The Globe Cafe & Bar
Last inspected: Apr 21, 2026
45
Score
Public records show seven inspections at The Globe Cafe & Bar stretching back to 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 21, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near eight violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust”, which has been cited three times.
Compared to other Coral Gables restaurants (averaging 68), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 21, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Kitchen food service workers.
12A-07-5
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.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications.
05-07-4
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.
11-26-1
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
16-03-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees, wallet, cell phones on top of food preparation shelves .
40-06-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
21-10-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Clean top surfaces of all kitchen shelves, oven, fryer, etc. and kitchen hood from an excessive grease buildup.
23-03-4
45
Dec 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting board on prep table. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling tiles and vents throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed excessive cut marks on cutting boards on prep tables.
14-09-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed some floor tiles in disrepair by cook line and rear exit door.
36-17-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in cooler. Observed hood system soiled.
23-03-4
74
May 20, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Operator opened the underneath faucet **Corrected On-Site**
27-16-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee placed paper roll Front counter. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Front counter.
31B-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
Basic - Stored food not covered.
08B-12-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
55
Dec 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Basic - Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall.
24-14-4
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable.
36-11-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed squid being thawed in standing water. Operator place the item under running water . **Corrective Action Taken**
06-01-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed faucet leaking at three compartment.
29-11-4
74
May 30, 2024
Routine - Food
6 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Intermediate - Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Employee set up triple sink. Triple Sink (Chlorine - 50ppm) **Corrective Action Taken**
16-59-1
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white cutting board soiled with yellow stains at preparation table.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed 2 trays stored over hand sink at bar. Employee removed the trays. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at bar hand sink. Employee provided the paper towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at bar hand sink. Also observed at private bar sink. Employee provided the soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed inside butter container at walking cooler.
14-14-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled throughout kitchen area.
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets torn throughout all cold holding units.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in disrepair throughout kitchen area.
36-17-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed under white cutting board next to dump sink at kitchen. Employee removed the cloth. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed interior part of freezer door with exposed insulation.
14-36-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at bar hand sink.
31B-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service containers not properly inverted on shelve over preparation area. Employee inverted items. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed on white cutting board on preparation table.
21-10-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
35
Jan 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. While conducting the routine inspection operator paid for the license.. **Corrected On-Site** **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Lorraine
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink at kitchen.
31B-02-4
Basic - Exhaust/ventilation hood system not designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping onto food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
36-63-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a bag with flour on floor by walk in cooler.
08B-38-4
64
Apr 4, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Globe Cafe & Bar last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Globe Cafe & Bar on file is from Apr 21, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Globe Cafe & Bar?
Across the inspection record, “walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The Globe Cafe & Bar.
How does The Globe Cafe & Bar compare to other restaurants in Coral Gables?
The Globe Cafe & Bar most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Coral Gables average of 68.
Has The Globe Cafe & Bar's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Globe Cafe & Bar have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at The Globe Cafe & Bar 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 The Globe Cafe & Bar inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Globe Cafe & Bar is inspected around two times per year on average.
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