

11-26-1

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. Provided by inspector.**Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site**

11-27-4

Jan 27, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator paid the License while conducting the inspection. Admin Complaint** **Corrected On-Site** **Admin Complaint**

50-17-3

Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/

53A-03-7

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between equipments at front counter. Manager removed the knife. **Corrected On-Site**

10-17-4

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.

10-07-4

Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. At front counter.

24-18-4

Aug 29, 2022

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Cook line.

36-36-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Barista Cafe by Velez last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Barista Cafe by Velez on file is from Jan 26, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Barista Cafe by Velez?

Across the inspection record, “employee with no hair restraint while engaging” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Barista Cafe by Velez.

How does Barista Cafe by Velez compare to other restaurants in Coral Gables?

Barista Cafe by Velez most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is higher than the Coral Gables average of 68.

Has Barista Cafe by Velez's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Barista Cafe by Velez have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Barista Cafe by Velez means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Barista Cafe by Velez inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Barista Cafe by Velez is inspected around three times per year on average.

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