CHELAS BEER GARDEN
15301 NW 67 AVE, Miami Lakes FL 33014
Last inspected Apr 7, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw fish in walk in cooler, operator properly stored it.
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2 cases · $560
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2022043969 | Jun 10, 2022 | Feb 23, 2023 | $160 |
| 1--2016024751 | May 24, 2016 | Jun 10, 2016 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Apr 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ice cube in hand sink located at the bar station.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in freezer floor soiled.
Ice buildup reach-in freezer.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
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Open dumpster lid.
Oct 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed glass bottles stored in hand sink, operator removed it.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of water on walk in cooler floor. Operator properly stored it.
Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Operator properly stored it.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Operator removed it.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt and pepper containers, operator properly labeled it.
Mar 31, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 19, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed wet wiping towels stored in hand sink.
Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Observed dishwasher machine with rinse temperature of 170° F.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Operator opened the package.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in freezer soiled.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of tortillas or chips on cook line floor. Also cases of fish on walk in freezer floor, operator properly stored it.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Bar station.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed filter soiled.
Nov 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate12 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw fish in walk in cooler, operator properly stored it.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed mozzarella cheese (59F - Cold Holding) lobster coctel (51F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler across the cook line. Operator replaced the food items in another reach in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Operator opened the package.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in cooler and walk in freezer.
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple food boxes on walk in freezer floor, operator properly stored it.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice cream scoop in water at 84° F. Operator discarded it.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan, hood soiled.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Located above preparation reach in cooler.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. By the grilled station.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Apr 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed server handled dirty dishes than touched cleaned glasses. Instructed operator regarding the hand washing procedure.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Paper towels was replaced during inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with windex with no label it.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed cleaned plate no inverted at the cook line.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed purse on preparation table, operator properly stored it
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in freezer floor soiled.
Walk in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Jul 13, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 12, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (48°F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (47°F - Cold Holding); raw beef (49°F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler for less than 4 hours as per operator. Operator open the walk in freezer door to be able to maintain the food items under 41°F.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler with ambient temperature of 48°F food stored inside as follow raw chicken (48°F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (47°F - Cold Holding); raw beef (49°F - Cold Holding).
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.