Cheto Grill

12230 Sw 130 Street, Miami, FL 33186

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Mar 14, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Cheto Grill has six inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 14, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around five violations to closer to two violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “working containers of food removed” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Restaurants in Miami average 74, so Cheto Grill is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 14, 2025

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Basic - Ambient air thermometer not located in the coolest part of the hot holding unit. **Corrected On-Site**

05-04-4

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.

13-03-4

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Operator placed bucket on stove. **Corrected On-Site**

10-07-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sauce for chimichurri.

02D-01-5

Jan 31, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Apr 4, 2024

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Nov 9, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food.

14-14-4

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**

21-04-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Several containers with condiments not labeled.

02D-01-5

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.

14-09-4

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.

10-07-4

Mar 30, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.

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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint**

50-17-3

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.pans

24-05-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.

14-09-4

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.

10-07-4

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.

21-04-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Disposable cups on floor.

25-05-4

Aug 25, 2022

Routine - Food

5 minor violations.

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Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.

10-08-5

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.

10-20-4

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.

10-07-4

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.

29-49-6

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand sink.

29-11-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cheto Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cheto Grill on file is from Mar 14, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cheto Grill?

Across the inspection record, “working containers of food removed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Cheto Grill.

How does Cheto Grill compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Cheto Grill most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.

Has Cheto Grill's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Cheto Grill have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Cheto 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 Cheto Grill inspected?

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

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