Chivas Burger

20916 S Dixie Hwy, Miami, FL 33189
American
Last inspected: Dec 1, 2025
95
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Chivas Burger six times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent visit was on Dec 1, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.

The city-wide average for Miami sits at 74, putting Chivas Burger on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 1, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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 2025-12-01: **Time Extended**
50-04-4
95
Nov 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Warning**
50-17-3
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic water bottles stored on floor. **Warning**
08B-38-4
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. **Warning**
50-04-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked steak container not covered inside reach in freezer. **Warning**
08B-12-5
74
Jun 27, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Operator provided PH test strips. Showed operation the correct test strip used for chlorine. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-27: **Time Extended**
16-32-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-27: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-27: **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer gasket torn, freezer located next to the hand sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-27: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
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. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-27: **Time Extended**
50-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash sign provided. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-27: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
64
May 5, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster at time of inspection. Provided operator with poster via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
51-13-4
95
Dec 18, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
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 - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Operator provided PH test strips. Showed operation the correct test strip used for chlorine. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
16-32-5
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee training for Daisy Angulo expired on July 2023. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer gasket torn, freezer located next to the hand sink. **Warning**
14-11-5
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
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash sign provided. **Warning**
31B-04-4
58
Feb 28, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In the reach in cooler observed cut lettuce (50F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (55F - Cold Holding), as per employee less than 4 hours, employee placed food in ice to rapidly cool down. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In the reach in cooler observed raw chicken over raw beef.
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Operator provided PH sanitizer kit. Instructed employee which test kit to buy for chlorine.
16-32-5
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.
50-04-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
58

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chivas Burger last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chivas Burger on file is from Dec 1, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does Chivas Burger compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Chivas Burger most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.

Has Chivas Burger's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Chivas Burger have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Chivas Burger means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Chivas Burger inspected?

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