Chevys Fresh Mex
Last inspected: Feb 22, 2024
45
Score
Chevys Fresh Mex appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 22, 2024. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about. The most recent inspection at Chevys Fresh Mex is from Feb 22, 2024, and nothing newer appears in the public record.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around nine violations, down from roughly 11 violations earlier in the record.
The pattern that stands out is “floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair”, which has been cited three times.
That's lower than the typical Miami restaurant, which scores around 74. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
4
Inspections
3
Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 22, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no breaker at splitter mop sink hose. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
29-34-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cold holding Cream Cheese 45F, Milk 49F. Walkin unit just repaired, unit currently at 39F.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination.Observed tortilla dough at front service counter not completely protected. Manager covered. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-02-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.Emailed and printed copy for operation. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.Observed approximately 4 floor tiles missing in walkin freezer . As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.Observed pitted walkin cooler shelves.
14-17-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing.Observed missing over half the tiles missing in women's restroom and some plastic covers placed across most of the ceiling area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
36-36-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.Observed multiple cutting boards in use on cook line with grooved marks. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
45
Nov 15, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment renewed license at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Tray of shell eggs stored over portioned shredded cheese in Walk in cooler.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb at mop sink.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink between dry storage and office at end of cook line.
31A-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Multiple Cutting boards are heavily soiled in kitchen and prep areas. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/.
53A-05-6
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Food contact shelves on cook line rusted.
22-31-4
Basic - Bathroom facility in disrepair. Ceilings are in disrepair in women's bathroom.
32-05-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl stored in sugar.
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Kitchen and restroom ceiling soiled. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on vending machine. General Manager trying on line to renew, having issues, inspector suggested calling the help #. **Corrective Action Taken**
50-01-4
Basic - Ice buckets are stored on top of ice machine between uses.
10-14-5
Basic - Multiple Cutting boards on cook line, prep tables and make bars have cut marks and are no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Multiple Soiled dry wiping cloths are in use and stored on cook line and cutting boards.
21-10-4
Basic - Pipes are exposed on ceiling thru hole in women's restroom.
36-04-5
25
Mar 23, 2023
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards soiled. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-23: Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards soiled. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed in the dining gaps in the wood ceiling. - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-23: Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed in the dining gaps in the wood ceiling. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Torn gaskets on the reach in cooler in front of the fry station. Observed reach in cooler in the cook line not working. Walk in freezer not working properly. As per operator, awaiting parts.l **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-23: Torn gaskets on the reach in cooler in front of the fry station. Observed reach in cooler in the cook line not working. Walk in freezer not working properly. As per operator, awaiting parts **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed approximately 4 floor tiles missing in the bar area. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-23: Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed approximately 2 floor tiles missing in the bar area **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in chest reach-in freezer walk-in freezer on the evaporator unit. - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-23: Ice buildup in walk-in freezer on the evaporator unit. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
74
Aug 24, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed guacamole (50F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (49F - Cold Holding)stored inside reach in cooler at the cook line, as per operator food was left inside cooler overnight. Operator discarded it. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. By the kitchen area.
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout the kitchen area.
36-34-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler in the cook line not working and gasket torn in. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cooler gasket soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Coated inside reach in cooler at the cook line.
29-49-6
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout the kitchen area and inside walk in freezer floor.
36-73-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Chevys Fresh Mex last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Chevys Fresh Mex on file is from Feb 22, 2024. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Chevys Fresh Mex?
Across the inspection record, “floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Chevys Fresh Mex.
How does Chevys Fresh Mex compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Chevys Fresh Mex most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Chevys Fresh Mex's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Chevys Fresh Mex have averaged around nine violations per visit, down from roughly 11 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Chevys Fresh Mex means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
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