WAGYU BAR CORAL GABLES
4019 S LE JEUNE RD, Coral Gables FL 33134
Last inspected Mar 12, 2026 · 5 visits since March 2024
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4 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired, October 1, 2023. Operator paid license renewal fee during inspection.
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Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Mar 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at all hand sinks.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen hand sinks.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall above walk in cooler.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at kitchen hand sinks.
Apr 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink across from dishwasher blocked by service cart.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink in kitchen area.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plate used as a scoop in container of flour. Operator removed plate.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed wiping cloth in direct contact with container of cheese on prep table across from cook line.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed throughout kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed container of flour stored on the floor under prep table next to cook line.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in white chest reach in freezer in dry storage area.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored on top of ice machine in kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan guard covered with an accumulation of dust in walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken (frozen) thawing in standing water. Operator moved container to walk in cooler.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler
Sep 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener and meat slicer soiled with food build up.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink at rear of kitchen blocked by storage cart.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed at hand wash sink at cook line used at dump sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at ice machine at entrance of kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling and vents soiled with dust build up in kitchen.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed throughout kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at mini reach in freezer.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed under all.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at reach in coolers throughout.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed at prep tab,e shelves throughout.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at walk in cooler shelves rusted.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen.
May 17, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at white reach in freezer near walk in cooler.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at prep table cutting board at rear of kitchen. Chef removed wiping cloth.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled with food build up. Observed hood filters soiled with grease buildup. Observed exteriors of ovens and handles soiled with food build up.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen.
Mar 6, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired, October 1, 2023. Operator paid license renewal fee during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at reach in cooler across from cook line, scallops (48F - Cold Holding); calamari (47F - Cold Holding), as per chef for less than 4 hours. Chef had employee place items on ice to rapid cool.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed at kitchen hand sink, a fork stored inside.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at bar hand sink.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at bar hand sink.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed all food handler certifications expired. Employees present at time of inspection handling food with expired training, Juan Irsheta, Jose Hernandez and Hugo Montoya all expired 3/17/21.
Food stored on floor. Observed 2 plastic containers of cooking oil stored on floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at white reach in freezer near walk in cooler.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at prep table cutting board at rear of kitchen. Chef removed wiping cloth.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled with food build up. Observed hood filters soiled with grease buildup. Observed exteriors of ovens and handles soiled with food build up.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen.
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.