Cheesecake Factory
Last inspected: Feb 9, 2026
82
Score
Public records show 12 inspections at Cheesecake Factory stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 9, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
The pattern that stands out is “ice buildup in walk-in freezer”, which has been cited seven times.
Cheesecake Factory's latest score of 82 sits above the Aventura average of 76. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
12
Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 9, 2026
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed the establishment have in the servers station, by the soups: Avocado corn salsa and fontina cheese. Inspector discussed with the operator and provided the handout. Observed the operator completed the form and reviewed with the inspector. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-10-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler, produce: fan covers soiled **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in cooler with walk in freezer combo, floor soiled underneath the shelves. **Corrected On-Site**
36-73-4
82
Sep 18, 2025
Complaint Full
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets in kitchen area torn. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Located in back prep kitchen. Advised manager and he instructed employee to clean. **Corrective Action Taken**
36-22-4
Basic - Observed Food storage container and container lid cracked or broken. Advised manager and discarded. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-38-4
86
Jun 2, 2025
Complaint Full
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. Located in kitchen area.
14-11-5
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Chef instructed employee to discard. **Corrected On-Site**
14-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
82
Apr 10, 2025
Complaint Full
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.
14-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4
86
Feb 3, 2025
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
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Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Located in reach in cooler. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-49-4
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Due to grout missing is some areas, resulting in standing water.
36-11-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Manager that they have a work order.
14-69-4
Basic - Observed oranges not washed prior to preparation. Oranges were going from box to juicer. Manager instructed employee to take to prep area and wash. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-39-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-33-4
74
Sep 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following food's temperatures greater than 41°F; shredded chicken (55F - Cold Holding); chopped chicken (54F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (45F - Cold Holding) All were located in kitchen reach in cooler. As per Chef cooler underwent maintenance and food had only been in cooler for about 2 hours. Manager instructed employee to place all foods on ice in order to cool. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed 2 jackets being stored directly over cases of sodas. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Located in back of house kitchen area.
36-22-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Located next to rice cooker. Chef discarded. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed shelf in kitchen area soiled with debris.
23-03-4
64
Mar 29, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
70
Nov 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towels lining a pan of cut limes. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-86-1
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed coffee kettle being stored on prep table in kitchen area. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket being stored on prep table in waiter station and in prep area. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-44-1
74
May 8, 2023
Complaint Full
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink being stored on shelf in dry storage area next to food. Manager discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Located in prep area. Manager cleaned at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-16-4
90
Apr 18, 2023
Complaint Full
5 minor violations.
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Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup with no handle being stored in pan of cooked corn. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water was 89°F and located next to rice cooker.
10-07-4
Basic - Light shield with water damage.
38-01-4
78
Feb 20, 2023
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Walk in cooler nearby the prep kitchen: cases of unwashed produce stored above cut lettuce. Discussed with the operator the proper storage of food and provided the handout for the proper storage of food. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle with sanitizer stored next to squeeze bottles with condiments. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Expo area: black bottle with Pure sanitizer not labeled.
41-17-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled on a prep table in the prep area.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Prep kitchen: blocked by a wheeled cart. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Drink station area.
31B-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed inside a closet with the radio equipment: holes in the ceiling around pipes.
36-32-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Located in kitchen area.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled with food debris throughout the establishment.
23-03-4
Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Music station inside the closet.
36-64-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Shelve in the ware wash area: clean pans with olds labels stuck on the pans.
16-46-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Located on top of prep throughout establishment.
21-44-1
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Bar area underneath the counter.
29-11-4
35
Nov 14, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp being stored on top of cooked chicken. Manager rearranged. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water was 96°F and located in front of prep sink.
10-07-4
Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of oil being stored on floor in dry storage area. Manager moved to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cheesecake Factory last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cheesecake Factory on file is from Feb 9, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cheesecake Factory?
Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in walk-in freezer” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Cheesecake Factory.
How does Cheesecake Factory compare to other restaurants in Aventura?
Cheesecake Factory most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Aventura average of 76.
Has Cheesecake Factory's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cheesecake Factory have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Cheesecake Factory 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 Cheesecake Factory inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Cheesecake Factory is inspected around four times per year on average.
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