Bistro Cafe in Coral Gables
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4155 Laguna St, Coral Gables, FL 33146Bistro Cafe has accumulated 72 violations across 10 inspections since January 2022, averaging 7.2 violations per inspection—significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been a persistent problem, particularly in employee health reporting, hand washing, and approved food sources. Employee health policy violations appeared in at least 4 inspections, and proper hand/arm washing violations were cited in 5 of the 10 inspections on record. The facility has never been emergency-closed. A complaint inspection on April 12, 2024 resulted in a Warning Issued after 10 violations were found, including 4 high-priority findings. The facility has incurred $320 in fines from one disciplinary action. The most recent inspection on March 26, 2026 identified 10 violations and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Bistro Cafe in Coral Gables: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
Bistro Cafe in Coral Gables: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $320.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2024022717 | $320.00 | Jan 17, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale |
Bistro Cafe in Coral Gables: Full Inspection History — DBPR (11)
— 2 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections29 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Bistro Cafe in Coral Gables: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Bistro Cafe in Coral Gables last inspected?
- Bistro Cafe in Coral Gables was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 14, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Bistro Cafe in Coral Gables?
- The most frequently cited violations at Bistro Cafe in Coral Gables are: Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing, Proper sewage disposal.
- How many health inspections has Bistro Cafe in Coral Gables had?
- Bistro Cafe in Coral Gables has had 11 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Bistro Cafe in Coral Gables find?
- Bistro Cafe in Coral Gables was most recently inspected on September 14, 2026 with 8 violation(s), including 4 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Bistro Cafe in Coral Gables ever been shut down?
- No, Bistro Cafe in Coral Gables has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- 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.
- Has Bistro Cafe in Coral Gables faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Bistro Cafe in Coral Gables has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $320.00 in fines.
- How much has Bistro Cafe in Coral Gables been fined?
- Bistro Cafe in Coral Gables has been fined a total of $320.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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