Chica
Last inspected: May 9, 2025
70
Score
Public records show seven inspections at Chica stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated May 9, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near seven violations per visit.
“Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
Compared to other Miami restaurants (averaging 74), there's room to close the gap. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
May 9, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over milk at dessert station. Operator started to rearrange products. **Corrective Action Taken**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at cook line. **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at cook line.
31B-04-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 0ppm) at desserts station. Operator discarded the solution. **Corrective Action Taken**
21-08-4
70
Oct 8, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. Observed ROP onsite of fish. As per operator the fish is packaged while fresh.
03G-04-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish over kale at ceviche station. Operator properly rearranged products by cooking tempetures. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. Observed ROP onsite of fish. As per operator the fish is packaged while fresh.
01B-13-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at cook line. Operator provided the paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand whisk inside hand sink at kitchen. Operator removed the item. Also observed hand sink **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed ROP onsite of cooked short rib, birria beef all held for more than 48 hrs.
03G-50-1
Intermediate - Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm).
16-59-1
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed hand sink faucet broken at bar.
14-11-5
37
May 10, 2024
Routine - Food
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. Can opener soiled **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-10: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Glass wall opened to outside open air kitchen, air curtains turned off, operator reactivated them. discussed with operator that when glass wall is opened, air has to be on. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-10: **Time Extended**
35B-12-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Can opener blade not kept sharp - observed metal shavings. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-10: **Time Extended**
14-22-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-10: **Time Extended**
24-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-10: **Time Extended**
10-20-4
74
May 6, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0 ppm operator will call for repairs. **Warning**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Sink blocked by trash can and pan in kitchen - Bar sink had 2 bottles in it. Operator fixed both these issues. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bleach spray bottle, operator labeled it **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Can opener blade not kept sharp - observed metal shavings. **Warning**
14-22-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Sign at bar was worn to the point that It could no longer be read. Operator replaced it. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Glass wall opened to outside open air kitchen, air curtains turned off, operator reactivated them. discussed with operator that when glass wall is opened, air has to be on. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
35B-12-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Multiple areas of kitchen where there was soiled towels, operator placed the, in correct place. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-12-4
47
Jan 30, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Items in salad prep reach-in cooler: egg (48F - Cold Holding); tuna (49F - Cold Holding). Manager stated items were at proper temperatures 3 hours earlier. Manager placed items in walk-in freezer to reduce temperature to 41F. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee handled dirty dishes then proceeded to handle clean dishes without washing hands.
12A-13-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Green cutting board on prep table across from salad prep reach-in cooler.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee dumped drink in bar area hand washing sink.
31A-11-4
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/. No certified food manager with 12 employees working.
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at bar area hand washing sink. Manager provided soap at sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Pork thawing in standing water in prep sink at end of cook line. Manager placed pork under running water. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth stored on reach-in cooler across from cook line. Manager placed towels in sanitizer bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on cook line oven handle. Manager removed tongs from handle. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Containers stored on dish rack next to back door.
16-46-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Dumpster behind back door.
33-16-4
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Sticker on cut avocado on cook line not removed.
08B-39-4
37
Jun 22, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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FL-14
90
Nov 4, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef stored above raw pork, employee rearranged for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment paid during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
50-17-2
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Dish area.
36-27-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed quart containers wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Chica last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Chica on file is from May 9, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Chica?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Chica.
How does Chica compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Chica most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Chica's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Chica have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Chica 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 Chica inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Chica is inspected around three times per year on average.
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