BAGEL COVE RESTAURANT AND DELI
19003 BISCAYNE BLVD, Aventura FL 33180 · 305.682.4991
Last inspected Jul 17, 2026 · 14 visits since October 2023
DEC 24
AUG 25
FEB 26
APR 26
JUL 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 18 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,000
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2018050761 | Sep 25, 2018 | Oct 29, 2018 | $400 |
| 1--2018047762 | Sep 10, 2018 | Oct 18, 2018 | $600 |
Inspection history
14 visits, newest first
Jul 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Observed hand washing sink in deli station being used as a dump sink. Advised manager Handwash sink cannot be used for purposes other than handwashing. Advised manager and she cleaned sink.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor in deli station. Manager moved to shelf.
Apr 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Observed raw shell eggs stored over pancake batter in reach in cooler. Advised manager who then coached employee on proper food storage and rearranged.
Food storage container cracked or broken. Manager discarded.
Observed cases of take out containers stored on floor in dry storage area. Manager moved to shelf.
Water leaking from pipe under prep sink in kitchen area. Per manager she is aware and called maintenance to repair.
Feb 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Observed establishment offering raw salmon, raw white and poached eggs. However, Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense lentils and breadcrumbs. Manager discarded bowls.
Plumbing system in disrepair missing cold nozzle on hand washing sink in ware wash area.
Raw avocado not washed prior to preparation. Manager instructed chef to wash immediately.
Feb 5, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 17, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink removed from kitchen area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed.
Observed establishment undergoing renovation and plans submitted does not match current layout. Observed Wall in kitchen area and ware wash area removed, handwashing sink and 3 compartment sink in ware wash area in different location, prep sink in kitchen area removed, waiter station converted into storage closet with no food only furniture and no mop sink added. Called plan review and they advised that establishment must resubmit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Provided plan review packet to operator.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment.
Aug 26, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw roast beef stored over various ready to eat salads in front counter cooler. Manager removed.
Handwash sink removed from kitchen area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed.
Observed establishment undergoing renovation and plans submitted does not match current layout. Observed Wall in kitchen area and ware wash area removed, handwashing sink and 3 compartment sink in ware wash area in different location, prep sink in kitchen area removed, waiter station converted into storage closet with no food only furniture and no mop sink added. Called plan review and they advised that establishment must resubmit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Provided plan review packet to operator.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment.
Dec 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed sausage links being stored in non food grade bags. Located in freezer. Advised manager and she removed.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed utensils stored in hand washing sink behind front counter. Advised manager and she removed.
Observed oranges not washed prior to preparation. Chef removed from cardboard box, washed and placed in plastic container.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pastrami thawing in standing water. Located on prep table. Manager removed.
Nov 25, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Observed establishment offering raw salmon. However menu does not identify that items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Located behind front counter.
Nov 21, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Observed establishment offering raw salmon. However menu does not identify that items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Emailed to manager to print and post.
Ceiling tile missing. Located in kitchen area.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean pans stored on floor. Manager instructed employee to move to shelf.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Located throughout kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed bags of bagels on floor in kitchen area. Chef moved to shelf.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Located behind front counter.
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in kitchen area that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles.
Jul 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Located throughout kitchen area.
Mar 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Floor tiles missing and in disrepair. Located throughout kitchen area.
Mar 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed various vegetables being stored in thank you bags. Located in walk in cooler. Manager instructed employee to remove.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed dishes being stored in hand washing sink. Located in warewash area. Manager removed.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee hat being stored on prep table. Manager instructed employee to remove.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Located throughout kitchen area.
Interior of ice machine door in disrepair and has exposed insulation.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Located in kitchen area.
Dec 7, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed mucinex being stored on top of container of oats. Manager removed.
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee come from outside and began working without washing hands only putting on gloves. Advised manager and she instructed employee to remove gloves and wash hands.
Handwash sink removed from kitchen area due to renovation. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Nearest sink in both warewash area and prep area.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment remodeling kitchen. Various sinks and kitchen equipment removed. False wall and black tarp used to divide kitchen. Per plan review no updated plans on file. Provided plan review referral and packet.
Ceiling in disrepair due to renovation. Area not in use.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Floor tiles missing and in disrepair. Located throughout kitchen area.
Observed wall in disrepair due to kitchen renovation. Area not in use.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Throughout kitchen and prep area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Located on prep table.
Oct 24, 2023Inspection 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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Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Located throughout kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed container of food being stored on floor in walk in cooler. Manager instructed employee to move to shelf.
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.