BAGEL EMPORIUM

Name: BAGEL EMPORIUM
Address: 1238 S DIXIE HWY, CORAL GABLES, FL, 33146, US
Rating: 41

1238 S DIXIE HWY, CORAL GABLES, FL 33146

License #2328437

☕ Café/Breakfast ℹ️

41 Grade F / 100

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September 24, 2025 · 20 findings · 3 critical

Routine - Food

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BAGEL EMPORIUM in CORAL GABLES currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 41 out of 100 — an F grade — a serious pattern of repeat or critical violations. This restaurant has been inspected 7 times from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on September 24, 2025. Across those visits, inspectors documented 115 total violations — 13 critical, 11 major, 91 minor.

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Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[29-09-4] Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed at hand sink at cook line.
[36-17-5] Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed throughout.
[22-20-5] Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at ice machine at waiters station.
[14-01-5] Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in containers of corn meal and flour.
[51-11-4] Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at kitchen .
[36-36-4] Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing tiles throughout kitchen.
[32-12-6] Covered waste receptacle not provided in womens bathroom.
[14-17-4] Dry storage shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
[40-06-5] Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed at cook line reach in coolers employee personal drinks and food stored on top and with establishment items.
[08B-12-5] Full text of violation Observed at standing reach in cooler container of chicken tenders and hash browns not covered.
[14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at reach in freezer at entrance of kitchen.
[10-01-5] In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in containers of cinnamon and flour.
[22-08-4] Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed at ovens at cook line.
[22-16-4] Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at all reach in coolers.
[29-20-5] Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed at hand sink at cook line.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen.
[08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed container of pooled eggs stored over uncovered container of cooked bacon and sliced cheeses.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter flip top cooler cut melons (55F - Cold Holding); macaroni salad (47F - Cold Holding). As per operator less than 2 hours.
[03F-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed at front counter egg noodles not time marked. As per operator was placed at 8am. Operator placed time marked onto container.
[31B-06-4] Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed at hand sink at cook line.

Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[51-11-4] Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed for three tanks not secured at back exit door.
[36-36-4] Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing tiles throughout kitchen.
[14-17-4] Dry storage shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed prep cooler lid at front counter broken.
[29-09-4] Faucet/handle in disrepair at plumbing fixture. Observed at hand sink at cook line.
[36-17-5] Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed throughout.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed raw shell eggs stored on the floor in walk in cooler.
[14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at reach in freezer at entrance of kitchen.
[10-20-4] In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed stored on fryer handle. Employee removed.
[10-01-5] In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed utensil handle stored in container of flour and sugar.
[22-08-4] Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed at ovens at cook line.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen.
[42-01-4] Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
[08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw hamburger patties stored over hash browns in reach in freezer.
[31B-02-4] No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter hand sink and at hand sink at exit door.
[31B-06-4] Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed at hand sink at cook line. Operator replaced batteries.

Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[22-20-5] Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at ice machine at lobby area.
[14-01-5] Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed I. Containers of sugar and flour.
[51-11-4] Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at soda refill area in kitchen next to large bagel oven.
[36-36-4] Ceiling tile missing. Observed throughout kitchen area.
[36-32-5] Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed throughout establishment.
[35A-03-4] Dead roaches on premises. Observed near drains under dish machine in kitchen area, 2 dead roaches. Operator swept and discarded dead roaches.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets at several reach in coolers torn and missing.
[35B-01-4] Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at rear exit door of kitchen.
[36-17-5] Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed throughout kitchen area.
[14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at standing reach in freezer at entrance of kitchen.
[10-01-5] In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in containers of flour, scoop handles not above food item.
[22-16-4] Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at cook line and front counter reach in coolers.
[08B-12-5] Stored food not covered. Observed in entrance reach in freezer containers of sausage patties and fries uncovered.
[42-01-4] Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed at rear exit of kitchen in mop bucket.
[31A-11-4] Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink at front counter used as dump sink for ice and drinks. Operator cleaned sink.

Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[14-69-4] At time of callback inspection still observed ice build up.
[21-04-4] At time of callback inspection still observed wiping cloth under cutting board.
[23-03-4] At time of callback inspection still observed gaskets soiled.
[36-17-5] At time of callback inspection still observed floor tiles missing.
[22-20-5] At time of callback inspection still observed ice bin soiled.
[14-01-5] At time of callback inspection still observed in a container of flour at dry storage area.
[51-11-4] At time of callback inspection still observed carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
[36-32-5] At time of callback inspection still observed ceiling tiles in disrepair.
[36-34-5] At time of callback inspection still observed ceiling vents soiled.
[14-74-7] At time of callback inspection observed cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Ambient internal temperature 48F.
[50-09-4] At time of callback inspection still observed current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
[35B-01-4] At time of callback inspection still observed door gap.
[36-08-4] At time of callback inspection still observed floor and wall junctures not coved throughout kitchen floor area.
[22-16-4] At time of callback inspection still observed reach in coolers soiled.
[08B-12-5] At time of callback inspection observed 3 trays of cooked poultry uncovered.
[42-01-4] At time of callback inspection still observed wet mop not hung to dry properly.
[01B-01-4] At time of callback inspection observed 3 dented cans in dry storage area 2 Chopped Clams 1 Corn beef hash.
[03A-02-5] At time of callback inspection observed at front counter reach in cooler smoked salmon (72F - Cold Holding); cream cheese (48F - Cold Holding). As per operator was prepped less than 1 hour ago.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[22-20-5] Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
[14-01-5] Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in a container of flour at dry storage area.
[51-11-4] Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at soda syrup storage area of kitchen.
[36-32-5] Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed throughout kitchen area ceiling tiles sagging and cracked.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen area.
[14-74-7] Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed at front counter cooler across from bagel display. Ambient internal temperature 58F.
[50-09-4] Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
[35B-01-4] Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
[36-08-4] Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed throughout kitchen floor area.
[36-17-5] Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed throughout kitchen area.
[14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
[10-07-4] In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line, whisk stored in container of standing water. Chef discarded the water.
[21-04-4] In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at prep table next to cook line.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed at reach in coolers in kitchen area as well as reach in cooler at from counter, gaskets all soiled.
[12B-13-4] Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed in reach in cooler next to cook line. And open can of tea. Operator removed can from reach in cooler.
[22-16-4] Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at reach in coolers in the kitchen as well as reach in coolers at front counter area.
[08B-12-5] Stored food not covered. Observed in walk in cooler, containers of cooked poultry uncovered.
[42-01-4] Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed at back of kitchen near exit door.
[01B-01-4] Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed at dry storage shelf, 2 sausage gravy can, jiff peanut butter can, apple sauce can and stuffed vine leaves with rice can all dented.
[12A-07-5] Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed at front runners station, employee begin to place new gloves on to begin work with washing hands. Coached employee on proper hand wash and glove use methods. Employee washed hands.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter reach in cooler smoked salmon (51F - Cold Holding); cream cheese (51F - Cold Holding). As per operator for less than 3 hours. Operator removed and placed into another cooler to rapid cool items.
[03F-10-5] No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Provided operator with time as public health control form. Operator filled out for for items using time during inspection.
[16-59-1] Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Observed at dish machine, chlorine sanitizer not dispensing. Advised operator to utilize three compartment sink to sanitize dishes.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[22-20-5] Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
[36-36-4] Ceiling tile missing. Observed above standing reach in freezer.
[36-32-5] Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed in the kitchen.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed for the vents located above cookline.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn and in disrepair,large salad unit, prep unit opposite cookline.
[35B-01-4] Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door.
[36-17-5] Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed by the bagel section,front counter.
[10-12-5] In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored on top of ice machine.
[22-08-4] Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed for the convection oven
[14-73-4] No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed at the cookline.
[25-06-4] Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed togo food containers not stored inverted,observed at the front counter.
[50-17-3] Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
[08A-20-5] Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs stored above raw salmon located in the prep cooler by the stove.
[01B-02-5] Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. prep unit ; herring (51F - Cold Holding)as per operator from yesterday.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. prep unit ,front counter,; herring (51F - Cold Holding)as per operator from yesterday. Prep unit,front counter: cream cheese (49F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (49F - Cold Holding) as per operator about 2 hrs ago, operator removed to walk-in cooler for rapid cooling.Corrected Action Taken.
[11-27-4] 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.
[31B-02-4] No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the front counter.
[11-26-1] 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.
[31B-03-4] No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the front counter.
[03F-10-5] No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed for the cooked pasta. Provided operator with form,completed on site.