BABETTE AT LA JOLLA
301 ALCAZAR AVE, Coral Gables FL 33134 · 305-460-0047
Last inspected May 8, 2026 · 7 visits since January 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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. Form provided via email.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
May 8, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at cook line.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at restroom.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle without any label.
Ceiling tile missing.
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed, walk in freezer in disrepair.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed by dishwashing area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed filters soiled.
Stored food not covered. Observed at walk in cooler cooked beef not in cooling process, uncovered.
Oct 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Cook line.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed at kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed at cook bag with carrots on floor.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Kitchen needs a deep cleaning.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Vending machine exterior soiled.
Walk in cooler vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Apr 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority9 Intermediate7 Basic
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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. Form provided via email.
Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
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. Forms provided via email to the chef while conducting the routine inspection.
No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. See stop sale.
Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided while conducting the routine inspection
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Form provided while conducting the routine inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Sauces inside walk in cooler.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Paella's trays on floor between equipments.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Cookline under the grill/ stove.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Stored food not covered. Observed at drawers under the stove, beef not wrapped.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Food containers must be labeled in walk in cooler.
Dec 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Faucet leaking at three compartment sink.
Jun 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Faucet at three compartment sink leaking water.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jun 11, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 25, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Reach in cooler at cook line.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.