Chez Lima Resto

860 Ne 79 St Ste B, Miami, FL 33138

French

Last inspected: Oct 13, 2025

Score

High Risk

The health department has logged four inspections at Chez Lima Resto, the earliest from 2024. On Oct 13, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around seven violations to closer to 11 violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “no paper towels”, showing up three times.

By comparison, the average Miami facility scores 74, putting Chez Lima Resto on the weaker side. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 13, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 5 minor violations.

View 11 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice and beans (123F - Hot Holding) as per employee prepared rice less than 2 hours. Hot Water not reaching the container in the steam table. **Warning**

03B-01-6

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee provided. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31B-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. Observed two new employees hired less than 60 days no employee agreement. Diannette Guerrier and Anita Dorvil. **Warning**

11-26-1

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray with degreaser not labeled under three compartment sink. **Warning**

41-17-4

Intermediate - Unnecessary persons in the food preparation, food storage, or warewashing area. Observed two persons in food preparation area. Employee advised can be inside truck when operating. **Warning**

43-08-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board at steam table soiled. **Warning**

22-02-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phones stored above reach in freezer. **Warning**

40-06-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil container stored on floor by freezer. **Warning**

08B-38-4

Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. **Warning**

50-03-4

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water 80°F by cook line. **Warning**

10-07-4

Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

50-04-4

Jun 23, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-23: **Time Extended**

50-04-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-23: **Time Extended**

14-69-4

Apr 22, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 7 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 12 violations

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed ice stored inside a nonfood-grade bags at white chest reach in freezer. **Warning**

14-31-5

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink. **Warning**

31B-03-4

Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. **Warning**

11-07-5

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 by email. **Warning**

11-27-4

Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning**

16-37-1

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**

05-08-4

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**

53B-01-5

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. **Warning**

14-69-4

50-04-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided by email.

51-13-4

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer inside reach in cooler. **Warning**

05-09-4

Feb 15, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.

31B-02-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chez Lima Resto last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chez Lima Resto on file is from Oct 13, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Chez Lima Resto?

Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Chez Lima Resto.

How does Chez Lima Resto compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Chez Lima Resto most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.

Has Chez Lima Resto's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Chez Lima Resto have averaged around 11 violations per visit, up from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Chez Lima Resto 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.

How often is Chez Lima Resto inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Chez Lima Resto is inspected around two times per year on average.

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