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DELIGHTS OF BEIRUT

6907 RED ROAD, Coral Gables FL 33143 · 7865350038

Last inspected Aug 11, 2026 · 7 visits since August 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats32
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2333136
Grade history
MAR 24
AUG 24
JUL 25
NOV 25
AUG 26
▲ GETTING WORSE

5 inspections trending down, 34 points off where it started.

Worst finding on record
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed 2 live insects on container of sesame seeds in kitchen area.
High priority/35A-09-4/Warning
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Inspection history

7 visits, newest first

Aug 11, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on knife magnet.
Intermediate/22-31-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Aug 11, 2026 · Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage in men's restroom.
Basic/36-32-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 11, 2026 · Time Extended
Aug 10, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 7 live flies on containers of dry food on rack in kitchen area. Observed 1 live fly on spoon hanging on rack next to mop sink above prep table in kitchen area.
High priority/35A-02-8/Warning
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed 2 live insects on container of sesame seeds in kitchen area.
High priority/35A-09-4/Warning
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottles with chemicals hanging on tack with to go containers.
High priority/41-10-4/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled dry food shelves. Observed soiled can opener.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink next to reach in freezer with hose and sponge inside.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on knife magnet.
Intermediate/22-31-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage in men's restroom.
Basic/36-32-5/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents with dust accumulation.
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy.
Basic/51-18-6/Warning
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
Basic/14-20-4/Warning
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed above triple sink.
Basic/24-18-4/Warning
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler.
Basic/14-17-4/Warning
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed stained walls in kitchen.
Basic/36-27-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Nov 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
Show 16 findings ▾
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed in walk in cooler: cooked rice (47F - Cooling). As per operator, made prior night.
High priority/03D-02-5
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Observed in walk in cooler: cooked rice (47F - Cooling). As per operator, made prior night.
High priority/01B-36-5
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed cleaner on dish rack with clean plates and above utensils.
High priority/41-10-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink in men's restroom.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed under prep tables where cutting board and bowls are stored.
Intermediate/22-31-4
Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. Observed perfume on countertop next to hand sink. Operator removed during inspection.
Intermediate/41-04-4
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen.
Basic/36-34-5
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed water bottle on shelf above prep table outside of walk in cooler. Observed water bottle on prep table above reach in across fryer.
Basic/12B-07-4
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed glasses on top of shelf above prep table outside of walk in cooler.
Basic/40-06-5
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed in walk in cooler under shelving.
Basic/36-73-4/Repeat Violation
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at front counter.
Basic/36-17-5
Food stored on floor. Observed case of onions on floor on walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand sink at front entrance.
Basic/31B-04-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood system soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in walk in cooler.
Basic/22-16-4
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in kitchen.
Basic/36-27-5/Repeat Violation
Jul 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 25 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority8 Intermediate14 Basic
Show 25 findings ▾
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee exit kitchen and come back without handwashing. Inspector went over handwashing with employees.
High priority/12A-16-4
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in walk in cooler raw beef and chicken over produce. Employees changed order during inspection.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter; no breaker.
High priority/29-42-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelves where dry food is kept. Observed soiled spoon in kitchen in use where salt is.
Intermediate/22-02-4
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed chlorine and quat sanitizer; no test kit available.
Intermediate/16-37-1
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at both hand sinks in kitchen and prep area.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
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. Observed no form or training provided. The following employee on site: Heigel; 1 month of work. Inspector printed and manager and employee signed copy.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning/Corrected On-Site
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink in kitchen.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on knife magnet.
Intermediate/22-31-4
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no proof of any training. The following employee on site: Heigel, 1 month of work.
Intermediate/53B-13-5/Warning
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed on floor at from counter.
Intermediate/41-17-4
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Basic/36-34-5
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no cover in women's restroom for garbage can.
Basic/32-12-6
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with food debris inside walk in cooler.
Basic/36-73-4
Food stored on floor. Observed tahini cases on floor next to triple sink. Observed oil on floor outside of walk in freezer. Employees moved all items to proper shelf storage.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in reach in and walk in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed under board in prep area.
Basic/21-04-4
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed at microwave.
Basic/22-08-4
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email.
Basic/51-13-4/Corrective Action Taken
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood system soiled. Observed soiled gaskets in multiple reach in coolers.
Basic/23-03-4
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Basic/16-46-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in freezer with food debris.
Basic/22-16-4
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at front counter.
Basic/14-33-4
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Basic/36-27-5
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar with no label at front counter.
Basic/02D-01-5
Aug 20, 2024Inspection 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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Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed at front counter hand wash sink. Hot water valve turned off. Operator turned on hot water at sink during inspection.
Intermediate/27-16-5/Corrected On-Site
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in walk in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed faucet handle at front counter hand wash broken.
Basic/29-08-4
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed at mop sink.
Basic/42-01-4
Mar 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license dated October 1, 2023. Operator paid license renewal during inspection.
High priority/50-17-3/Corrected On-Site
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic gallon of cooking oil stored on floor. Employee placed onto shelf during inspection.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed at three compartment sink on floor. Employee placed onto lower shelf.
Basic/21-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed ziplock bags of sugar not labeled. Employee labeled during inspection.
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Aug 28, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade. Employee start cleaning during inspection.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a plastic jar inside of hand wash sink at the back. Employee removed during inspection.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed in unisex bathroom.
Basic/32-12-5

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.