CHEF CHEN
11302 QUAIL ROOST DR, Miami FL 33157 · 3052348877
Last inspected Aug 17, 2026 · 9 visits since November 2023
JAN 25
APR 25
NOV 25
MAR 26
AUG 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator pay and displayed new license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,050
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2022006445 | Feb 7, 2022 | Mar 22, 2022 | $400 |
| 1--2015004762 | Jan 8, 2015 | Apr 28, 2015 | $650 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiples food inside walk in cooler no date marked, as per operator for more than 24 hours prior.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gasket torn.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor has accumulation of grease by the hand wash sink.
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Stored food not covered. Observed food not covered inside walk in cooler and reach in freezer at kitchen entrance. Employee covered the food.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed grease accumulation above hand wash sink.
Mar 11, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken (69 F - Cold Holding)on top of the preparation table. As per operator less than 2 hours. Employee placed food inside the walk in cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a table with chicken stored in front of the hand wash sink in the kitchen. Manager removed the table.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiples food inside walk in cooler no date marked, as per operator for more than 24 hours prior.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a metal bowl used as scoop inside the rice. Mana removed it.
Employee drinking in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee discarded the water.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gasket torn.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed floor tiles missing grout throughout the kitchen area.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed an spatula stored between the preparation tables in the kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at cook
Stored food not covered. Observed food not covered inside walk in cooler and reach in freezer at kitchen entrance.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed grease accumulation above hand wash sink.
Nov 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 25 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate19 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored on top of soy sauce inside the walk in cooler. Operator placed the raw shell eggs a at the bottom of the shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken (53F - Cold Holding); sprouts (50F - cold holding ) on top of preparation table. As per employee food was placed around 11:00 AM. Employee stored food inside walk in cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed both handwashing sinks blocked with container of food. Operator removed the container.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper at handwashing sink next to three compartment sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at handwashing sink next to fryer and the one next to three compartment sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed food inside reach in cooler and walk in cooler not date marked. As per employee food was cooked Saturday and Sunday.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic container used as a scoop inside sugar bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed fan soiled at walk in cooler.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee iPods Cigarettes, car keys, and cell phone stored on top of prep area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket torn in reach in cooler in front of the wok station.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed a gap at the exit door.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed dirty floor all across the kitchen area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris and grease. Observed throughout kitchen area.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed floor tiles missing grout throughout the kitchen area.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wiping clothes used under cutting board in kitchen prep table next to three compartment sink.
Light not functioning.Observed at front line in the kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood with excess of grease accumulatation. Observed soiled gaskets at all reach in cooler and reach in freezer inside kitchen area.
Open dumpster lid.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed at reach in cooler across the wok station.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed water leak under handwashing sink next to fryer.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed slow draining water at handwashing sink next to fryer.
Stored food not covered. Observed multiple food not covered inside walk in cooler and reach in cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled all across kitchen cooking area and wok, fryer station.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on preparation table.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container with sugar not labeled.
Jun 24, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
3 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employees come from outside began working with and storing food and failed to wash hands prior. Informed manager to teach employees how to properly wash hands.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the reach in cooler next to the fryers at cook line observed raw chicken stored over cheese wonton.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Under the preparation table observed spring roll (76F - Cold Holding), as per manager for less than 2 hours, instructed manager to transfer food to walk in cooler to rapidly cool.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Manager unable to answer any of the big 6 illnesses.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employees washing their hands on the three compartment sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed spatula and a container stored in the hand sink at cook line. Employee removed.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink at cook line.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. In the walk in cooler observed containers with cooked pork, raw chicken stored on the floor.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler interior soiled, at reach in cooler next to the fryer at cook line.
Stored food not covered. In the walk in cooler observed containers with cooked pork ribs not covered.
Apr 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority5 Intermediate9 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed produce inside thank you bag inside walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Ambient temperature:; bean sprouts (70F - Cold Holding); garlic in oil (62F - Cold Holding) at cook line. As per operator for less than 4 hours prior. Operator removed and placed inside reach in cooler.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink.
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 to operator via email.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a cart in front of hand washing sink at kitchen entrance. Operator removed during inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at HWS by 3 compartment sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed fried rice inside walk in cooler no date marked, as per operator for more than 24 hours prior.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup inside rice warmer at kitchen.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of chicken stored on floor inside walk in cooler. Observed soy sauce container on floor by steam table.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed spatulas stored between HWS at kitchen entrance and fryer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator via email.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at cook line.
Stored food not covered. Observed food not covered inside walk in cooler and reach in freezer at kitchen entrance.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed grease accumulation throughout kitchen
Jan 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee wash hands in the three compartment sink. Coached employee as to where to wash their hands.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed blender at preparation table in kitchen area soiled with debris.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed at cart in front of hand washing sink. Operator removed during inspection.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed operator missing chlorine test kit.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed unisex bathroom trash can without a lid.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at chest freezer located at rear of kitchen area.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed cloth towels under cutting board during food preparation at kitchen area. Coached operator and employees on materials to use.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid open. Operator closed during inspection.
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed walk in cooler shelves soiled with residue. Observed the interior of the double door reach in freezer next to kitchen entrance at kitchen area spoiled with food debris.
Apr 25, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employees come from outside began working with and storing food and failed to wash hands prior. Informed manager to teach employees how to properly wash hands.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the reach in cooler next to the fryers at cook line observed raw chicken stored over cheese wonton.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Under the preparation table observed spring roll (76F - Cold Holding), as per manager for less than 2 hours, instructed manager to transfer food to walk in cooler to rapidly cool.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Manager unable to answer any of the big 6 illnesses.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employees washing their hands on the three compartment sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed spatula and a container stored in the hand sink at cook line. Employee removed.
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 employees training certification blank, unfinished. For Pedro, Jacinto Velazco, Gaspar Maton, Tomas Ramirez.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink at cook line.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. In the walk in cooler observed containers with cooked pork, raw chicken stored on the floor.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler interior soiled, at reach in cooler next to the fryer at cook line.
Stored food not covered. In the walk in cooler observed containers with cooked pork ribs not covered.
Apr 25, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
3 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer used to sanitize clean in place equipment not at proper minimum strength. Do not use equipment not properly sanitized. Observed Wiping cloth sanitizer solution 0 ppm.
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee came from outside, touched soiled door than started touching clean equipment without washing hands prior. Coached employee on proper hand washing techniques, employee washed his hands after.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw pork over cooked chicken in walk in colder. Observed raw chicken over cooked chicken stored in reach freezer, located near cook line.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed meat grinder soiled, stored under preparation table located at cook line.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed push car stored on front hand sink
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at men's bathroom. Operator placed a new paper towel roll.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer gaskets torn, located near kitchen entrance.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed a few floor tiles in disrepair in front of the door exit.
Light not functioning, located at back kitchen.
Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues, located at cook line.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Nov 15, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 34 recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority6 Intermediate21 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer used to sanitize clean in place equipment not at proper minimum strength. Do not use equipment not properly sanitized. Observed Wiping cloth sanitizer solution 0 ppm.
Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed probiotics and DayQuil containers stored at preparation area. Operator discarded them.
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee came from outside, touched soiled door than started touching clean equipment without washing hands prior. Coached employee on proper hand washing techniques, employee washed his hands after.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw pork stored inside thank you bags in walk in cooler.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator pay and displayed new license.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw pork over cooked chicken in walk in colder. Observed raw chicken over cooked chicken stored in reach freezer, located near cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (46F - Cold Holding) stored in reach in cooler located in the cook line. As per employee for less than 2 hours. Employee transferred food to the walk in cooler to rapidly cool down. Observed cut ham (46F - Cold Holding), stored in reach in cooler located across hand sink. As per employee for less than 2 hours. Employee placed ice bags in the container.
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. Discussed with operator and provided email agreement.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed meat grinder soiled, stored under preparation table located at cook line.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed push car stored on front hand sink
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at men's bathroom. Operator placed a new paper towel roll.
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. Discussed with operator and provided email form.
Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Person in charge unable to answer basic cold holding temperature stablished by the food code, person in charge unable to answer thermometer calibration.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled hand sink faucet handles, located at cook line near reach in cooler, observed reach in cooler door handle soiled, cooler located next to the sink, storage shelf next to the three compartment sink dusty.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout the kitchen.
Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean plastic containers stored directly on the kitchen floor.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee's keys and water bottle of stored on the preparation table in the kitchen. Employee removed personal items on site.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees engaged in cook preparation without hair restraint.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer gaskets torn, located near kitchen entrance.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor near kitchen smoker
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed a few floor tiles in disrepair in front of the door exit.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. In the walk in cooler observed a large plastic food container cracked In the middle.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers with rice stored on floor near three compartment sink. Observed several plastic containers with cooked chicken, cooked rice stored directly on the floor in walk in cooler.
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 touching flour inside plastic container, located under preparation table at cook line. Operator removed and placed it correctly.
Light not functioning, located at back kitchen.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light without shield, located at back kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled hood system, observed soiled reach in coolers gaskets throughout establishment, observed floor with with old food and grease accumulation on the equipments in the cook line, observed metal trays stored on tray holder with old food buildup.
Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues, located at cook line.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Stored food not covered. Observed cooked ravioli stored inside walk in cooler no cover. Observed cooked chicken, pork and, beef stored inside reach in cooler no cover.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed several tools and unused equivalents stored on the floor underneath a wooden platform in the storage area.
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Observed plastic forks stored face up, located at prep area.
Wet wiping cloth used to wipe tableware or carry-out containers. Stored on preparation.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed single service containers with sweet and sour sauce not labeled, located under preparation table in the 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.