Chef Nates

2045 Wilton Dr, Wilton Manors, FL 33305

American

Last inspected: Dec 11, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Public records show eight inspections at Chef Nates stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 11, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Chef Nates' latest score of 67 falls below the Wilton Manors average of 81. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 11, 2025

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Oct 28, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Mar 24, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Bar floor not cleaned.

36-01-4

Basic - Soda lines passing through ice bin with build up.

29-15-4

Dec 20, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored above ready to eat produce in walk in cooler. Operator relocated eggs to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed all three drain lines on bar soda guns clogged with mold like debris.

29-08-4

Mar 8, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in walk-in cooler, raw shell eggs stored above ready to eat bread. Operator relocated eggs to poultry zone. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

08A-05-6

Dec 18, 2023

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Apr 28, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Walk in cooler - raw commutated beef/pork stored over raw pork. Operator stored all items properly. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-20-5

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Beverage tubing/cold plate not separated from stored ice - observed buildup of dark substance on tubes through drink ice in left side ice well. See stop sale.

01B-13-4

Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

53B-13-5

Basic - Beverage tubing/cold plate not separated from stored ice - observed buildup of dark substance on tubes through drink ice in left side ice well. See stop sale.

14-18-4

Aug 30, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations.

View 4 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Walk in cooler - raw beef stored over cooked pork. Raw pork stored over ready to eat bolo sauce in cookline flip top. Reviewed proper refrigerator storage procedures and operator stored all items properly. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris or dust. Knife rack on cookline. **Repeat Violation**

22-02-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 2 unlabeled spray bottles at bar. Operator properly labeled. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk in expo reach in - per operator opened 3 days ago. Operator properly date marked. **Corrected On-Site**

02C-03-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chef Nates last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chef Nates on file is from Dec 11, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Chef Nates?

Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Chef Nates.

How does Chef Nates compare to other restaurants in Wilton Manors?

Chef Nates most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Wilton Manors average of 81.

Has Chef Nates' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Chef Nates have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Chef Nates 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 Chef Nates inspected?

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

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