Chivas Burger
Last inspected: Mar 24, 2026
33
Score
Public records show eight inspections at Chivas Burger stretching back to 2023. The most recent visit was on Mar 24, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around eight violations each.
“Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation” comes up most often, recorded six times in the inspection record.
Chivas Burger's latest score of 33 falls below the Homestead average of 70. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
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Inspections
3
Critical latest
2
Major latest
9
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 24, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed beef broth (57F - Cooling) in standing unit, as per operator soup was cooked the previous day. Operator segregate food to be discarded.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw liver stored above beef broth in standing unit at kitchen area. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed beef broth (57F - Cooling) in standing unit, as per operator soup was cooked the previous day. Operator segregate food to discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
03D-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade, operator removed to dishwashing area. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked chicken and cooked potatoes
02C-02-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled microwave handle.
23-24-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed at employee bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-12-6
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed under equipment at cook line, and throughout kitchen.
36-01-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed beans container not 6 inches off floor at dry storage area. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil container stored on floor next to 3 compartment sink. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored on top of ice machine at kitchen area. Operator moved to dishwashing area. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-12-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled microwave interior.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled can opener holder.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled interior of white standing unit at kitchen area. Also on standing freezer.**Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
33
Dec 9, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed white rice (89F - Hot Holding) inside rice cooker on prep table at kitchen. As per operator for less than 30 min. Operator turned on the cooker for reheat. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef inside reach in cooler at prep area. Operator properly arranged products. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over hot dogs inside reach in cooler at prep area. Operator properly rearranged. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed waste receptacle missing the lid at employee restroom .
32-12-6
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in freezer interior bottom soiled at prep area. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
58
Apr 18, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting board by 3 compartment sink.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed cart blocking access to hand wash sink at kitchen area, operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork not date marked inside reach in cooler at kitchen area, as per operator over 24 hours.
02C-02-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled interior of white reach in cooler at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
70
Dec 13, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 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 cooked white rice (89F - Hot Holding) at kitchen area, as per operator less than 3 hours. Operator proceeded to reheat food. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw steak stored above raw pork inside white reaching in cooler at kitchen area. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Operator employee was Instructed on correct procedures to wash hands.
12A-17-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade, also soiled white cutting board at kitchen area.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken soup not date marked inside reaching cooler at kitchen area. As per operator from previous day.
02C-02-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed ice machine soiled gaskets.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled interior of white reach in cooler.
22-16-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw pork belly (frozen) in a container by 3 compartment sink. Operator moved food to reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a bag of raw onions being stored on floor by back door at kitchen area. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under equipment at kitchen area.
36-73-4
39
Jul 12, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
78
Apr 19, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken and rice (121F - Hot Holding); white rice (118F - Hot Holding) on stove, as per employee less than 1 hour, employee proceeded to reheated. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steak stored above cooked pork inside white reach in cooler at kitchen. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
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 - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed table blocking HWS at kitchen area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty utensils inside HWSat kitchen area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
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 employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No training for :Lisandra, Daysi, Wilson, Dayani and Leonardo. **Warning**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pasta not date marked inside reach in cooler at kitchen area, as per employee from previous day. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a case of raw corn stored on kitchen floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed on reach in freezer at kitchen. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed on preparation table. **Warning**
21-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container in ice machine/ice bin. Observed personal drinks stored in ice. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-14-4
33
Oct 30, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 6 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above raw steak in white cooler at kitchen area. Employee rearranged properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed in preparation table at kitchen area, as per employee less than 2 hours, employee moved eggs to reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-03-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beans (123F - Hot Holding); on top of stove, as per Manager less than 1 hour, Manager proceed to reheat beans. beans (172F - Reheating) **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
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 form during inspection.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed cutting board on top of hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the bar area. Employee restocked during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
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. Provided form during inspection.
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed next to 3 compartment sink, employee restocked during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed in preparation table at kitchen area.
21-09-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled interior of 1 door reach in freezer next to door.
22-16-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 83°F next to stove, employee discarded during inspection.
10-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a bag of raw onions stored on floor near mop sink, employee rearranged properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed in employee bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed in employee bathroom.
32-04-4
22
Jun 14, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Chivas Burger last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Chivas Burger on file is from Mar 24, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Chivas Burger?
Across the inspection record, “reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Chivas Burger.
How does Chivas Burger compare to other restaurants in Homestead?
Chivas Burger most recently scored 33 out of 100, which is lower than the Homestead average of 70.
Has Chivas Burger's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Chivas Burger have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Chivas Burger 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 Chivas Burger inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Chivas Burger is inspected around three times per year on average.
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