Babette at La Jolla in Coral Gables

Last inspected:

301 Alcazar Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33134
Overview

Babette at La Jolla in Coral Gables has had 25 inspections on record from 2016 to present, accumulating 150 total violations and averaging 6.0 violations per inspection, slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced any emergency closures. High-priority violations have included hand washing failures, improper chemical storage, employee health policy violations, and food sourcing issues, with hand washing and chemical storage cited repeatedly across multiple inspections. A fire safety violation documented in 2016 involved a propane tank larger than code-allowed capacity stored inside the building. The most recent inspection on October 28, 2025 resulted in 18 violations including hand washing and chemical storage failures, and was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

26Inspections
158Violations
0Closures
1Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Babette at La Jolla in Coral Gables: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 6.1 violations / inspection 6.1 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg 6.7 violations / inspection 6.7 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg 0.13 closures / facility 0.13 county average

Babette at La Jolla in Coral Gables: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed 5 propane tanks inside closet where mop sink is located.

Babette at La Jolla in Coral Gables: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)

— 1 inspection7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections11 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 4 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections26 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections24 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued

Babette at La Jolla in Coral Gables: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Babette at La Jolla in Coral Gables last inspected?
Babette at La Jolla in Coral Gables was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 8, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Babette at La Jolla in Coral Gables?
The most frequently cited violations at Babette at La Jolla in Coral Gables are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing.
How many health inspections has Babette at La Jolla in Coral Gables had?
Babette at La Jolla in Coral Gables has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Babette at La Jolla in Coral Gables find?
Babette at La Jolla in Coral Gables was most recently inspected on May 8, 2026 with 8 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Babette at La Jolla in Coral Gables ever been shut down?
No, Babette at La Jolla in Coral Gables has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
Has Babette at La Jolla in Coral Gables had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Babette at La Jolla in Coral Gables has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Babette at La Jolla in Coral Gables operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: La Jolla Restaurant (2016).

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