FONTANA RESTAURANT
1200 ANASTASIA AVE, Coral Gables FL 33134 · (305)445-1926
Last inspected Dec 11, 2025 · 7 visits since August 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 16 points off where it started.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs stored at room temperature at kitchen line, as per chef for less than an hour, chef placed raw shell eggs in ice bath.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $120
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2014040341 | Aug 26, 2014 | Jan 8, 2015 | $120 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Dec 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs stored at room temperature at kitchen line, as per chef for less than an hour, chef placed raw shell eggs in ice bath.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Alfredo sauce (51F - Cold Holding); clam juice (50F - Cold Holding) at flip top unit kitchen line, as per chef less than four hours, chef moved items to reach in freezer for rapid cooling.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwashing sinks use next to flip top unit area, staff refilled unit.
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed auxiliary cutting boards with marks not longer cleanable.
Aug 13, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at dish machine washing area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in disrepair at cook line.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler door interior soiled at pasta station. Observed bottom interior of cooler drawers soiled at pasta station.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at washing area.
Aug 12, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed goat cheese filling (63F - Cold Holding); mushroom stock (66F - Cold Holding) on pasta station. As per operator for less than 4 hrs. Operator added ice for rapid cooling.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed grill wire brush heavily soiled used to clean griddle. Next to freezer at cook line.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed throughout cook line area.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at dish machine washing area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in disrepair at cook line.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler door interior soiled at pasta station. Observed bottom interior of cooler drawers soiled at pasta station.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at washing area.
Utensils in poor condition. Observed grill wire brush used to clean griddle with heavy rust buildup on the metal bristles next to freezer at cook line.
Mar 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced turkey (62F - Cold at drawer reach in cooler under grill, as per chef less than 4 hours, chef moved product into reach in freezer for rapid cooling.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener several soiled cut boards at different preparation tables all throughout the establishment.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwashing sink by 3 compartment sink area.
Raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters from different original containers mixed together prior to preparation for service. Observed 3 different fresh clams batches commingled at front kitchen Drawer Reach-in coolers.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed next to soda dispenser machine rear kitchen.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed all throughout the kitchen preparation tables.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice serving scoops in standing water, coached staff to maintain running water at all times.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach-in cooler gasket soiled at dessert station.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed across from 3 compartment sink area and by dishwasher machine.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed quad sanitizer bucket at 0ppm
Dec 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Front prep table at La Fontana kitchen exhibition. Chef sent prep table for cleaning.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board at the Fontana exhibition needs to be replaced. Employee removed cutting table.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door gaskets at cook line.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler gaskets torn at La Fontana exhibition kitchen. Observed at dishwashing are some issues namely no termination to proper drainage on slop trough and sink basin missing from dish machine pre rinse area.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at garbage are standing water that is creating bad odor plus flies and overall not looking good for the Hotel. The accumulated water apparently is coming from the building's gutters and cleaning of the facility.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at Fontana exhibition kitchen several tiles missing and broken.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Cook line.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Main cook line.
May 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed green cutting board soiled with black mold like substance at preparation table at main kitchen.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing over main dish machine.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed red cutting board on storage rack at ware washing area. Employee discarded the cutting board.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan cover soiled at bakery.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed 2 on preparation table at gegarde manger station. Employees removed the towels.
Aug 4, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Salad station.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Cook line
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Dishwashing area.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Drawers at kitchen, cook line.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. At cook line.
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