Chimi Paniagua

2517 Nw 21 Terr Ste 3, Miami, FL 33142

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Sep 23, 2025

Score

High Risk

Across the available record, Chimi Paniagua has five inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Sep 23, 2025. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around 18 violations lately compared to roughly zero violations before.

Across the inspection history, “cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Compared to other Miami restaurants (averaging 74), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 23, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 11 minor violations.

View 18 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw ground beef stored over fries. Employee stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

08A-05-6

Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed certificate expired for Gerson De L. S. Paniagua 08/31/2020 **Warning**

53A-03-7

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled with mold-like substance by prep area. **Warning**

22-02-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink blocked with cutting board. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31A-09-4

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. **Warning**

11-27-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Employee provided. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31B-03-4

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. Observed no proof of training for employee Javiel De Los Santos work food truck for 2 years. **Warning**

53B-01-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hoods soiled. **Warning**

23-03-4

Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed an open plastic bottle of water stored inside reach in freezer. Employee discarded. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

12B-13-4

Basic - Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Employee clean bottom of reach in freezer. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

22-16-4

Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed by three compartment sink near microwave. **Warning**

21-10-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil stored on floor. Employee stored six inches off floor. **Warning**

08B-38-4

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. **Warning**

22-08-4

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

14-09-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an open drink stored at prep area. **Warning**

12B-07-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Warning**

14-11-5

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with accumulation of grease under prep table near fryers. **Warning**

36-73-4

Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed during food service. A solid sliding customer service window is necessary for the particular operation conducted and which must remain closed except when actually serving food. **Warning**

35B-14-4

May 19, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Nov 6, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board with cut marks and no longer cleanable.

14-09-4

Apr 30, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at preparation table.

14-09-4

Jan 9, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events

FL-05

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chimi Paniagua last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chimi Paniagua on file is from Sep 23, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Chimi Paniagua?

Across the inspection record, “cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Chimi Paniagua.

How does Chimi Paniagua compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Chimi Paniagua most recently scored 27 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.

Has Chimi Paniagua's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Chimi Paniagua have averaged around 18 violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Chimi Paniagua 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 Chimi Paniagua inspected?

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

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