Fritz & Franz Bierhaus

60 Merrick Way, Coral Gables, FL 33134

Bar / Pub

Last inspected: Apr 9, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Fritz & Franz Bierhaus has eight inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 9, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around six violations per visit versus roughly two violations earlier in the record.

“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Coral Gables restaurant scores 68. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 9, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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

22-02-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

22-20-5

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.

16-21-4

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Pots and pans at kitchen.

24-05-4

Dec 2, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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

50-17-3

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

22-02-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

22-20-5

Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves.

14-05-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Obser at ware washing area. **Repeat Violation**

36-34-5

Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.

14-17-4

Apr 15, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.

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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw beef at walk in cooler.

08A-20-5

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

21-12-4

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.

51-11-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.over ware washing area.

36-34-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Plastic cooking oil containers at dry storage area, raw potatoes bat walk -in cooler floor.

08B-38-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach-in cooler gasket across from stove kitchen line.

23-03-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.

42-01-4

Nov 7, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

May 16, 2024

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Kitchen.

51-11-4

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

13-03-4

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.

10-20-4

Jan 30, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Nov 15, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 11 violations

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

50-17-3

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

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed Slicer and cutting boards soiled. Kitchen. **Repeat Violation**

22-02-4

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 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.

11-26-1

Intermediate - No running water at three-compartment sink. Observed three compartment sink/ hand sink at bar without hot water.

27-09-4

Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.

11-27-4

Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee eating at prep area in the cook line.

12B-02-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed at walk in cooler several boxes with potato's stored on floor.

08B-38-4

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.

21-04-4

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Prep area in the kitchen.

36-27-5

Nov 10, 2022

Complaint Full

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed at reach in freezer at cook line meat next to bread. Employee removed meat and placed it in another unit. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

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

22-02-4

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. WIC

14-17-4

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.

16-21-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Fritz & Franz Bierhaus last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Fritz & Franz Bierhaus on file is from Apr 9, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Fritz & Franz Bierhaus?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Fritz & Franz Bierhaus.

How does Fritz & Franz Bierhaus compare to other restaurants in Coral Gables?

Fritz & Franz Bierhaus most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is higher than the Coral Gables average of 68.

Has Fritz & Franz Bierhaus' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Fritz & Franz Bierhaus have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Fritz & Franz Bierhaus 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 Fritz & Franz Bierhaus inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Fritz & Franz Bierhaus is inspected around two times per year on average.

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