Home› Florida› Coral Gables› Caraballo Lunch Trucks

Caraballo Lunch Trucks

5001 Sw 6 St, Coral Gables, FL 33134
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Jan 29, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk

Caraballo Lunch Trucks appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 29, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.

“Ice scoop handle in contact with ice” comes up most often, recorded five times in the inspection record.

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

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 29, 2026
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
10-08-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
86
Jul 21, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator placed a new roll. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray for cleaning the grill.
41-17-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Ambient air thermometer not located in the warmest part of the cold holding unit.
05-11-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. **Repeat Violation**
10-08-5
70
Jan 7, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Pans not inverted.
24-05-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
10-20-4
86
Aug 30, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall.
24-14-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
10-08-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
10-07-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
82
Apr 19, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
10-08-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
10-07-4
Basic - Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Counter.
14-06-4
86
Nov 2, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
10-07-4
86
Dec 16, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 1, 2022
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Operator placed knives in the drawer.**Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site**
24-14-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Caraballo Lunch Trucks last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Caraballo Lunch Trucks on file is from Jan 29, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Caraballo Lunch Trucks?

Across the inspection record, “ice scoop handle in contact with ice” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Caraballo Lunch Trucks.

How does Caraballo Lunch Trucks compare to other restaurants in Coral Gables?

Caraballo Lunch Trucks most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Coral Gables average of 68.

Has Caraballo Lunch Trucks' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Caraballo Lunch Trucks have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Caraballo Lunch Trucks 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 Caraballo Lunch Trucks inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Caraballo Lunch Trucks is inspected around two times per year on average.

Nearby Restaurants
Ben & Jerry's
80 Aragon Ave
Score: 47 — High Risk
Fratellino
264 Miracle Mile
Score: 64 — Medium Risk
Sra. Martinez
2325 Galiano St
Score: 58 — Medium Risk
Explore More
→ All locations in Coral Gables → Mexican / Latin restaurants in Florida → Mexican / Latin restaurants in Coral Gables
forkgrade — Public health inspection data for food establishments across the US
About Methodology Editorial Policy Privacy Policy Contact