Dora's Bakery and Bistro
Last inspected: Jan 29, 2026
78
Score
Dora's Bakery and Bistro has been inspected nine times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Jan 29, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near six violations per visit across recent inspections.
Looking across the full record, “buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door gaskets” is the recurring theme, flagged five times.
The city-wide average for Coral Gables sits at 68, putting Dora's Bakery and Bistro on the better side of that line. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 29, 2026
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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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
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Missing at unit at cook line.
05-09-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Box with disposable cups stored on floor.
25-05-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers for sugar salt and spices without labels at storage area.
02D-01-5
78
Aug 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employees.
12A-09-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter.
31B-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fryer soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door gaskets.
23-24-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Under prep tables and equipments observed food debris accumulated.
36-12-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed at kitchen over shelves.
38-07-4
50
Apr 7, 2025
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
23-24-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Handles in unit at kitchen.
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored.
25-05-4
Basic - Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed.
14-06-4
78
Nov 7, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 28, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
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 soap provided at handwash sink. Front counter.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
05-10-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Accumulated boxes and equipment makes difficult cleaning.
36-12-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed three bags with flour stored on floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed disposable containers stored on floor by storage area.
25-05-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed at kitchen prep area.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
45
May 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed at reach in cooler at kitchen, raw shell eggs stored next to bread and over vegetables. Employee removed and placed eggs on the bottom of the unit. **Corrective Action Taken**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed at front counter hand sink blocked by garbage can. Employee removed garbage can to allow accessibility to the sink.
31A-09-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Handles for reach in coolers at kitchen soiled.
23-24-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed filters soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. At main kitchen by prep table.
36-27-5
64
Jan 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen.
31B-02-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Storage area.
22-16-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
21-09-4
82
Jun 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
58
Aug 30, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At cook line.
31B-02-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on Hood filters.
23-24-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a flour bag on floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - soiled floors at cook line.
36-10-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Dora's Bakery and Bistro last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Dora's Bakery and Bistro on file is from Jan 29, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Dora's Bakery and Bistro?
Across the inspection record, “buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door gaskets” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Dora's Bakery and Bistro.
How does Dora's Bakery and Bistro compare to other restaurants in Coral Gables?
Dora's Bakery and Bistro most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is higher than the Coral Gables average of 68.
Has Dora's Bakery and Bistro's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Dora's Bakery and Bistro have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Dora's Bakery and Bistro 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 Dora's Bakery and Bistro inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Dora's Bakery and Bistro is inspected around three times per year on average.
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