El Bagel
Last inspected: Jan 22, 2026
52
Score
El Bagel has been inspected eight times since 2022. El Bagel was last inspected on Jan 22, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around eight violations per visit lately, up from roughly five violations before.
When inspectors have written things up, “no currently certified food service manager on duty” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
El Bagel's latest score of 52 falls below the Miami average of 74. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 22, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 400+ppm). Operator began to dilute. **Corrective Action Taken**
41-15-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed prep tables and bagel toasters soiled with food debris.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no kit available for quaternary sanitizer.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed 6 employees present and 4 engaging in food preparation with no certified manager present. Manager Simon Caicedo arrived during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
53A-05-6
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout kitchen.
36-73-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line utensils in standing water of 64F. Chef removed and discarded water. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven with food grease build up.
22-08-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled with grease build up above prep line. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
52
Aug 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at lobby reach in cooler, fresh juiced watermelon (48F - Cold Holding). As per label from 8/25. Operator removed to discard. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed 4 employees engaging in food preparation at opening of inspection. Manager Matteson Koche arrived during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed at standing reach in cooler units 5 containers of cooked bacon as per chef made the day before not date marked.
02C-02-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled with grease build up above prep line. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed at kitchen prep counter store between coolers. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment handles between uses. Observed stored on baking racks throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line utensils in standing water of 64F. Chef removed and discarded water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed at don't counter wait area rack and at entrance of kitchen racks, bagels stored on shelf uncovered. Operator placed cover on top of items. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
55
Mar 19, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink used to store soiled utensils. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink blocked by utensils. Operator removed.
31A-09-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled w,its grease build up above prep line.
36-34-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed at cook line, plastic containers of liquid shortening stored on floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment handles between uses. Observed stored on bagel crates. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spatulas stored in standing water of 85F at prep line.
10-07-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed at cook line oven.
22-08-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed at hand sink draining into small metal container.
29-08-4
61
Sep 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at prep table butter (70F - Cold Holding); cheese (72F - Cold Holding). As per operator for about 2 hours, operator placed into ice baths to cool. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed no written procedures available to use time for butter and cheese items at room temperature at prep table. Provided operator with form.
03F-10-5
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed on menu for all eggs items, as per manager all eggs are served to medium with semi raw yolk. Operator placed asterisk onto menu to identify raw items. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink next to three compartment sink. Operator provided. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employees open bottle of water on prep table while prepping crispy onions. Employee discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed at lobby area and behind front counter boxes of condiments cups stored on floor.
25-05-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed at spice shelf a container of salt not labeled. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
52
Jun 13, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 11, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed 5 employees present at the time of the inspection. **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed for Marvin B, Denin , as per operator both working at the establishment for more than 2 months. **Warning**
53B-02-5
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed for the lox. **Warning**
02B-02-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed for the squeeze bottles containing sauces. **Warning**
02D-01-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed for the unit by the 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
31B-04-4
61
Oct 27, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Aug 26, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs stored above cooked pork in the refrigerator. The operator removed raw eggs. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed small plastic container with no handle using with rice. The operator removed the container. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was El Bagel last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at El Bagel on file is from Jan 22, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at El Bagel?
Across the inspection record, “no currently certified food service manager on duty” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at El Bagel.
How does El Bagel compare to other restaurants in Miami?
El Bagel most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has El Bagel's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at El Bagel have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at El Bagel 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 El Bagel inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, El Bagel is inspected around two times per year on average.
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