Xochimex Cantina Grill

2209 Ponce De Leon, Coral Gables, FL 33134

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Feb 10, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Across the available record, Xochimex Cantina Grill has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2022. On Feb 10, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around six violations lately compared to roughly three violations before.

Across the inspection history, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.

By comparison, the average Coral Gables facility scores 68, putting Xochimex Cantina Grill on the weaker side. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 10, 2026

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint**

50-17-3

High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.

12A-09-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled.

22-02-4

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.

24-05-4

Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Underneath three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**

36-03-4

Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Corrected On-Site**

33-16-4

Aug 26, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Owner made payment. **Corrected On-Site**

50-17-3

Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.

05-10-4

Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law.

02D-02-4

Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.

36-03-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. **Corrected On-Site**

10-08-5

Mar 21, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.

50-17-3

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener.

22-02-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Underneath three compartment sink.

36-03-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Bowls stored on floor.

25-05-4

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Three compartment sink.

29-11-4

Sep 9, 2024

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed disposable on floor at prep area.

25-05-4

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

10-07-4

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.

21-04-4

Apr 30, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Feb 16, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 5 violations

High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Operator discarded the item.

01B-01-4

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 - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled.

22-02-4

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.

53A-01-7

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.

21-12-4

Aug 4, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures of cooked time/temperature control for safety food.

05-13-5

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.

13-03-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Tortilla chips stored in front of walk in cooler.

08B-38-4

Apr 10, 2023

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Clean containers inside hand sink at hand sink.

31A-11-4

Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.

05-10-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled.

22-02-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed at storage area bag with ships stored on floor.

08B-38-4

Sep 22, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint**

50-17-2

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Grill utensils stored inside hand sink.

31A-11-4

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.

53A-01-7

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Prep area.

31B-02-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Several cases with plastic drinks and disposable lids on floor

08B-38-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Utensils at front counter stored on floor.

25-05-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Xochimex Cantina Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Xochimex Cantina Grill on file is from Feb 10, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Xochimex Cantina Grill?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Xochimex Cantina Grill.

How does Xochimex Cantina Grill compare to other restaurants in Coral Gables?

Xochimex Cantina Grill most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Coral Gables average of 68.

Has Xochimex Cantina Grill's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Xochimex Cantina Grill have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Xochimex Cantina 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 Xochimex Cantina Grill inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Xochimex Cantina Grill is inspected around three times per year on average.

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