CHEF CREOLE
4200 NW 21 ST, GATE E, Miami FL 33122 · 305-899-2729
Last inspected Aug 19, 2026 · 13 visits since September 2023
5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed front counter hand washing sink with no hot water.
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Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle touching ice inside of the the ice machine.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. Observed no hot water in the establishment reached 74 F for five minutes.
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. Observed no hot water in the establishment reached 74 F for five minutes.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked pork (56 F - Cold Holding) according to operator stored in four doors cooler since this morning.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked pork (56 F - Cold Holding) according to operator stored in four doors cooler since this morning.
Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. Observed no hot water in the establishment reached 74 F for five minutes.
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 employee training for Angola Sejour expired 01/04/26, Taby Lin 01/07/26, Anna Joachin 12/03/25,Nelson Coronel Villa 02/10/26
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed kitchen four doors cooler ambient temperature 66 F
Equipment in poor repair. Observed kitchen four doors cooler ambient temperature 66 F
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle inside of the ice machine touching the ice.
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall in disrepair by the entrance of the kitchen.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed containers of single-use of garlic, dressings, being reuse with marinated chicken.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking faucet on the mop sink.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
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Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. Observed no hot water throughout the establishment, water running for more than 5 minutes at 76 F.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled by the three compartment sink.
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. Observed no hot water throughout the establishment, water running for more than 5 minutes at 76 F.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled by the three compartment sink.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded.
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Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. Observed no hot water throughout the establishment, water running for more than 5 minutes at 76 F.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled by the three compartment sink.
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed front counter hand washing sink with no hot water.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed ice machine in disrepair.
Light not functioning. By three compartment sink.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed a case of to go containers stored on the front area floor.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed handwashing sink at the front counter area draining very slow.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Back area walls soiled.
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a plastic container inside hand washingsink
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. hand washing sink.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed a drink cup inside of the reach in cooler. Manager discarded it.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Equipment in poor repair. Ice machine no in use.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a sanitizer bucket inside of front counter hand washing.
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. For all employees.
Equipment in poor repair. Ice machine no in use.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed single-service containers of spices reuse with marinated chicken..
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