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MARHABA LEBANESE CUISINE

Health inspection records show MARHABA LEBANESE CUISINE in CORAL GABLES has 7 inspections with a food safety rating of 2.3/5. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.

Last inspection: 1 months ago · 7 reports on file

1533-35 MADRUGA AVE STE 3

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★☆☆☆ (2.3/5)
Based on 7 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

1/28/2026· 1mo ago

Visit ID: 13520683

Met Inspection Standards

2 high, 2 int, 8 basic

  • 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at rear kitchen standing reach in freezer.
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of plastic water bottles, plastic gallons of cooking oil and pot of soup stored on floor.
  • 14-42-4:Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Observed at cook line. Operator removed to clean.
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at reach in freezer.
  • 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line in containers of water of 73F.
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter hand sink.
  • 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed for containers of cut lettuce and diced tomatoes in prep reach in cooler
  • 36-50-4:Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood filters with grease build up.
  • 03D-02-5:High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed at reach in cooler, lentil soup (54F - Cooling) as per operator since last night. Operator removed to discard.
  • 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed at reach in cooler, lentil soup (54F - Cooling) as per operator since last night.
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit available.
  • 02C-02-5:Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed for containers of cooked ground beef, marinated chicken, cooked lentils and octopus in reach in coolers.

9/15/2025· 5mo ago

Visit ID: 10933250

Met Inspection Standards

1 high, 1 int, 3 basic

  • 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at reach in freezers. Repeat Violation
  • 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed at microwave.
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed at reach in freezer raw chicken, raw beef stored on top of cooked pork and beef strips. Repeat Violation
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.

3/12/2025· 1y ago

1 high, 1 int, 6 basic

  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in containers of sugar and rice.
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a crate of onions stored on floor. Operator removed and stored onto shelf. Corrected On-Site
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at reach in freezers.
  • 10-08-5:Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at mini ice machine.
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed at hood filter soiled with grease build up.
  • 25-06-4:Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to go tray not inverted at top shelf of cook line.
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed at reach in freezer raw chicken, raw beef stored with cooked pork and beef strips.
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed for chlorine. Repeat Violation

9/20/2024· 1y 5mo ago

1 high, 1 int, 2 basic

  • 24-07-4:Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean drinking glasses stored under soap dispenser next to hand wash sink at front counter. Operator removed items. Corrected On-Site
  • 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at exit door in kitchen. Repeat Violation
  • 08A-17-6:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed in chest reach in freezer raw pork, beef and chicken stored together not separated.
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed for chlorine test kit. Repeat Violation

4/19/2024· 1y 10mo ago

Visit ID: 8548511

Met Inspection Standards

2 int, 6 basic

  • 12B-12-5:Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed employee drinking tea from open cup at the cookline. Corrected On-Site
  • 08B-49-4:Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed in the chest reach in freezer. Corrected On-Site
  • 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door. Repeat Violation
  • 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
  • 25-06-4:Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed for the togo food containers located on the storage shelf opposite cookline. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
  • 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed for the cooked chicken ,beef and pork located in the prep reach in cooler.
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed utensils stored in the kitchen unit. Corrected On-Site
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available at the time of the inspection. Repeat Violation

2/8/2024· 2y 1mo ago

Visit ID: 8548222

Met Inspection Standards

1 int, 1 basic

  • 35B-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-08: **Time Extended**
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available at the time of the inspection. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-08: Operator purchased quaternary strips in error. **Time Extended**

11/8/2023· 2y 4mo ago

Visit ID: 8372034

Follow-up Inspection Required

1 high, 4 int, 6 basic

  • 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door. Warning
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed jug containing cooking oil stored on the floor by the ware washing area. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed for the chest unit. Warning
  • 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed on the prep counter. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris. Warning
  • 25-06-4:Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed for the togo food containers located on shelf opposite cookline. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 08A-17-6:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored above raw shrimp,fish located in the large chest freezer. Warning
  • 11-27-4:Intermediate - 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. Warning
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available at the time of the inspection. Warning
  • 53B-01-5:Intermediate - 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. Observed for Jianchao W, Rongfa W. Zhongxian W, as per operator all working at the establishment for more than two months. Warning
  • 11-26-1:Intermediate - 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. Warning

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Google Rating

★★★★☆ (4.0/5)
(69 reviews)

Price Level

$$

Opening Hours

Monday:11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday:11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday:11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday:11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday:11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday:11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday:4:00 – 10:00 PM
✓ Currently Open

Features

✓ Restaurant

Restaurant Features

Serves Beer
Serves Wine
Lunch
Dinner
Takeout
Delivery
Dine-in
Wheelchair Accessible
Last Enriched At: 5/14/2025

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