CHRISTYS
3101 PONCE DE LEON BLVD, Coral Gables FL 33134 · (305)446-5390
Last inspected Jun 5, 2026 · 7 visits since January 2024
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5 inspections within 24 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef over raw lamb chops inside reach in cooler in line. Operator stored meats correctly.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jun 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
Water pressure lacking at hand sink located at prep area. that require the use of water.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed at hand sink located right besides the ice machine.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at walk in cooler.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Inside walk in cooler.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Manager removed the scoop.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed at cook line. Employee was required to wash knives.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Scoops for ice in standing water.
Dec 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine sanitizer dishwasher machine at bar area 0ppm, instructed staff to use main dishwasher machine while this is fix.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed steel wool stored in handwashing sink prep area.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed some auxiliary cutting boards cutting boards.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at walk in freezer unit.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed at prep table kitchen line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan dusted, observed walk in cooler gaskets soiled.
Jun 11, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Chlorine sanitizer dishwasher Machine at bar area 0 ppm, instructed manager to use kitchen machine while dishwasher is operational.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Bread stored in non food grade bags at walk-in freezer.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For quad 3 compartment sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Ceiling tile missing. At bar preparation area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. At cooking line area.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. At unisex employees bathroom.
Food stored on floor. Bread bags in walk-in freezer
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk-in cooler fan cover dusted/soiled.
Dec 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef over raw lamb chops inside reach in cooler in line. Operator stored meats correctly.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic cup stored inside cinnamon powder container inside dry storage. Operator removed cup.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling vents inside kitchen.
Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean cutting board stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed cutting board from floor.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil plastic containers stored on dry storage floor. Operator removed containers from floor.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven handle in kitchen. Operator removed tongs.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed on prep table inside kitchen. Operator removed towel.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled oven interior in kitchen.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in front of cook line.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour and sugar containers unlabeled inside dry storage. Operator labeled containers.
Jun 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled. Cook took it to the dishwashing area.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Kitchen.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Prep area, kitchen.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Manager took it the the handwashing area.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Cook line.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Dishwashing area.
Jan 31, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 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/
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Employees restroom
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Big pot at dishwashing area.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. By walk in freezer entrance.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at cook line underneath the stove.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Stove at cook line.
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.