Gusto Casero by Mdq Sweets

2030 Douglas Rd Ste 102, Coral Gables, FL 33134
Other
Last inspected: Jan 15, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged nine inspections at Gusto Casero by Mdq Sweets, the earliest from 2022. On Jan 15, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

When inspectors have written things up, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

Gusto Casero by Mdq Sweets' latest score of 82 sits above the Coral Gables average of 68. The record reflects steady performance over time.

9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 15, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
05-10-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
10-07-4
82
Aug 20, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.
25-06-4
86
Mar 20, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
05-10-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
10-08-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
10-07-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
78
Oct 7, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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.
53B-02-5
Basic - Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-02-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
10-20-4
82
Jun 10, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
82
Oct 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed at front counter hand sink blocked. **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Lid for reach in coolers broken.
14-11-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
82
Feb 24, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Block by a chest freezer at front counter.
31A-09-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink located at kitchen area.
29-20-5
Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. For reach in cooler at kitchen.
14-71-4
82
Sep 23, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed had sink located at the corner by front counter, blocked by freezer.
31A-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed Reach in cooler at kitchen with the lid repaired with tape.
14-11-5
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Gusto Casero by Mdq Sweets last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Gusto Casero by Mdq Sweets on file is from Jan 15, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Gusto Casero by Mdq Sweets?

Across the inspection record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Gusto Casero by Mdq Sweets.

How does Gusto Casero by Mdq Sweets compare to other restaurants in Coral Gables?

Gusto Casero by Mdq Sweets most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Coral Gables average of 68.

Has Gusto Casero by Mdq Sweets' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Gusto Casero by Mdq Sweets have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Gusto Casero by Mdq Sweets 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 Gusto Casero by Mdq Sweets inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Gusto Casero by Mdq Sweets is inspected around three times per year on average.