Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in Coral Gables

Last inspected:

10901 Old Cutler Rd, Coral Gables, FL 33156
Overview

Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in Coral Gables operated a 190-seat food service facility with 18 inspections on record between 2023 and January 2026, documenting 108 total violations. The facility averaged 6.0 violations per inspection, slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. Employee health reporting violations appeared in at least 4 inspections, and food contact surface violations were cited repeatedly across the inspection period. The facility experienced no emergency closures. A disciplinary action resulted in a $160 fine. A fire safety violation was documented in October 2019 when a portable fire extinguisher was found locked in a cabinet with no means of access. The most recent inspection on January 20, 2026 was completed with no further action required, documenting one high-priority violation for consumer advisory and violations in food contact surfaces and basic compliance areas.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

18Inspections
108Violations
0Closures
1Fire
$160in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in Coral Gables: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 6 violations / inspection 6 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

Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in Coral Gables: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $160.00

Disciplinary action history for Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in Coral Gables
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
1--2016016305 $160.00 Feb 29, 2016 Miami (Doral)

Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in Coral Gables: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Food-Licensing Inspection · 45-03-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher in a locked cabinet with no means of access. For reporting purposes only.

Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in Coral Gables: Full Inspection History — DBPR (18)

— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— 2 inspections11 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Administrative complaint recommended

Basic Violations

— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections30 violations · 22 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in Coral Gables: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in Coral Gables last inspected?
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in Coral Gables was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 20, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in Coral Gables?
The most frequently cited violations at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in Coral Gables are: Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils, Consumer advisory.
How many health inspections has Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in Coral Gables had?
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in Coral Gables has had 18 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in Coral Gables find?
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in Coral Gables was most recently inspected on January 20, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in Coral Gables ever been shut down?
No, Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in Coral Gables has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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 V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
Has Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in Coral Gables had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in Coral Gables has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in Coral Gables faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in Coral Gables has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
How much has Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in Coral Gables been fined?
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in Coral Gables has been fined a total of $160.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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