Venecia Cafe & Deli

747 Ponce De Leon Blvd, Coral Gables, FL 33134

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Jan 21, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show eight inspections at Venecia Cafe & Deli stretching back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 21, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer at front counter” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Venecia Cafe & Deli's latest score of 82 sits above the Coral Gables average of 68. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 21, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.

31A-11-4

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.

10-07-4

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed ground beef at reach in cooler at cook line.

08B-12-5

Aug 21, 2025

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.

14-09-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed at storage area an onions bag on floor.

08B-38-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer at front counter.

14-69-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Disposable cups stored on floor.

25-05-4

Feb 24, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Sep 3, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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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. Provided to operator at the time of the inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-26-1

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. Provided to operator at the time of the inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-27-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.

22-16-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler at front no cooling properly. No food of any type on premises.

14-11-5

Mar 28, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Sep 20, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

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. Provided to operator while conducting the inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

11-27-4

Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard inside reach in freezer at cook line.

14-05-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. RIF at front counter.

14-69-4

Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed hand wash sink slow draining. Front counter.

29-20-5

Mar 21, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed at reach in cooler raw eggs over strawberries. Employee replaced eggs on the bottom of the unit. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-04-5

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand sink located in the back Area.

27-16-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink located in the storage area.

31B-02-4

Basic - Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Front counter.

22-16-4

Jul 14, 2022

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer at cook line.

14-69-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand sink located in the back.

31B-04-4

Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Hand sink.

29-20-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Venecia Cafe & Deli last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Venecia Cafe & Deli on file is from Jan 21, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Venecia Cafe & Deli?

Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer at front counter” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Venecia Cafe & Deli.

How does Venecia Cafe & Deli compare to other restaurants in Coral Gables?

Venecia Cafe & Deli most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Coral Gables average of 68.

Has Venecia Cafe & Deli's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Venecia Cafe & Deli have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Venecia Cafe & Deli 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 Venecia Cafe & Deli inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Venecia Cafe & Deli is inspected around two times per year on average.

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