GRAZIANO'S GOURMET
229 SOUTH DIXIE HWY, Coral Gables FL 33133 · 786-663-3948
Last inspected Feb 23, 2026 · 9 visits since November 2023
APR 24
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5 inspections, swinging between C and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Feb 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority5 Intermediate10 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 18 findingsThe state's own report →
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Quaternary 0ppm); operator began to change sanitizer container.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed at prep area reach in cooler containers of pooled eggs stored over containers of Parmesan and pesto sauce. Operator removed.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed at reach in freezer raw beef stored over raw tuna and salmon.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed at can opener. Operator removed to place at dish washer.
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink next to mop sink block by storage shelf. Operator removed shelf.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink at butcher counter used as dump sink with ice remnants inside. Operator cleaned sink.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed at employee bathroom.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Observed container of cooked beef tongue at walk in cooler with frozen date label (1/28/26) on container. As per operator was removed from freezer 2/20/26. Operator placed correct date label.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in containers of sugar, nuts and mixed fruit. Operator removed.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Operator placed chain.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed at front counter reach in cooler frozen packages of tuna not removed from packaging prior to being placed to thaw. Operator began to remove.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cellphone on cutting board at cook line.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in containers of sugar. Operator removed.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at kitchen prep area. Operator removed.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed for both microwaves at cook line.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at standing reach in cooler and freezer units..
Stored food not covered. Observed cookies at front counter coffee area stored uncovered.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed stored in mop bucket at mop sink. Operator removed and shored correctly.
Oct 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed at walk in cooler raw beef stored over packages of raw salmon.
Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed at hand sink at entrance of kitchen with portable AC hose draining into sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed at prep table can opener.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink at rear of kitchen next to dry storage area blocked by desk.
Juice packaged in the establishment that has not been specifically processed to prevent, reduce, or eliminate the presence of pathogens not bearing a warning label. Observed self service cups of freshly squeezed orange juice not bearing warning label at front counter cooler. Operator removed and placed behind counter reach in cooler.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed none available for chlorine and quaternary.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in containers of flour at kitchen prep area and in container of mixed melons at front counter. Operator removed.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at kitchen prep counter. Operator removed.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed at front counter microwave.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed at kitchen dry storage area to go trays, aluminum pans and catering trays not stored inverted on top shelf
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Apr 22, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed at handwashing sink at entrance to kitchen next to cook line.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored in between crack of two prep tables across from cook line. Operator removed knife.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed multiple tongs stored on oven door handle at cook line. Operator removed and stored on heated water at prep line.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle in direct contact with sugar in dry storage area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at handwashing sink at butchers station.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Observed reduced oxygen packages of raw beef stored in walk in cooler not bearing time and date marking of production. As per operator since yesterday 04/20.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar not labeled at front counter next to coffee station.
Apr 21, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 22 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority6 Intermediate13 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed quiche (51F - Cold Holding) at front counter display case. As per operator from walk in cooler placed about two hours. Also observed pool eggs (51F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding); smoked salmon (50F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler across from cook line. As per operator for two hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ham and cheese empanadas (116F - Hot Holding) at warmer in kitchen area. As per operator for one hour.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with accumulation of food debris. Operator moved can opener to dishwasher area to be cleaned and sanitized.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink at dessert station being used as a dump sink.
Juice packaged in the establishment that has not been specifically processed to prevent, reduce, or eliminate the presence of pathogens not bearing a warning label. Observed self service cups of freshly squeezed orange juice not bearing warning label at front counter cooler.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed container of fruit salad stored in reach in cooler with no label. As per operator made yesterday morning 4/20. Operator added label.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed at handwashing sink at entrance to kitchen next to cook line.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing window cleaner at front counter not labeled.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl in container of fruit salad in reach in cooler at front counter across from pastry display case. Operator removed bowl.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage cup with no lid stored on prep table at dessert station.
Food stored on floor. Observed containers of washed and cut potatoes stored on the floor in dishwasher area. Operator removed containers and stored properly.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored in between crack of two prep tables across from cook line. Operator removed knife.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed multiple tongs stored on oven door handle at cook line. Operator removed and stored on heated water at prep line.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle in direct contact with sugar in dry storage area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at handwashing sink at butchers station.
Stored food not covered. Observed cookies at front prep counter next to coffee machine not covered.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Observed reduced oxygen packages of raw beef stored in walk in cooler not bearing time and date marking of production. As per operator since yesterday 04/20.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw fish (frozen) thawing in standing water. Operator began thawing fish under cold running water.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar not labeled at front counter next to coffee station.
Oct 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed at prep line cooler, raw chicken stored over cooked sausages. Operator removed and stored correctly.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter steamer squash soup (67F - Hot Holding); beef soup (69F - Hot Holding). As per operator for 30 minutes, was waiting to reheat for lunch. Operator began reheating process.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed at can opener blade soil. Operator removed and cleaned during inspection.
Juice packaged in the establishment that has not been specifically processed to prevent, reduce, or eliminate the presence of pathogens not bearing a warning label. Observed at front counter self service beverage cooler, to go cups of fresh squeezed orange juice with no label. Operator removed from case and place in behind the counter reach in cooler.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed for employee bathroom and front counter bakery area. Operator provided paper towels for both.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed at front counter self service beverage cooler, to go cups of fresh squeezed orange juice with no date label. As per operator was made that morning. Operator removed to place date.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Operator clean during inspection.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in a container of sugar at storage area. Operator removed.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employees water cup stored on prep counter cutting board. Operator removed and sanitized area.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in a container of flour at storage area. Operator removed.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on a container containing breaded chicken with old dated label but prepared that morning. Operator removed old label and placed new label.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Observed in walk in cooler packages of raw beef and chicken in on site reduced oxygen packaging with not date and time information. As per operator we sealed the night before. Operator removed items to place 48 hour label.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mops stored in mop bucket at mop sink.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed at kitchen storage shelf for containers of flour and sugar not labeled.
Jun 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener at entrance of kitchen soiled. Observed not in use meat slicer soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed at front counter hand wash sink, employee using sink as a dump sink to clean coffee cups.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed at mop sink.
Apr 16, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in standing reach in freezer raw chicken stored next to raw beef steaks. Operator placed steaks on upper shelf.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed cook touch trash can at cookline to move, then proceeded to plate customer food without changing gloves. Operator coached cook on proper glove and hand wash procedures. Cook washed hands and changed gloves.
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 at reach in cooler across from cook line modongo soup (49F - Cold Holding); as per operator for more than 4 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at reach in cooler across from cook line modongo soup (49F - Cold Holding); as per operator for more than 4 hours. Operator discarded soup. Observed at reach in cooler across from cook line breakfast potatoes (62F - Cold Holding). As per cook for less than 2 hours. Cook placed into freezer to rapid cool.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener at entrance of kitchen soiled. Observed not in use meat slicer soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed at front counter hand wash sink, employee using sink as a dump sink to clean coffee cups.
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. As per manager no employee training is available for any employee. Employees all hired over 60 days, Sonia, Yailis, Adriana, Gustavo, Ines, Louis, Natalie, Gisela, Maria and Scarlet.
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. Provided operator with form. Operator reviewed and signed with each employee present at time of inspection.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed in shared restaurant bathrooms.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employees water cup on prep table across from cook line. Employee removed.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed at front counter prep table and cook line prep table. Operator removed.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in a container of rice, sugar and flour at entrance of kitchen. Operator placed handles above food items.
Stored food not covered. Observed in reach in cooler across from cook line, spaghetti meat sauce, raw chicken, sliced ham and cheese items not covered.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed at mop sink.
Nov 20, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 14, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Form provided while conducting inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled. Manager took it to the dishwashing area.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a tray with to sauces on top of hand sink. Corrected by manager.
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. Form provided while conducting inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. While conducting the inspection employee cleaned the bin
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Employee removed knife..
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