FIVE GUYS BURGERS AND FRIES
1540 S DIXIE HWY, Coral Gables FL 33146 · 305-740-5972
Last inspected Jul 30, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed reach in freezer sautéed mushrooms (48F - Cold Holding). As per cook since 8am.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 30, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
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. Observed establishment unable to provide proof of any training for employees.
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 operator unable to provide proof that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report illness.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at fryer area grease build up on floors.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed for cook line and front counter reach in coolers.
Mar 6, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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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. Observed no training available for any current employee.
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 none available.
Jan 5, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at outside hose faucet next to kitchen exit door.
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. Observed no training available for any current employee.
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 none available.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees personal water bottle stored on clean equipment during rack. Manager removed.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed leaking from reach in cooler next to shake machine.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at cooler next to shake machine.
Aug 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout cook line area of kitchen as well as in lobby area, floors soiled. Employee began to clean during inspection.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at reach in cooler next to shake machine. Employee cleaned during inspection.
Apr 21, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at back exit door.
Feb 20, 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 Intermediate1 Basic
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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. Observed manager unable to locate any employee training for all employees.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hand sink at front counter at max temperature of 80F after 10 minutes of running water.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at back exit door.
Feb 19, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed reach in freezer sautéed mushrooms (48F - Cold Holding). As per cook since 8am.
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed at prep table cut lettuce (50F - Cooling); sliced tomatoes (49F - cooling). As per cook since 8am. Operator removed to discard.
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. Observed manager unable to locate any employee training for all employees.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at women's bathroom.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hand sink at front counter at max temperature of 80F after 10 minutes of running water.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at back exit door.
Aug 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line sliced cheese (57F - Cold Holding). As per operator for about 2 hours. Operator placed into ice bath to cool.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at back door.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed for towel dispenser next to three compartment sink. Operator replace roll and dispenser was operable.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at pathway of three compartment sink. Manager cleaned up water.
Mar 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed by the back door,outside.
Open dumpster lid.
Oct 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door.
Open dumpster lid.
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.