Charcoals Latin Grill
Last inspected: Sep 23, 2025
86
Score
Inspectors have visited Charcoals Latin Grill seven times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Sep 23, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near six violations per visit.
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.
Compared to the broader Miami restaurant scene, where the average is 74, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 23, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed some soiled at some parts of kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gasket at reach-in cooler unit by cook line.
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at flip top salad unit. **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6
86
Feb 27, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
43
Nov 4, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a gallon of vinegar stored at kitchen floor, operator relocated the vinegar to a rack. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets at drawer reach in cooler under flat top grill. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
90
Mar 15, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
47
Oct 9, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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 form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for dishwasher.
16-37-1
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket at the cook line soiled. Operator cleaned immediately. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth near cook line not stored in sanitizing solution. Operator discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
74
Mar 22, 2023
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at the ice machine by the mop sink. Operator cleaned it. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic cup used as scoop inside garlic powder. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed In-use utensil stored in standing water at 91° F. Operator removed the water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board, operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled next to the hand wash sink. Operator cleaned them. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed establishment is reusing bottle of sour orange marinade to store juice of maracuya.
25-32-4
74
Aug 31, 2022
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 Poultry (45F - Cold Holding); Beef (47F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler. Chef placed food items over ice to rapid cool **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed fish and shrimp cold holding in cooler not covered. Manager placed lids on containers **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled with mold like substance Manager had employee clean machine **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets across flat top in disrepair
14-11-5
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed missing in reach in cooler across flat top in cookline
05-09-4
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Charcoals Latin Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Charcoals Latin Grill on file is from Sep 23, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Charcoals Latin Grill?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Charcoals Latin Grill.
How does Charcoals Latin Grill compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Charcoals Latin Grill most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.
Has Charcoals Latin Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Charcoals Latin Grill have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Charcoals Latin Grill means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Charcoals Latin Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Charcoals Latin Grill is inspected around two times per year on average.
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