CHEF CREOLE # 4
20356 NW 2ND AVE, Miami Gardens FL 33169
Last inspected Mar 11, 2026 · 7 visits since January 2024
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 26 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed conch (50F - Cold Holding) stored in the reach in cooler less than 30 minutes, as per operator. Operator added ice to item.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $520
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2021051653 | Jul 30, 2021 | Apr 13, 2023 | $520 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Mar 11, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Kitchen area, by the ice machine, and the back storage area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. By the three compartment sink.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed a wet wiping cloth stored on the flip top reach in cooler.
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Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
Sep 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed conch (50F - Cold Holding) stored in the reach in cooler less than 30 minutes, as per operator. Operator added ice to item.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white cutting board with mold like substance.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In the kitchen.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed cracked containers in the kitchen.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. By microwave.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed floor in the kitchen with mold like substance.
Mar 10, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed black container with flour with no name label.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed Front handwashing sink with pipes leaking.
Jan 3, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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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 Caesar with no employee training.
Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed black container with flour with no name label.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed Front handwashing sink with pipes leaking.
Jan 2, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food reheated in a microwave oven for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed conch in sauce (121F - Hot Holding/reheated 155F) stored on the steam table. Items were reheated again.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed conch in sauce (121F - Hot Holding/reheated 155F); white rice (130F - Hot Holding/reheated 173F); red beans (127F - Hot Holding) stored on the steam table for less than 1 hours, as per operator. Items were reheated.
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 Caesar with no employee training.
Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed black container with flour with no name label.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Throughout the wearwadhing area.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed Front handwashing sink with pipes leaking.
Jul 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 0ppm), operator remade Triple Sink (Chlorine 100ppm).
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed picklez (54F - Cold Holding) stored at the front counter for less than 1 hour before inspection, as per operator. Operator placed items under ice.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Ash Steven, Catherine Perez, brodcrick Johnson and Ricardo Frantz with expired certificate on 7/13/24.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed soap water in the middle compartment. Educated employee how to properly set up 3 compartment sink.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back exit door.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Front counter and ware washing area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan covers rusted.
Observed ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Throughout the kitchen.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed pipe leaking under the 3 compartment sink.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. By the mop sink.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour in a black container with no name label.
Jan 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed sanitizer bucket being stored in hand washing sink. Manager removed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Located in walk in freezer.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Located in kitchen area.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of takeout containers being stored on floor in dry storage area.
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.