Wei Chinese & Asian Food
Last inspected: Jan 16, 2026
35
Score
Going back to 2022, Wei Chinese & Asian Food has eight inspections in the public record. On Jan 16, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around 15 violations lately compared to roughly seven violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “time/temperature control for safety food cold held”, which has been cited four times.
Compared to other Coral Gables restaurants (averaging 68), there's room to close the gap. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
8
Inspections
2
Critical latest
3
Major latest
9
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 16, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed at cook line reach in coolers raw shelled eggs stored over container of uncovered butter.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at prep counter at cook line sliced cheese (55F - Cold Holding). As per operator less than 2 hours.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed for hand sink at barista area used to hold soiled equipment. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen hand sinks. Operator provided. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Observed containers of tomato sauce at reach in cooler with date label of 12/22/25, as per operator items were frozen on labeled date and placed to thaw in reach in cooler on 1/14/26. Operator began to change labels. **Corrective Action Taken**
02C-08-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed for cutting boards throughout.
14-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of shelled eggs and plastic gallons of water store on floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 5 stored on cook line oven door. **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - Only means for public to access the bathroom is through a food preparation, ware washing, or food storage area. Observed customers entering kitchen area to use bathroom unescorted.
32-16-5
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed at storage area unwrapped bowls not inverted. **Repeat Violation**
25-06-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed containers of French toast batter, pooled eggs, butter, and tuna salad store uncovered.
08B-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Observed reduced oxygen packages of beef in reach in cooler not labeled with sealed date and time. As per operator was one the night before less than 24, and will be used by the end of the day. Operator began to place labels. **Corrective Action Taken**
03G-53-1
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed at kitchen hand sink faucet leaking when turned off.
29-11-4
35
Oct 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 11 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink used as dump sink with evidence of food remnants. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-10: **Time Extended**
31A-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed at dry storage area in a bin of flour. Operator removed. Observed in bin of ice. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-10: **Time Extended**
14-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed 21 seats present at tables, when licensed for only 4. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-10: **Time Extended**
51-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed behind fixed coolers and equipment tables. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-10: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at oven doors. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-10: **Time Extended**
10-20-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-10: **Time Extended**
21-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.observed at all in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-10: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed at all reach in cooler and freezers gaskets soiled with heavy food debris. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-10: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at all reach in coolers and freezers throughout. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-10: **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed at prep counter a basket of flatbread/arepas not covered. Observed at cook line prep counter baskets of bread not covered. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-10: **Time Extended**
08B-12-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Observed reduced oxygen packages of picana beef not properly labeled with preparation date and time. As per operator items were packaged the day before. Operator began to label items. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-10: **Time Extended**
03G-53-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-10: **Time Extended**
36-02-5
52
Aug 7, 2025
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 2 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Observed at coffee bar area ice machine, employee drink stored in ice. **Warning**
08B-56-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed at reach in cooler raw shelled eggs stored over bags of leafy greens. **Warning**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed 3 containers of steamed/cooked potatoes at reach in cooler date marked 7/29/25. Operator segregated items to discard. **Warning**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed 3 containers of steamed/cooked potatoes at reach in cooler date marked 7/29/25. Operator segregated items to discard. Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Observed at coffee bar area ice machine, employee drink stored in ice. **Warning**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at kitchen prep counter coleslaw (53F - Cold Holding). As per operator for about 1 hour. Operator placed into reach in coolers. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink used as dump sink with evidence of food remnants. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed new menu available and items, Cesar dressing, hollandaise sauce, raw egg items, smoked salmon items and meat items cooked to order not marked. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02B-01-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed at prep counter a basket of flatbread/arepas not covered. Observed at cook line prep counter baskets of bread not covered. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Observed reduced oxygen packages of picana beef not properly labeled with preparation date and time. As per operator items were packaged the day before. Operator began to label items. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03G-53-1
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-02-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.observed at all in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed at dry storage area in a bin of flour. Operator removed. Observed in bin of ice. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed 21 seats present at tables, when licensed for only 4. **Warning**
51-09-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed behind fixed coolers and equipment tables. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at oven doors. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed at all reach in cooler and freezers gaskets soiled with heavy food debris. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at all reach in coolers and freezers throughout. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed at prep area to go plates not stored inverted. **Warning**
25-06-4
21
Apr 23, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shelled eggs (53F - Ambient) stored on prep counter with ambient temperature of 53F. As per cook for about 1 hour. Chef placed onto ice bath to cool. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-23: At time of callback inspection observed shelled eggs (51F - Ambient) stored on prep counter with ambient temperature of 51F. As per cook for about 1 hour. **Time Extended**
03A-03-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at prep counter, coleslaw (50F - Cold Holding) milk (57F - Cold Holding). As per cook for about 1 hour. Operator placed into reach in cooler to cool. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-23: At time of callback inspection observed coleslaw (50F - Cold Holding) milk (43F - Cold Holding). **Time Extended**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink used at dump sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-23: At time of callback inspection observed packages of duck thawing in hand sink. **Time Extended**
31A-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on cook line oven door handle. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-23: **Time Extended**
10-20-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils at prep table stored in standing water of 83F. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-23: **Time Extended**
10-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed under all cutting boards at cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-23: **Time Extended**
21-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at all hand wash sinks. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-23: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed baked loaf breads stored on top shelf at prep line uncovered. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-23: At time of callback inspection still observed arepas stored uncovered. **Time Extended**
08B-12-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-23: **Time Extended**
36-02-5
50
Feb 20, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
17
Jul 31, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
67
Nov 29, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Standing reach in cooler,opposite mop sink: opposite mop sink; raw duck ,as per operator from yesterday (48F - Cold Holding); precooked pork (49F - Cold Holding)as per operator from yesterday. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Standing reach in cooler,opposite mop sink: opposite mop sink; raw duck ,as per operator from yesterday (48F - Cold Holding); precooked pork (49F - Cold Holding)as per operator from yesterday. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken feet stored with raw beef located in chest freezer,dry storage area. Observed raw chicken stored above raw pork ribs located in the standing reach in cooler,entrance to kitchen. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-17-6
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. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with accumulation of encrusted food debris. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available at the time of the inspection. **Warning**
16-37-1
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 - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn and in disrepair,prep unit opposite cookline. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed for the chest freezer,dry storage area. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave oven soiled with encrusted food debris. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed in the dry storage area. **Warning**
38-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of bulk rice bin soiled. Observed reach in freezer gaskets soiled,chest unit,dry storage area. Observed hood filters soiled with accumulation of grease. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Observed for the employee bathroom. **Warning**
32-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed by the 3 compartment sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed for the bulk rice bin **Warning**
02D-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed in the employee bathroom. **Warning**
36-32-5
27
Jul 27, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 12 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Shell eggs received in a unit not maintaining an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs stored outside. As per operator, held less than 2 hours. The operator moved all eggs inside the refrigerator. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03A-20-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cups with no handle using to scoop flours and sauces. The operator removed the cups. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed refrigerator gasket torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed floor in the kitchen and by the three compartment sinks are soiled with grease and old food debris.
36-01-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles in disrepair.
36-17-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed food items on the floor in the back kitchen area.
08B-47-4
Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed raw ducks hanging on the wall in the back of the kitchen wall. The operator removed all ducks to the reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-36-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters greasy. Observed reach in cooler
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of the cook line reach in cooler soiled.
22-16-4
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed broken unused refrigerator inside the kitchen area.
33-31-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with grease. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Wei Chinese & Asian Food last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Wei Chinese & Asian Food on file is from Jan 16, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Wei Chinese & Asian Food?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Wei Chinese & Asian Food.
How does Wei Chinese & Asian Food compare to other restaurants in Coral Gables?
Wei Chinese & Asian Food most recently scored 35 out of 100, which is lower than the Coral Gables average of 68.
Has Wei Chinese & Asian Food's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Wei Chinese & Asian Food have averaged around 15 violations per visit, up from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Wei Chinese & Asian Food 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 Wei Chinese & Asian Food inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Wei Chinese & Asian Food is inspected around two times per year on average.
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