Capital Chimis

2865 Nw 17 Ave, Miami, FL 33142

Other

Last inspected: Dec 22, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Across the available record, Capital Chimis has five inspections on file, the first dated 2023. Capital Chimis was last inspected on Dec 22, 2025. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around seven violations per visit lately, up from roughly five violations before.

“Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Compared to other Miami restaurants (averaging 74), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 22, 2025

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed juice residue inside handwashing sink. Manager cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink. Manager provided during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser not labeled next to 3 compartment sink. Manager labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed box of tomatoes on the floor next to handwashing sink manager remans stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.

50-03-4

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled with food. Manager cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

22-08-4

Mar 14, 2025

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white cutting board soiled with food debris on top preparation table across reach in cooler.

22-02-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand soap at handwashing sink next to frying station. Manager provided during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-03-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser not labeled next to 3 compartment sink. Manager labeled spray bottle during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave door handle soiled with grease. Manager cleaned properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

23-24-4

Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.

50-03-4

Sep 18, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed clean dishes on top handwashing sink. Manager removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing degreaser not labeled on top on 3 compartment sink. Manager labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container with cooking oil being stored on the floor. Manager removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. **Repeat Violation**

50-03-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed to go containers being stored on the floor. Manager removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**

25-05-4

Jun 26, 2024

Routine - Food

4 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink, operator provided paper towels during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - 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. Provided operator with bodily fluids handout via email. **Repeat Violation**

11-27-4

Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed expired Manager Certificate 05-13-2024 **Warning**

53A-03-7

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Manuel Lopez 05-13-2024

53A-01-7

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed 10-01-2023 **Repeat Violation**

50-09-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator with choking poster via email. **Repeat Violation**

51-13-4

Feb 9, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

11-27-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.

51-13-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Capital Chimis last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Capital Chimis on file is from Dec 22, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Capital Chimis?

Across the inspection record, “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Capital Chimis.

How does Capital Chimis compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Capital Chimis most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.

Has Capital Chimis' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Capital Chimis have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Capital Chimis 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 Capital Chimis inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Capital Chimis is inspected around two times per year on average.

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