Gables Cafe
Last inspected: Feb 6, 2026
64
Score
Going back to 2022, Gables Cafe has eight inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 6, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around six violations each.
“Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.
The city-wide average sits at 68, which Gables Cafe's 64 doesn't quite reach. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 6, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.
12A-09-4
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
05-10-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Equipment at kitchen.
23-24-4
Basic - Can opener blade not kept sharp - observed metal shavings.
14-22-4
Basic - Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Wood base for coffee machine.
14-13-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Ground beef with more than 24 hours cooked, stored in container without label. Operator labeled the container. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
64
Aug 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
05-10-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed at cook line knife between equipment. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed faucet loose for hand sink at cookline.
29-08-4
Basic - Storage area not maintained clean and organized.
33-34-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Outlet soiled at cook line.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
70
Mar 26, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Items stored inside hand wash sink at cook line. Operator removed containers. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
05-10-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Operator removed knife. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
10-07-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
61
Sep 13, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
05-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a container with rice inside and sink at cook line. Employee removed tray.. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Gaskets soiled at reaching coolers.
23-24-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under the equipments and prep Torres.
36-73-4
Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
36-68-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. At kitchen between coolers.
10-17-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Hand sink not draining properly.
29-20-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed boxes with oranges stored on floor.
08B-38-4
58
Feb 15, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employees no washing hand while conducting the inspection/ no changing gloves.
12A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Cook line.
31B-02-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Gaskets soiled for units at kitchen.
23-24-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Cook line floor in disrepair.
36-17-5
70
Jul 27, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Containers and utensils stored inside hand sink.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator placed a new roll. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator placed a new soap container. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing.
36-36-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
67
Feb 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed washing utensils inside hand wash sink.
31A-11-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner.
14-10-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
10-07-4
Basic - Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. No food graded cutting board.
14-06-4
74
Aug 5, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Utensils stored inside hand sink.
31A-11-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
21-09-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles at cook line.
23-24-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Gables Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Gables Cafe on file is from Feb 6, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Gables Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Gables Cafe.
How does Gables Cafe compare to other restaurants in Coral Gables?
Gables Cafe most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Coral Gables average of 68.
Has Gables Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Gables Cafe have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Gables Cafe means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Gables Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Gables Cafe is inspected around two times per year on average.
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