Christys
Last inspected: Dec 11, 2025
47
Score
Inspectors have visited Christys seven times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent report on file is from Dec 11, 2025. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near eight violations per visit across recent inspections.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer”, showing up three times.
Compared to other Coral Gables restaurants (averaging 68), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
8
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine sanitizer dishwasher machine at bar area 0ppm, instructed staff to use main dishwasher machine while this is fix. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-41-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed steel wool stored in handwashing sink prep area.
31A-11-4
Basic - Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.
32-02-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed some auxiliary cutting boards cutting boards.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at walk in freezer unit.
36-73-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed at prep table kitchen line.
10-17-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan dusted, observed walk in cooler gaskets soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
47
Jun 11, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 29, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Bread stored in non food grade bags at walk-in freezer.
14-31-5
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Chlorine sanitizer dishwasher Machine at bar area 0 ppm, instructed manager to use kitchen machine while dishwasher is operational. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For quad 3 compartment sink.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.
31B-03-4
Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
36-68-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
31B-04-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. At bar preparation area.
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. At cooking line area. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. At unisex employees bathroom.
32-12-6
Basic - Food stored on floor. Bread bags in walk-in freezer **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk-in cooler fan cover dusted/soiled.
23-03-4
35
Dec 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 9 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef over raw lamb chops inside reach in cooler in line. Operator stored meats correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic cup stored inside cinnamon powder container inside dry storage. Operator removed cup. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling vents inside kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean cutting board stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed cutting board from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
24-26-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil plastic containers stored on dry storage floor. Operator removed containers from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven handle in kitchen. Operator removed tongs. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed on prep table inside kitchen. Operator removed towel. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled oven interior in kitchen.
22-08-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in front of cook line.
29-49-6
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour and sugar containers unlabeled inside dry storage. Operator labeled containers. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
55
Jun 21, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled. Cook took it to the dishwashing area.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Kitchen.
14-14-4
Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Prep area, kitchen.
24-06-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Manager took it the the handwashing area. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Cook line.
10-17-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
10-07-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Dishwashing area.
36-02-5
64
Jan 31, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
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 - Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Employees restroom
32-02-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Big pot at dishwashing area.
24-05-4
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. By walk in freezer entrance.
36-03-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at cook line underneath the stove.
36-17-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Stove at cook line.
10-20-4
67
Jan 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw fillet mignon stored above cooked onion soup located in the standing reach in cooler,kitchen. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available at the time of the inspection.
16-37-1
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door.
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed below the fryers.
36-73-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of convection ovens soiled with accumulation of encrusted food debris and grease.
22-08-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed above the ice machine.
38-07-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed by the ware washing area.
36-27-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Christys last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Christys on file is from Dec 11, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Christys?
Across the inspection record, “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Christys.
How does Christys compare to other restaurants in Coral Gables?
Christys most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Coral Gables average of 68.
Has Christys' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Christys have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Christys 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 Christys inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Christys is inspected around two times per year on average.
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