Espanoles En Miami

2600 South Douglas Rd, Coral Gables, FL 33134

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jan 14, 2026

Score

High Risk

Public records show eight inspections at Espanoles En Miami stretching back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Jan 14, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around eight violations per visit lately, up from roughly four violations before.

Looking across the full record, “employee with no hair restraint while engaging” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

Compared to other Coral Gables restaurants (averaging 68), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 14, 2026

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 8 violations

High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee changing tasks from soiled equipment to clean items without previously hand washing.

12A-07-5

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

50-17-3

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

16-37-1

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 - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Observed reach in cooler at kitchen with broken gaskets.

14-10-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.

22-16-4

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

21-12-4

Aug 13, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.

View 11 violations

High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee never wash hands or change gloves when changed tasks at kitchen.

12A-07-5

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed at reach in cooler at kitchen raw chicken over cooked chicken. Employee placed raw chicken on the unit's bottom. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food.

14-14-4

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

05-10-4

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.

22-08-4

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

21-12-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed at kitchen, filters' hood, soiled with grease accumulation.

23-03-4

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment gaskets.

23-24-4

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

13-03-4

Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable.

36-12-4

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Employee placed knife in shelf. **Corrected On-Site**

10-17-4

Jan 13, 2025

Routine - Food

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

View 5 violations

High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee went from clean equipment to soil item without hand washing or changing gloves.

12A-09-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer soiled.

22-02-4

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

13-03-4

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed at front counter.

10-17-4

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed at kitchen whole chicken improperly thawed.

06-01-5

Aug 14, 2024

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Cook line.

36-34-5

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

14-09-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Oil, vinegar, sugar, water, missing labels.

02D-01-5

Jan 29, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food.

14-14-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.

51-13-4

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

21-12-4

Aug 28, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Feb 6, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

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

31B-02-4

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.

05-08-4

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

10-17-4

Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.

21-10-4

Jul 18, 2022

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food containers stored inside hand sink.

31A-11-4

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed several containers with food from previous days and more than 24 hours of cooked, without label.

02C-02-5

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Filters.

23-24-4

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Kitchen.

36-27-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Espanoles En Miami last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Espanoles En Miami on file is from Jan 14, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Espanoles En Miami?

Across the inspection record, “employee with no hair restraint while engaging” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Espanoles En Miami.

How does Espanoles En Miami compare to other restaurants in Coral Gables?

Espanoles En Miami most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Coral Gables average of 68.

Has Espanoles En Miami's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Espanoles En Miami have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Espanoles En Miami 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 Espanoles En Miami inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Espanoles En Miami is inspected around two times per year on average.

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