TWO CHEFS RESTAURANT INC
8279 S DIXIE HWY, Miami FL 33143 · 305 663 2100
Last inspected Jan 5, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2023
APR 24
NOV 24
MAR 25
AUG 25
JAN 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license since October 1, 2023.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jan 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 14 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed in reach in; raw tuna above French fries.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on knife magnet. Observed on dry food and dish racks.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed date of birth missing for Jan.
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior soiled next to hand sink in kitchen.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed in dry storage.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage to multiple tiles in kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean cutting board on floor next to prep table.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone above reach in across cook line. Operator removed during inspection.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in reach in freezer in back of house.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed above triple sink.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in coolers across cook line.
Aug 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate14 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged.observed raw tuna stored above fries in freezer in back of house; not in original container.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed on dry food storage shelves; soiled.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed across pizza oven.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on knife magnet across ice bin. Observed on dry food racks.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed several tiles throughout establishment with water damage or small holes.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled air vents in kitchen.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach interior of reach in cooler across grill. Employee removed and clean and sanitized on site.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed cup in walk in cooler on top shelf above cheese, butter and soup. Operator removed on site.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone charging on top of pot on prep table across triple sink. Operator removed during inspection.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at freezer in pizza area. Observed in freezer in back of house.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior with food debris across triple sink. Employee began cleaning during inspection.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed in disrepair above warewash area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed across pizza oven.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed dust accumulation on exterior of ice machine. Observed soiled gaskets at reach in across stove.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on clean/dry dish rack.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in several coolers on cook line.
Mar 25, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry storage shelves. Observed on knife magnet.
Mar 17, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine dishmachine; 0 ppm. Establishment out of sanitizer for dish machine, triple sink will be used until delivery.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw hamburger meat above potato croquettes in reach in cooler across cook line. Chef changed order during inspection.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed undercooked burger and steak; no advisory on both lunch and dinner menu. Observed tuna tartare with no advisory on lunch menu.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed potato chips on time, no written plan available. Inspector provided via email.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry storage shelves. Observed on knife magnet.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed some employees missing birthdates. Operator filled out date of birth.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed in dry food storage.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed in warewash area.
Food stored on floor. Observed on dry storage soda syrups on floor. Observed in back storage water on floor.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed between wall and prep table in pizza area.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed on cook line above cheese sticks. Chef moved bucket for proper storage.
Nov 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed metal spatula stored between wall and dishwasher machine equipment area.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood filters soiled with grease build up.
Apr 8, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 8 high priority.
8 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license since October 1, 2023.
Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored in same container with dumplings. Operator separated the products.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork and raw beef stored over cooked vegetables at reach in cooler. Operator relocated the vegetables to another cooler.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef stored over shrimp at walk-in cooler. Operator started to relocate the products.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed pasta (49 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler. As per operator over night. Operator segregated and discarded the product.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pasta (49 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler. As per operator over night. Operator segregated and discarded the product.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken broth (125 F - Hot Holding) next to the stove. As per operator for less than one hour. Operator reheated the product. Final temperature chicken broth (171F - Reheating)
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine + 200 ppm) stored next to cooked chicken. Operator added water to get 100 ppm and moved to the bottom part of the rack.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed couscous and cooked potatoes not properly date marked. As per operator from three days ago. Operator was informed that the products need to be date marked.
Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed a spatula stored between wall and dishwasher machine equipment area.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed utensil handling touching the flour.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood filters soiled.
Sep 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate4 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 stored over raw fish. Operator relocated the products.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken broth (101 F - Hot Holding); beef broth (112 F - Hot Holding) at stove. As per operator for less than two hours. Operator turn on the stove to reheat the products.
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket stored over fried onions at shelves next to stove at > 200 ppm. Operator moved the sanitizer bucket and added water to get 50 ppm.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed the meatloaf not date marked. As per operator was cooked two days ago. Operator date marked the meatloaf.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filter doesn't have the date when was changed.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Operator put the beard guard.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed oil container not identified by common name. Operator identified the products.
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.