Moe's Bagels

2780 Ne 187Th St, Aventura, FL 33180
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Apr 15, 2026
39
Score
High Risk

Going back to 2022, Moe's Bagels has eight inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 15, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around seven violations to closer to 16 violations.

The pattern that stands out is “equipment in poor repair”, which has been cited four times.

Restaurants in Aventura average 76, so Moe's Bagels trails the local norm. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
15
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 15, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 17 violations
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 - Observed employee filling up pan of water from Handwash sink in ware wash area. Advised manager that sink can not be used for purposes other than handwashing.
31A-11-4
Basic - Bowl with no handle used to dispense split peas.
14-01-5
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves in reach in cooler.
14-05-4
Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Observed Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Observed container of raw ground beef stored on floor in walk in cooler.
08B-38-4
Basic - Observed ice machine door in disrepair and off hinge.
14-10-4
Basic - Observed raw chicken thawing at room temperature on prep table in kitchen.
06-01-5
Basic - Observed table top Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Observed various kitchen equipment soiled with grease and food debris.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
14-20-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Observed cases of takeout containers stored outside unprotected from potential contamination. **Repeat Violation**
25-11-5
39
Sep 11, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-11: 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. **Warning** **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Discussed and emailed form to operator. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-11: 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. Discussed and emailed form to operator. **Warning** **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-11: Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. **Warning** **Time Extended**
14-42-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed prep shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-11: Basic - Observed prep shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** **Time Extended**
14-33-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-11: Basic - Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Warning** **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed table top cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-11: Basic - Observed table top cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning** **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-11: Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** **Time Extended**
14-17-4
64
Sep 10, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 18 minor violations.
View 25 violations
High Priority - Observed Employee washed hands with no soap. Advised manager and he instructed employee rewash hands properly. **Warning**
12A-20-4
High Priority - Observed raw salmon being stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food in reach in cooler. **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Observed establishment using a Nonfood-grade basting brush (paint brush) for food preparation. **Warning**
14-14-4
Intermediate - Observed various foods prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. **Warning**
02C-02-5
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. **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. Discussed and emailed form to operator. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink due to dispenser in disrepair. Located in prep area. **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Located next to fryer. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-05-4
Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. **Warning**
14-42-4
Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. **Warning**
14-73-4
Basic - Observed Working containers of sugar, brown sugar and salt removed from original container placed in plastic containers not identified by common name. **Warning**
02D-01-5
Basic - Observed kitchen equipment soiled with grease, food debris or food buildup. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Observed prep shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning**
14-33-4
Basic - Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Observed shelf in warewash area not designed or constructed in a durable manner and held up by rock. **Warning**
14-10-4
Basic - Observed table top cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Observed various Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. **Warning**
14-38-4
Basic - Observed various cases takeout containers stored outside unprotected from elements. Advised manager and he removed. **Warning**
25-11-5
Basic - Observed various foods stored in reach in cooler not covered. **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Observed various takeout containers stored on floor. **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. **Warning**
12B-13-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. **Warning**
14-20-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Located in front of stove. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-49-6
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning**
14-17-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
21-38-4
18
Feb 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
58
Aug 28, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed 2 bottles of medicine being stored on prep table in kitchen area. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink next to soda machine being used as a dump sink. Manager coached employee and cleaned sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located next to soda machine. Manager added. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Manager discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
14-14-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-05-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Located throughout kitchen area.
36-22-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
31B-04-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of front counter reach-in-cooler.
29-49-6
Basic - Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler.
38-04-4
Basic - Water draining onto bucket from condensing unit in walk in cooler. Manager called maintenance. **Corrective Action Taken**
29-03-4
45
Mar 14, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
86
Oct 26, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed bagels being stored in non food grade bags. Manager discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bleach being stored on shelf directly next to food in dry storage area. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - AC drain line draining into handwash sink.
31A-10-4
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Located in prep area.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets and kitchen equipment soiled with accumulated food debris and or grease.
23-03-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Located throughout establishment.
36-36-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Located in walk freezer and throughout establishment. Also observed soiled cardboard on floor in bakery area.
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of food on floor in walk in cooler. Manager moved to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Food stored outside. Observed various cases of food being stored outside on shelf. Manager instructed employee to remove. **Corrective Action Taken**
08B-42-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Located behind front counter. Manager moved to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
37
Nov 17, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef being stored on top of various ready to eat foods in reach in cooler. Located in prep area.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed utensils being stored in hand washing sink in ware wash area.
31A-09-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of takeout cups and tops being stored on floor in dry storage area.
25-05-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle in bucket. Located under hand washing sink in ware wash area
29-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Manager instructed employee to clean. **Corrective Action Taken**
16-21-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plate with no handle being stored in pan of cooked potatoes.
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Located in prep area.
36-36-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks being stored on prep table in kitchen area and prep area.
12B-07-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed various cases of potatoes being stored on floor in prep area. Manager moved to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Moe's Bagels last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Moe's Bagels on file is from Apr 15, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Moe's Bagels?

Across the inspection record, “equipment in poor repair” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Moe's Bagels.

How does Moe's Bagels compare to other restaurants in Aventura?

Moe's Bagels most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the Aventura average of 76.

Has Moe's Bagels' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Moe's Bagels have averaged around 16 violations per visit, up from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Moe's Bagels 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 Moe's Bagels inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Moe's Bagels is inspected around two times per year on average.