CAFE CHANTILLY
12783 SW 280 ST, Homestead FL 33032 · 786 601 2795
Last inspected Aug 18, 2026 · 11 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B 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
11 visits, newest first
Aug 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed non food grade bags used to cover products inside walk in freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed white rice (88F - Hot Holding) on prep table at kitchen. As per operator for approximately an hr. Operator placed inside oven to reheat.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed scoop inside hand sink at front counter. Operator removed.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed flan, bread pudding and rice pudding without date mark. As per operator for more than 24 hrs inside walk in cooler.
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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 2 tongs hanging from door oven handle. Operator removed.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed orange juice for self serve at front counter not properly labeled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at sandwich station. Operator removed.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt and sugar inside plastic container without label at kitchen. Operator labeled.
Apr 28, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 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 no training for employee Dennis Felipe has been working more than 60 days.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed on white cutting board at sandwich assembly area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed fresh orange juice packaged at front counter not labeled.
Feb 26, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee changing tasks without changing gloves. Coached employee on proper procedures.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced tomatoes (45F - Cold Holding)in reach in cooler at sandwich assembly area, as per operator less than 30 minutes. Operator closed lid during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ham croquettes (129F - Hot Holding); beef empanadas (128F - Hot Holding) at front counter, as per operator less than 2 hours, operator increases temperature during inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled ice scoop, operator moved to dishwashing area.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen area, operator provided during inspection.
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 no training for employee Dennis Felipe has been working more than 60 days.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen area, operator restocked during inspection.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed on white cutting board at sandwich assembly area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drink on preparation table at bakers area. Employee removed during inspection.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee jacket on preparation table at kitchen area, employee removed jacket during inspection.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed throughout kitchen.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed fresh orange juice packaged at front counter not labeled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled reach in cooler interior at sandwich assembly area.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed next to slicer at kitchen area.
Oct 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 25 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
6 High priority3 Intermediate16 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee no washing hands before changing gloves at kitchen area.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed Raw pork inside to go bags at walk in cooler at kitchen area.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed shell eggs on top of shredded cheese container inside reach in cooler at kitchen area.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee engaging in food preparation not changing gloves after changing task at kitchen. Coached employee on proper procedure.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Liquid Egg (63F - Cold Holding); Sliced Swiss inside reach in cooler in front of mop sink area at kitchen area. As per operator for less than 4 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cooked Black Beans (122F - Hot Holding); Cooked White Rice (120F - Hot Holding)inside instant pot machine next to Slicer machine at kitchen area. As per operator for less than 4 hours. Operator connect instant pot machine to keep it hot.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty utensils stored inside hand wash sink next to triple sink at kitchen area. Operator removed it during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at hand wash sink at front counter. Operator provided during inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cold tuna salad with not date marked inside reach in cooler in front of mop sink area at kitchen area. As per operator prepared for over 24 hours. Operator labeled it during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulated on vents at kitchen area.
Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean pots stored on the floor under oven at kitchen area.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean utensils stored inside single use empty cans on top of stove next to oven at kitchen area. Operator removed utensils from cans during inspection.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal car keys, water bottles and glasses on top of stove next to oven at kitchen area. Operator removed items during inspection.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaged in food preparation wearing jewelry at kitchen area.
Establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface. Observed wood used as cutting board on top of reach in cooler in front of mop sink area at kitchen area. Operator discarded wood from reach in cooler during inspection.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap on double door at the back of kitchen area.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water underneath dry storage rack next to back door at kitchen 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 clean equipments stored inside standing water container with 100F. Operator removed utensils from standing water at front counter.
Interior of ice machine/bin with rust that has pitted the surface Observed ice machine interior with rust at kitchen area. Operator cleaned it during inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at reach in cooler in front of mop sink area at kitchen area.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed reuse of metal cans and cardboard box at preparation table next to entrance and next to floor mixer at kitchen area.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service plates stored on the floor under preparation table next to entrance at kitchen area. Operator removed it from floor and stored properly.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at reach in cooler in front of mop sink area at kitchen area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled at preparation area in front of oven. Also observed wall soiled behind fryer at kitchen area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on top of reach in cooler in front of mop sink area at kitchen area also observed at front counter.
Mar 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observe milk (48F - Cold Holding) at front counter, as per operator less than 30 minutes, operator moved to reach in cooler.
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.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observe at front counter, also best to 3 compartment sink. Operator restocked during inspection.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service.
Food stored on floor. Observe seasoning case stored on floor by back door, operator stored properly.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observe Observed freshly squeezed orange juice packaged in bottles at the front counter with no labels.
Open dumpster lid.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observe on preparation table by microwave.
Jan 16, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed an accumulation of grease on the hood.
Nov 18, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority6 Intermediate1 Basic
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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.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand washing sink at three compartment sink.
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 no training for Lordes.
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. Observed no employee health reporting agreement.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed an accumulation of grease on the hood.
Nov 15, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 21 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority7 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed two employees changing gloves and not handwashing. Inspector instructed employees to wash their hands.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed tequenos in a nonfood-grade bag in the reach in freezer. Operator moved the product to a container.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs stored next the stove. As per operator for less than three hours. Operator moved the eggs to the walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (44F - Cold Holding); sliced pork (53F - Cold Holding); milk (55F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler across from the white reach in freezer. As per operator the food was being sliced and portion for less than 3 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ham croquettes (116F - Hot Holding); sausage croquettes (117F - Hot Holding); fish croquettes (117F - Hot Holding) in the front counter case. As per operator for less than 3 hours. Operator is going to reheat the products.
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.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty container in handwashing sink by the front counter. Also observed multiple dirty dishes in the handwashing sink in the kitchen. Operator removed the dishes. Operator removed the container.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand washing sink at three compartment sink.
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 no training for Lordes.
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. Observed no employee health reporting agreement.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling vent in disrepair by the reach in cooler at the prep table.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food not segregated in standing reach in cooler. Operator removed the item.
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple containers of oil and a bag of sugar on the floor near the back exit door. Operator moved the items.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed an accumulation of grease on the hood.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed the ice scoop handle inside the ice machine. Operator removed the scoop.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed multiple tongs stored on the door handle of the oven. Operator removed the tongs.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed freshly squeezed orange juice packaged in bottles at the front counter with no labels.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed to go boxes stored on floor across from standing reach in cooler. Operator moved the items.
Jun 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority6 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored above cut ham inside of reach in cooler at kitchen area.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed next to stove at kitchen area, as per employee less than 2 hours. Employee moved eggs to reach in cooler interior.
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.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty utensils inside HWS at front counter.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed next to coffee machine at front counter.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed chlorine spray bottle not labeled with common name at front counter.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed inside cubed ham container at kitchen area. Employee removed during inspection.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door.
Food stored on floor. Observed meat cases stored on walk in freezer floor. Manager rearranged properly.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at kitchen area. Employee removed during inspection.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed personal drink inside reach in cooler at kitchen area.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed Togo supplies stored on floor at front counter,employee rearranged properly.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled wall by 3 compartment sink.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at front counter.
Feb 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority6 Intermediate6 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed food stored on nonfood grade bags at reach in freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed milk (56F - Cold Holding) at front counter, as per employee less than 1 hour, employee moved to reach in cooler.
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. Provided form during inspection.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test available.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the front counter. Employee restocked during inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the front counter. Employee restocked during inspection.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed at coffee station.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed at ice machine area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed coke bottle on preparation table, employee removed. Also a water bottle on top of microwave.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Employee removed.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed at the front counter.
Jul 31, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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