CHIVAS EXPRESS
16781 NW 67 AVENUE, Miami FL 33015 · 305 364-8848
Last inspected Feb 11, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 21 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 6 live flies on shelves located on the back area of the kitchen.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2022008676 | Jan 14, 2022 | Mar 23, 2022 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Feb 11, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Oct 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked potatoes located in reach in cooler. Operator properly stored it.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked potatoes (119F - Hot Holding) for less than 4 hours as per operator. Operator increased equipment temperature.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
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.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood soiled, exterior kitchen equipment soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jan 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked potatoes (122F - Hot Holding) for less than 4 hours as per operator, located in display cases at the front counter, operator reheated at 165°F.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitation bucket in hand sink. Operator removed it.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Located in front of cook line.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Sep 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked potatoes (113F - Hot Holding) for less than 4 hours as per operator, operator reheated at 165°F.
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. Emailed post to operator.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler gasket.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in cooler floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Filter soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Feb 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked potatoes (111°F - Hot Holding) for less than 4 hours as per operator located at the front line. Operator reheated at 165°F.
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.
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket on preparation table.
Sep 13, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 12, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 6 live flies on shelves located on the back area of the kitchen.
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. Emailed the form to operator.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
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