ALHAMBRA STATION CAFE
255 ALHAMBRA CIR STE 170, Coral Gables FL 33134
Last inspected Jan 9, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2023
5 inspections trending down, 15 points off where it started.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw shell eggs next to green salad.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw shell eggs next to green salad.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washing utensils inside hand sink located at.
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Twenty (20) foot-candles of light not provided inside equipment where food is stored.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
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Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Observed at hand sink located at front prep area.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed at cook line.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Twenty (20) foot-candles of light not provided inside equipment where food is stored.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 2 high priority.
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge failed to notify the division of employee diagnosed with Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Shigella spp., Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli, Typhoid fever (caused by Salmonella Typhi) or Salmonella (nontyphoidal). Provided to operator while conducting the inspection.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
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