Jholanos Deli
Last inspected: Jan 20, 2026
67
Score
Jholanos Deli appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2023. The most recent visit was on Jan 20, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “handwash sink not accessible for employee use”, which has been cited three times.
Compared to the broader Coral Gables restaurant scene, this is about average. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 20, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10-1-2025. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink next to three compartment sink.
31B-03-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed stored on prep cooler in kitchen area. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
21-44-1
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed at lobby storage closet large catering containers not store inverted on top shelf.
25-06-4
Basic - Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at freezer soiled with food debris/ crumbs. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
67
Aug 20, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed by empty sanitizer bucket stored inside. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at bathroom. Operator provided. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at air fryer handles. Operator cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
23-24-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at lobby of establishment door. Operator cleaned up. **Corrected On-Site**
36-22-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets at rear kitchen reach in cooler soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at rear kitchen reach in slider door cooler and reach in freezer.
22-16-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed in mop bucket. Operator stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
64
Mar 10, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
90
Sep 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at prep table sliced tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding); as per operator for about 2 hours. Operator placed into cooler to cool. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall by sandwich press.
36-24-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed container of shredded lettuce in reach in cooler not covered. Observed in standing reach in freezer container of pepperoni not covered.
08B-12-5
78
Apr 9, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
50
Jan 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-12: Observed disconnected **Time Extended**
32-04-4
95
Nov 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed quaternary strength greater than 500ppm, operator diluted to 300 ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed unit by the 3 compartment sink, sanitizer bucket stored inside. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed water dispenser installed at the hand wash sink,front counter. **Warning**
31A-11-4
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. Observed for Jose R as per operator working at the establishment for more than two months. **Warning**
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
32-04-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in the standing reach in freezer by the slicer machine. **Warning**
14-69-4
52
Apr 10, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed by the 3 compartment sink.
31B-03-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at the prep unit,front counter.
14-09-4
Basic - Single-service articles stored on a soiled surface. Observed box containing togo food containers stored on the dry storage floor.
25-17-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed for the unisex bathroom.
32-04-4
78
Mar 31, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the unit by the 3 compartment sink, front counter. **Warning**
31B-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. Observed for Massimo F, Livedde C, Jose R as per operator all working at the establishment for more than two months. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed cleaning bucket stored in unit by the 3 compartment sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the unit by the 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
31B-04-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Jholanos Deli last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Jholanos Deli on file is from Jan 20, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Jholanos Deli?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Jholanos Deli.
How does Jholanos Deli compare to other restaurants in Coral Gables?
Jholanos Deli most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is about the same as the Coral Gables average of 68.
Has Jholanos Deli's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Jholanos Deli have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Jholanos Deli 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 Jholanos Deli inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Jholanos Deli is inspected around three times per year on average.
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