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GABLES BISTRO

7360 SW 24 ST STE 19/20, Miami FL 33135 · 3052830723

Last inspected Jul 15, 2026 · 12 visits since October 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats180
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2318843
Grade history
MAY 24
OCT 24
FEB 25
DEC 25
MAY 26
▼ IMPROVING

5 inspections trending up, 27 points better than where it started.

Worst finding on record
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on 10-01-23.
High priority/50-17-3/Admin Complaint
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Inspection history

12 visits, newest first

Jul 15, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Genaro Soto 3/11/21 certificate expired.
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning/Return visit Jul 15, 2026 · Time Extended
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler shelf in back dry storage area with rusted shelf.
Basic/14-33-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 15, 2026 · Observed reach in cooler shelf in back dry storage area with rusted shelf. Time Extended
May 14, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.

0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Genaro Soto 3/11/21 certificate expired.
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed clear spray bottle containing degreaser with no label near chemical storage area. Operator labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler located in back dry storage area with soiled interior.
Basic/22-16-4/Warning
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler shelf in back dry storage area with rusted shelf.
Basic/14-33-4/Warning
Dec 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation area inside kitchen.
Basic/36-37-5/Repeat Violation
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed no current license displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on prep table next to stove.
Basic/14-09-4
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket at reach in cooler next to exit door.
Basic/14-11-5
Food stored on floor. Observed three 5 gallons of oil stored on the floor. Operator removed.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gasket at reach in cooler under prep table next to stove.
Basic/23-03-4
Apr 29, 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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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles at ware washing area above dish machine not smooth and easily cleaned.
Basic/36-37-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Feb 20, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 29, 2025 · Time Extended
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 Intermediate2 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed two employees Diarelys, Rosmely more than sixty days no proof of training.
Intermediate/53B-02-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Feb 20, 2025 · Time Extended
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed second double door cooler interior shelves rusting and pitting.
Intermediate/22-31-4/Warning/Return visit Feb 20, 2025 · Time Extended
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles at ware washing area above dish machine not smooth and easily cleaned.
Basic/36-37-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Feb 20, 2025 · Time Extended
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed ladies room no hand washing sign.
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning/Return visit Feb 20, 2025 · Time Extended
Feb 17, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed at single door; BEEF EMPANADAS (51F - Cold Holding); CHEESE EMPANADAS (50F - Cold Holding); CHICKEN EMPANADAS (51F - Cold Holding);SPINACH EMPANADAS (46F - cold holding) as per operator more than six hours.
High priority/03D-02-5/Warning
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed at single door reach in cooler next to office single door; BEEF EMPANADAS (51F - Cold Holding); CHEESE EMPANADAS (50F - Cold Holding); CHICKEN EMPANADAS (51F - Cold Holding);SPINACH EMPANADAS (46F - cold holding) as per operator more than six hours.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at single door reach in cooler next to office single door; BEEF EMPANADAS (51F - Cold Holding); CHEESE EMPANADAS (50F - Cold Holding); CHICKEN EMPANADAS (51F - Cold Holding);SPINACH EMPANADAS (46F - cold holding) as per operator, items received at room temperature from purveyor.
High priority/03A-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed RICE AND BEANS (112F - Hot Holding). Employee reheated to a final temperature of 175F.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed two employees Diarelys, Rosmely more than sixty days no proof of training.
Intermediate/53B-02-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed second double door cooler interior shelves rusting and pitting.
Intermediate/22-31-4/Warning
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles at ware washing area above dish machine not smooth and easily cleaned.
Basic/36-37-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed ladies room no hand washing sign.
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning
Oct 30, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Hot time/temperature control for safety food received at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed lentils (127F - Hot Holding); black beans (131F - Hot Holding); cooked rice (104F - Hot Holding) at steam table. As per owner, less than two hours. Observed CONGRI (90F-120F - Hot Holding) at room temperature at kitchen. As per manager, less than 2 hours.
High priority/03B-15-5/Warning/Return visit Oct 30, 2024 · Observe, cooked rice 125F, black beans 130F hot holding at steam table. As per employee, steam table was turned off thirty minutes prior. Advised employees to reheat products to 165F. Admin Complaint
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw chicken and raw beef stored in non food grade bag at reach in freezer at storage area.
High priority/14-31-5/Warning/Return visit Oct 30, 2024 · Observed raw chicken and raw beef stored in non food grade bag at reach in freezer at storage area. Time Extended
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over diced onions and tomatoes at reach in cooler at kitchen. Discussed with employee.
High priority/08A-05-6/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Oct 30, 2024 · Observed raw chicken stored over cut lettuce at reach in cooler. Time Extended
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed BEEF EMPANADAS (52F - Cold Holding); SPINACH EMPANADAS (56F - Cold Holding); HAM AMD CHEESE EMPANADAS (56F - Cold Holding) at 1 door reach in cooler at storage area. As per owner, products placed inside unit more than 4 hours prior.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning/Return visit Oct 30, 2024 · Observed congri(58F - cold holding) at room temperature on preparation table at kitchen. Manager voluntarily discarded congri. Observed SPINACH EMPANADAS (39F - Cold Holding); HAM AMD CHEESE EMPANADAS (38F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler at storage area. Admin Complaint Admin Complaint
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed hand washing sink next to steam table with no splash guard at kitchen area.
Basic/08B-36-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 30, 2024 · Observed hand washing sink next to steam table with no splash guard at kitchen area. Time Extended
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed sign missing at women's bathroom located at the banquet area.
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 30, 2024 · Observed sign missing at women's bathroom located at the banquet area. Time Extended
Oct 28, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 6 high priority.

6 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Hot time/temperature control for safety food received at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed lentils (127F - Hot Holding); black beans (131F - Hot Holding); cooked rice (104F - Hot Holding) at steam table. As per owner, less than two hours. Observed CONGRI (90F-120F - Hot Holding) at room temperature at kitchen. As per manager, less than 2 hours.
High priority/03B-15-5/Warning
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw chicken and raw beef stored in non food grade bag at reach in freezer at storage area.
High priority/14-31-5/Warning
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over diced onions and tomatoes at reach in cooler at kitchen. Discussed with employee.
High priority/08A-05-6/Repeat Violation/Warning
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed BEEF EMPANADAS (52F - Cold Holding); SPINACH EMPANADAS (56F - Cold Holding); HAM AMD CHEESE EMPANADAS (56F - Cold Holding) at 1 door reach in cooler at storage area. As per owner, products placed inside unit more than 4 hours prior.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed BEEF EMPANADAS (52F - Cold Holding); SPINACH EMPANADAS (56F - Cold Holding); HAM AMD CHEESE EMPANADAS (56F - Cold Holding) at 1 door reach in cooler at storage area. As per owner, products placed inside unit more than 4 hours prior.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a small can of WD40 stored in shelf over steam table next to cans of tuna.
High priority/41-10-4/Warning
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed hand washing sink next to steam table with no splash guard at kitchen area.
Basic/08B-36-4/Warning
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed sign missing at women's bathroom located at the banquet area.
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning
May 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

4 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed food stored inside thank you bags throughout the establishment.
High priority/14-31-5
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed p raw chicken over cooked pork at reach in cooler located at the back of the kitchen. Operator relocated products.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed chicken over beef and pork at reach in freezer. Operator relocated products.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ham croquetas (98F - Hot Holding); spinach empanadas (104F - Hot Holding) at front counter display as per operator less than 2 hours. Instructed operator to reheat products and did.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked congris and chicken not date marked for more than 24 hours.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed by the front counter of the establishment.
Basic/14-09-4
Equipment in poor repair. Observed Handle at reach in freezer handle located next to mob sink in disrepair.
Basic/14-11-5
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Basic/35B-01-4
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed Reach in cooler shelves rusted located by the back of the kitchen.
Basic/14-33-4
Jan 31, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on 10-01-23.
High priority/50-17-3/Admin Complaint/Return visit Jan 31, 2024 · Observed license expired on 10-01-23. Operator attempted to renew license via telephone during callback inspection. Admin Complaint Corrective Action Taken
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine with mold like substance.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Jan 31, 2024 · Observed interior of ice machine with mold like substance. Time Extended
Jan 24, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 5 high priority.

5 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed cook began cooking eggs, no hand wash.
High priority/12A-16-4
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on 10-01-23.
High priority/50-17-3/Admin Complaint
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs at room temperature near cook line. Operator put eggs inside reach in cooler.
High priority/03A-03-5/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut tomatoes (77F - Cold Holding) at room temperature across cook line. As per manager for approximately 3 hours. Observed beef empanadas (69F - Cold Holding) at room temperature across reach in freezer. As per manager for approximately 3 hours. Operator placed empanadas inside reach in cooler.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (129F - Hot Holding); rice (105F - Hot Holding) at steam table. As per manager for approximately 2 hours.
High priority/03B-01-6
Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed no water available when valves are open and hand sink not connected to plumbing at cook line.
Intermediate/31A-07-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator replenished paper towel.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed container of cooked beef in kitchen at reach in cooler. As per operator item was prepared on previous day.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine with mold like substance.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation
Oct 20, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded.

0 High priority1 Intermediate7 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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Return visit Feb 19, 2021 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 20, 2023 · No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. Admin Complaint
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Basic/32-04-4/Return visit Feb 19, 2021 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 20, 2023 · Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Time Extended
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Return visit Feb 19, 2021 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 20, 2023 · Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Time Extended
Fan cover in reach-in cooler has accumulation of dust or debris.
Basic/36-41-4/Return visit Feb 19, 2021 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 20, 2023 · Fan cover in reach-in cooler has accumulation of dust or debris. Time Extended
Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. Observed torn gaskets on reach in coolers and ice machine.
Basic/14-67-4/Return visit Feb 19, 2021 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 20, 2023 · Observed torn gaskets on reach in coolers and ice machine. Time Extended
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Return visit Feb 19, 2021 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 20, 2023 · Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Time Extended
Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
Basic/23-09-4/Return visit Feb 19, 2021 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 20, 2023 · Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. Time Extended
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Basic/22-20-5/Return visit Feb 19, 2021 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 20, 2023 · Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Time Extended

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.