3 Chefs and a Chicken
Last inspected: Feb 9, 2026
58
Score
Public records show eight inspections at 3 Chefs and a Chicken stretching back to 2022. 3 Chefs and a Chicken was last inspected on Feb 9, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around five violations each.
Across the inspection history, “floor soiled/has accumulation of debris” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
The city-wide average sits at 68, which 3 Chefs and a Chicken's 58 doesn't quite reach. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
8
Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 9, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter , mashed sweet potato (123F - Hot Holding); Observed at hot box, black beans (97F - Hot Holding). Items less than 2 hours operator removed to reheat. **Repeat Violation**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter shredded lettuce (51F - Cold Holding); tomato onion vinaigrette (52F - Cold Holding). As per operator since 11am more than 4 hours. Operator removed and discarded items. **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter shredded lettuce (51F - Cold Holding); tomato onion vinaigrette (52F - Cold Holding). As per operator since 11am more than 4 hours. Operator removed and discarded items.
01B-02-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at front counter reach in cooler.
22-16-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood filters either grease build up.
36-50-4
58
Sep 15, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter steam table Mac and cheese (127F - Hot Holding); as per operator less than 3 hours, operator removed container and placed new container. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter display lettuce (51F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (52F - Cold Holding). As per operator for less than 1.5 hours. Operator placed more ice and water into bin to rapid cool. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at front counter area. Employee cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Single-service articles stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed at drive thru prep area hand wash sink, to go plates stored directly next to hand sink and stacked higher than splash guard.
25-22-4
67
Mar 14, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout. Employees cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed at dry storage area in containers of rice. Operator removed and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed at front counter table in a tray of cut lettuce. Operator removed and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-06-5
86
Sep 19, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed at rear storage area.
42-01-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed at front counter table in a container of diced tomatoes. Operator removed and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
Basic - Cardboard box used as garbage container. Observed at each hand sink and under front counter table.
33-02-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
82
Apr 11, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at drive thru prep area sour cream (51F - Cold Holding). As per operator for less than 2 hours. Operator placed items on ice to cool. Observed at cook line a bucket of marinated chicken (51F - Cold Holding). As per operator for less than 2 hours. Operator placed bucket into walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles dusty above drive thru prep area. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floors soiled with food debris.
36-73-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in dry storage area in buckets of rice, scoop handles in contact with the rice. Operator removed scoops and stored up right. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - Unnecessary items stored in garbage enclosure. Observed discarded card board boxes in dumpster area. Employee began to clean dumpster area during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
33-30-4
67
Nov 7, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with accumulation of encrusted food debris.
22-02-4
Intermediate - 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/ At the time of the inspection observed 4 employees engaged in food handling.
53A-05-6
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents located above 3 compartment sink soiled with accumulation of dust.
36-34-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door.
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of raw chicken,buckets containing chicken seasonings stored on the floor of walk-in cooler #2. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed for the female bathroom.
31B-04-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed fan covers located in the walk-in cooler soiled with accumulation of dust.
36-50-4
64
Mar 31, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot cabinet:mac and cheese ,as per operator about an hour ago,operator adjusted thermostat for increased heating. (125F - Hot Holding) **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda nozzle soiled with accumulation mold like substance.
22-02-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed in the female bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed boxes containing raw chicken stored on the floor of walk-in cooler #2:
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed for the seasoning mix/tomatoes located in the reach in cooler,ware washing area. **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed for togo food containers at the front counter,and by prep table. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
64
Jul 25, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the top grilled where cooked chicken are holding soiled with grease.
22-02-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-17-4
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed a bug zapper above the prep area. The operator turned off the device. **Corrective Action Taken**
35B-02-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket at the back stainless steel refrigerator.
14-11-5
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was 3 Chefs and a Chicken last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at 3 Chefs and a Chicken on file is from Feb 9, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at 3 Chefs and a Chicken?
Across the inspection record, “floor soiled/has accumulation of debris” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at 3 Chefs and a Chicken.
How does 3 Chefs and a Chicken compare to other restaurants in Coral Gables?
3 Chefs and a Chicken most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Coral Gables average of 68.
Has 3 Chefs and a Chicken's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at 3 Chefs and a Chicken have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at 3 Chefs and a Chicken means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is 3 Chefs and a Chicken inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, 3 Chefs and a Chicken is inspected around two times per year on average.
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