XOCHIMEX CANTINA GRILL
2209 PONCE DE LEON, Coral Gables FL 33134 · 786.344.3020
Last inspected Aug 25, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023
5 inspections within 31 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Operator removed boxes
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at dishwashing area.
Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed under three compartment sink set.
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Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed at walk in cooler metal bashes with shredded beef, cilantro sauce, not labeled.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed walk in cooler floor soiled.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Underneath three compartment sink.
Open dumpster lid.
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Owner made payment.
Packaged food not labeled as specified by law.
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Underneath three compartment sink.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Bowls stored on floor.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Three compartment sink.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed disposable on floor at prep area.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Operator discarded the item.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures of cooked time/temperature control for safety food.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Food stored on floor. Tortilla chips stored in front of walk in cooler.
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.