Sport's Grill
Last inspected: Mar 10, 2026
70
Score
Sport's Grill has been inspected 10 times since 2022. On Mar 10, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around 11 violations each.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles”, showing up four times.
That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Coral Gables restaurants. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
10
Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 10, 2026
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed date of birth missing on training certificates; Amy. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed date of birth missing on training certificates; Amy. **Time Extended**
53B-10-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed cracked tiles in office. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed cracked tiles in office. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in chest freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed in chest freezer. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed outside of walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed outside of walk in cooler. **Time Extended**
38-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in reach in at bar. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed in reach in at bar. **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in bar cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-10: Observed in bar cooler. **Time Extended**
29-49-6
70
Mar 9, 2026
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed tums at waiter station above reach in cooler and hot sauce. **Warning**
41-07-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw burger patties stored above raw bacon in second walk in cooler. **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 40+ live roaches inside of oven on cook line in kitchen area. **Warning**
35A-05-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray chemical stored above food on dry rack outside of walk in cooler. Operator removed during inspection. **Warning**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled dry food and dish shelves. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed date of birth missing on training certificates; Amy. **Warning**
53B-10-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed cracked tiles in office. **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in second walk in cooler. **Warning**
36-22-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in chest freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed outside of walk in cooler. **Warning**
38-01-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site. **Warning**
51-18-6
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled. **Warning**
16-21-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in reach in at bar. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in bar cooler. **Warning**
29-49-6
30
Nov 14, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 13 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed par cooked chicken stored above buffalo sauce in walk in. Operator changed order during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed dry dish racks soiled.
22-02-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in walk in cooler due to broken/missing floor tiles.
36-22-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed in walk in cooler inside kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in chest freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled.
16-21-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave handles and oven handles soiled. Operator asked employees to begin cleaning during inspection. **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed bag on bar counter top under liquor. Bag was removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Improper storage of maintenance equipment that interferes with cleaning. Observed mop sink with cigarettes and trash stored inside. Operator had sink cleaned out at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
42-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in coolers on cook line. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on dry dish rack.
16-46-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in coolers throughout kitchen.
14-33-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed under prep table across fryers. **Repeat Violation**
14-20-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed on floor of bar. Operator placed off of shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
21-44-1
41
Jul 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on knife magnet.
22-31-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled door handles on cook line. **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen area.
36-34-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed in beer cooler.
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed in beer cooler; case of pickles on floor. Observed outside of beer cooler; buffalo sauce on floor. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in walk in and reach in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets at bar area.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in walk in beer cooler and dry food storage.
22-16-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed on cook line.
14-20-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at bar area.
29-49-6
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cheese sticks in chest freezer with no cover. Operator placed top on container. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
55
Mar 12, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken fingers (71F - Hot Holding) at cook line, as per operator for over 4 hours. **Repeat Violation**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken fingers (71F - Hot Holding) at cook line, as per operator for over 4 hours.
01B-02-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler handles soiled at cook line. Operator cleaned handles during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of pickles stored on floor in walk in cooler. Operator picked up bucket. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives stored in between prep tables on cook line. Operator removed knives **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed mozzarella sticks stored uncovered inside reach in freezer. Operator placed lid **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
61
Oct 14, 2024
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cooked chicken (74 F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken wings (85 F - Cold Holding) at room temperature. As per operator the products are under time control for about 1.5 hours. And raw hamburger (50 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler. As per operator for less than one hour. Operator moved the raw hamburger to the bottom part of the reach in cooler for rapid cooling. Operator moved the products to the walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked onions (101 F - Hot Holding); grilled paper (112 F - Hot Holding) at the grill. As per operator for less than 1.5 hours. Operator moved the product to the grill to be reheated. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0 ppm).
22-41-4
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed Mac bites labeled 10-04-2024 at reach in cooler. With discarded label on 10-09-2024. And Mac bites dated 10-08-2024. With discarded on 10-13-2024. Operator segregated the product to be discarded. **Corrective Action Taken**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed Mac bites labeled 10-04-2024 at reach in cooler. With discarded label on 10-09-2024. And Mac bites dated 10-08-2024. With discarded on 10-13-2024. Operator segregated the product to be discarded. **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-24-5
Intermediate - Establishment conducts non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods without monitoring and documenting initial heating time and temperature, cooling times and temperatures, cold holding temperature and final cooking temperature. Observed the establishment conducts non continuous cooking of chicken wings. **Repeat Violation**
03C-96-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed the three employees present no proof of training.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Written procedures for non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods are lacking provisions for monitoring. Observed the establishment has chicken wings under non continuous cooking. **Repeat Violation**
03C-92-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from faucet at three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
29-11-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a single service cup without handle inside of condiment container.
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on reach in coolers door handles at preparation area. **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed iPhone at cutting board preparation table. Operator removed the iPhone. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed a box with ground beef stored on floor at walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
08B-47-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a container with buffalo sauce stored on floor in front of the fryer. Operator moved the products to a shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit located in front of cook line.
05-09-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover at shelf preparation table kitchen area.
14-20-4
23
Apr 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
30
Dec 5, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed blanched chicken wings (62 F - Cold Holding) at preparation area. As per operator for less than one hour. Operator moved the products to the reach in cooler for rapid cooling. And pulled pork (48 F - Cold Holding); pork ribs (47 F - Cold Holding) at walk-in cooler. As per operator the door was open for a while half an hour ago. Operator moved the products to the walk in freezer for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-05: No products available at the time of the inspection. **Time Extended**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Establishment conducts non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods without monitoring and documenting initial heating time and temperature, cooling times and temperatures, cold holding temperature and final cooking temperature. Observed for the chicken wings. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-05: Establishment conducts non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods without monitoring and documenting initial heating time and temperature, cooling times and temperatures, cold holding temperature and final cooking temperature. Observed for the chicken wings. **Time Extended**
03C-96-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling nonabsorbent and easily cleaned at walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-05: Observed ceiling nonabsorbent and easily cleaned at walk in cooler. **Warning** **Time Extended**
36-37-5
74
Sep 27, 2023
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 5 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 20 violations
High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in water at 79°F. Operator removed the utensil from the water. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-05-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed blanched chicken wings (62 F - Cold Holding) at preparation area. As per operator for less than one hour. Operator moved the products to the reach in cooler for rapid cooling. And pulled pork (48 F - Cold Holding); pork ribs (47 F - Cold Holding) at walk-in cooler. As per operator the door was open for a while half an hour ago. Operator moved the products to the walk in freezer for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked onions (109 F - Hot Holding); cooked veggies (88 F - Hot Holding) at preparation table kitchen area. As per operator for less than two hours. Operator moved the products to the grill to reheat. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-34-4
High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine + 200 ppm). The operator called the technician. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
41-18-4
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. The written procedures was provided. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03F-10-5
Intermediate - Establishment conducts non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods without monitoring and documenting initial heating time and temperature, cooling times and temperatures, cold holding temperature and final cooking temperature. Observed for the chicken wings. **Warning**
03C-96-4
Intermediate - Establishment is conducting non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods and the written procedures are not available upon request. Observed for the chicken wings. **Warning**
03C-90-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled. And cutting boards soiled. **Warning**
22-02-4
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. Food Employee Reporting Agreement was provided. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Warning**
16-21-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Operator secured the carbon dioxide tanks. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling nonabsorbent and easily cleaned at walk in cooler. **Warning**
36-37-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed a green cutting board no longer cleanable. Manager discarded the cutting board. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning**
13-04-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed a box with raw chicken on the floor at walk in freezer. Operator moved the box to a shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-47-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer gasket and walk in cooler gasket soiled. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover under preparation table kitchen area. Operator changed the foil. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-20-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete floor outside the walk-in cooler located outside by the exit door. **Warning**
36-02-5
17
Sep 20, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
45
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sport's Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sport's Grill on file is from Mar 10, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sport's Grill?
Across the inspection record, “buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Sport's Grill.
How does Sport's Grill compare to other restaurants in Coral Gables?
Sport's Grill most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is about the same as the Coral Gables average of 68.
Has Sport's Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sport's Grill have averaged around 11 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Sport's Grill 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 Sport's Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sport's Grill is inspected around three times per year on average.
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