Choripan Cafeteria
Last inspected: Mar 16, 2026
50
Score
Choripan Cafeteria appears in inspection records 12 times, starting in 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 16, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around 12 violations lately and about 19 violations before that.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “time/temperature control for safety food cold held”, showing up six times.
By comparison, the average Miami facility scores 74, putting Choripan Cafeteria on the weaker side. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
12
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
9
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 16, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**
29-34-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle underneath dish machine with cleaning solution with no label. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Observed spray bottle underneath dish machine with cleaning solution with no label. **Time Extended**
41-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in lobby/lounge area with water damage. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Observed ceiling tiles in lobby/lounge area with water damage. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed two cracked containers near front counter. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Observed two cracked containers near front counter. **Time Extended**
14-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters at the cook line soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Observed hood filters at the cook line soiled. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed pipe underneath three compartment sink leaking water. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Observed pipe underneath three compartment sink leaking water. **Time Extended**
29-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler located near cook line with soiled interior. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Observed reach in cooler located near cook line with soiled interior. **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in freezer located near cook line with rusted shelves. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Observed reach in freezer located near cook line with rusted shelves. **Time Extended**
14-33-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in freezer with rusted shelves. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Observed walk in freezer with rusted shelves. **Time Extended**
14-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloth on prep table not stored in sanitary solution. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Observed wiping cloth on prep table not stored in sanitary solution. **Time Extended**
21-12-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed working squeeze bottles of oil and sauces with no label near cook line. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Observed working squeeze bottles of oil and sauces with no label near cook line. **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
50
Mar 13, 2026
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 13 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of acetaminophen stored on shelf above coffee prep station. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded lettuce (64F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (52F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (48F - Cold Holding); sausage (44F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler located across the cook line.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle spray can of WD-40 stored ext to clean dishes in storage area. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle underneath dish machine with cleaning solution with no label.
41-17-4
Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first.
36-06-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in lobby/lounge area with water damage.
36-32-5
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired.
14-74-7
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting boards in kitchen area with cut marks and no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed two cracked containers near front counter.
14-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed set of tongs stored on fire suppression pipe.
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters at the cook line soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed pipe underneath three compartment sink leaking water.
29-08-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler located near cook line with soiled interior.
22-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in freezer located near cook line with rusted shelves.
14-33-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in freezer with rusted shelves.
14-17-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloth on prep table not stored in sanitary solution.
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed working squeeze bottles of oil and sauces with no label near cook line.
02D-01-5
26
Nov 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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/ Observed 4 employees engaged in food preparation in kitchen and front counter with no certified manager present during inspection. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-10: Did not observed 4 employees engaged in food preparation in kitchen and front counter with no certified manager present during inspection. **Time Extended**
53A-05-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at front counter next to sodas reach in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-10: Still observed at front counter next to sodas reach in cooler. **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed on preparation table at kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-10: Still observed on preparation table at kitchen area. **Time Extended**
21-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions. Observed employee aprons improperly stored near the mop sink at kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-10: Still observed employee aprons improperly stored near the mop sink at kitchen area. **Time Extended**
40-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair Observed back exit door with torn screen. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-10: Still observed back exit door with torn screen. **Time Extended**
35B-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusty at kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-10: Still observed walk in cooler shelves rusty at kitchen area. **Time Extended**
14-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed all over preparation tables at kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-10: Still observed all over preparation tables at kitchen area. **Time Extended**
21-12-4
67
Nov 7, 2025
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 3 major violations. 16 minor violations.
View 25 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Milk (44F - Cold Holding) on rack at walk in cooler. As per operator less than an hour. Operator put it in ice bath for rapid cooling. Also observed Sliced Ham (45F - Cold Holding) on rack at walk in cooler. As per operator for less than an hour. Operator put it in ice bath for rapid cooling. Also Chicken Soup (54F - Cold Holding) on rack at walk in cooler. As per operator for less than 24 hours. Operator discarded it during inspection.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed personal medicine stored at dry storage area with spices container.
41-07-4
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. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 10ppm) at triple sink. Operator correct ppm concentration Triple Sink (Chlorine 50ppm) during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
High Priority - Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed 1 employee engaged in food preparation washing hands for less than the proper time. Coached employee on proper procedure.
12A-17-4
High Priority - Employee washed hands with cold water. Observed 1 employee engaged in food preparation washing her hands with cold water. Coached employee on proper procedure.
12A-19-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Chicken Soup (54F - Cold Holding) on rack at walk in cooler. As per operator for less than 24 hours. Operator discarded during inspection.
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed inside coffee machine at front counter.
14-14-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed paddle utensil stored inside hand wash sink at kitchen area.
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/ Observed 4 employees engaged in food preparation in kitchen and front counter with no certified manager present during inspection. **Repeat Violation**
53A-05-6
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed inside wheat container next to orange juice machine at front counter. Employee removed it during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile with a hole outside of meat walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at front counter next to sodas reach in cooler.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed water bottle on top of preparation table at kitchen area. Employee discarded it during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under equipments at cook line area.
36-73-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed inside ice machine at front counter. **Repeat Violation**
10-08-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed plastic utensil stored inside rice touching the food.
10-01-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed on preparation table at kitchen area.
21-04-4
Basic - No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions. Observed employee aprons improperly stored near the mop sink at kitchen area.
40-01-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed under triple sink at kitchen area.
29-08-4
Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair Observed back exit door with torn screen. **Repeat Violation**
35B-09-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed several cases of single service cups stored on the floor at kitchen entrance. Operator stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusty at kitchen area.
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed behind equipments at cook line. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed all over preparation tables at kitchen area.
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container with no labeled on top of preparation table at kitchen area.
02D-01-5
14
Jun 26, 2025
Routine - Food
8 critical violations. 3 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 23 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employees employee cracked shell eggs than continued to prepare food without washing hands prior. Coached employee correct hand washing procedures. Employee wash hand on site. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: **Time Extended**
12A-27-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee washed plastic cups used to serve customers and rinse it but failed to sanitize it, at three compartment sink at front counter. Instructed operator to remove all the cups that were not sanitized and properly sanitize it before using it. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: **Time Extended**
22-45-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: **Time Extended**
22-12-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In the walk in cooler observed raw whole chicken stored over raw pork ribs in the walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: **Time Extended**
08A-20-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. At cook line observed raw eggs (81F - Cold Holding), as per cook for less than 1 hour. Employee transferred eggs back in the cooler to rapidly cool down. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: **Time Extended**
03A-03-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed ROP raw fish in the prep cooler located at cook line thawed in the ROP package. Instructed employee to discard fish. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: **Time Extended**
01B-13-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at prep cooler located at cook line raw fish (49F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (46F - Cold Holding); ham (46F - Cold Holding), as per cook food was transferred to cooler less than 4 hours ago, instructed employee to transfer food to another working cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: **Time Extended**
03A-02-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in the hot holding unit at front counter stuffed potatoes (89F - Hot Holding); ham croquettes (90 F - Hot Holding); beef empanadas (133F - Hot Holding), as per operator less than 2 hours, instructed employee to reheat food items. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: **Time Extended**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a container stored in the hand sink located at cook line. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: **Time Extended**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels, at cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: **Time Extended**
31B-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed prep cooler door handle soiled, cooler located at cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: **Time Extended**
23-24-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 2 ROP fish fillets thawing in the walk in cooler, fish was still frozen when found, employee removed it on site. Coached and explained employees and kitchen manager to always remove ROP fish before thawing. Observed ROP raw fish in the prep cooler located at cook line thawed in the ROP package. Instructed employee to discard fish. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: **Time Extended**
06-09-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer door handle missing, observed also reach in freezer gasket torn. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in the walk in cooler located towards kitchen door exit. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: **Time Extended**
36-22-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven at cook line interior soiled. Observed microwave interior soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: **Time Extended**
22-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees, at front counter. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed at storage area exterior of rice container soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surfaces not allow easy cleaning and maintenance. Observed reach in freezer located at cook line with the original wrap cover. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: **Time Extended**
14-52-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: **Time Extended**
14-33-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in freezer interior has accumulation of soil residues, located at storage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed accumulation of standing water on the bottom of prep cooler located at cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: **Time Extended**
29-49-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed hand wash sink at front counter slow draining. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-26: **Time Extended**
29-20-5
12
Feb 20, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
47
Dec 17, 2024
Routine - Food
8 critical violations. 4 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 24 violations
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. At cook line observed raw eggs (81F - Cold Holding), as per cook for less than 1 hour. Employee transferred eggs back in the cooler to rapidly cool down. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-03-5
High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employees employee cracked shell eggs than continued to prepare food without washing hands prior. Coached employee correct hand washing procedures. Employee wash hand on site. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
12A-27-4
High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee washed plastic cups used to serve customers and rinse it but failed to sanitize it, at three compartment sink at front counter. Instructed operator to remove all the cups that were not sanitized and properly sanitize it before using it. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-45-4
High Priority - Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. **Warning**
22-12-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In the walk in cooler observed raw whole chicken stored over raw pork ribs in the walk in cooler. **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed ROP raw fish in the prep cooler located at cook line thawed in the ROP package. Instructed employee to discard fish. **Warning**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at prep cooler located at cook line raw fish (49F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (46F - Cold Holding); ham (46F - Cold Holding), as per cook food was transferred to cooler less than 4 hours ago, instructed employee to transfer food to another working cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in the hot holding unit at front counter stuffed potatoes (89F - Hot Holding); ham croquettes (90 F - Hot Holding); beef empanadas (133F - Hot Holding), as per operator less than 2 hours, instructed employee to reheat food items. **Warning**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels, at cook line. **Warning**
31B-05-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a container stored in the hand sink located at cook line. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-11-4
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. Observed employee Rafael Filipini working for about 60 days, as per operator with no proof of training. **Warning**
53B-02-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed prep cooler door handle soiled, cooler located at cook line. **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 2 ROP fish fillets thawing in the walk in cooler, fish was still frozen when found, employee removed it on site. Coached and explained employees and kitchen manager to always remove ROP fish before thawing. Observed ROP raw fish in the prep cooler located at cook line thawed in the ROP package. Instructed employee to discard fish. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
06-09-1
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer door handle missing, observed also reach in freezer gasket torn. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in the walk in cooler located towards kitchen door exit. **Warning**
36-22-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven at cook line interior soiled. Observed microwave interior soiled. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees, at front counter. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed at storage area exterior of rice container soiled. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surfaces not allow easy cleaning and maintenance. Observed reach in freezer located at cook line with the original wrap cover. **Warning**
14-52-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning**
14-33-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed accumulation of standing water on the bottom of prep cooler located at cook line. **Warning**
29-49-6
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed hand wash sink at front counter slow draining. **Warning**
29-20-5
Basic - Reach-in freezer interior has accumulation of soil residues, located at storage area. **Warning**
22-16-4
11
Apr 25, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medicine stored on self above prep table - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-25: Observed medicine stored on self above prep table **Time Extended**
41-07-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed sanitizer bucket with chlorine 200 plus ppm - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-25: Observed sanitizer bucket with chlorine 0ppm, employee took solution to replenish with chlorine. **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
41-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bags of coffee stored inside of hand sink at front counter and serving spoon inside of hand wash sink in kitchen area - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-25: Observed bags of coffee stored inside of hand sink at front counter **Time Extended**
31A-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Observed fan cover inside of walk in cooler missing. Observed ceiling in disrepair above ice machine **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-25: Observed fan cover inside of walk in cooler missing. Observed ceiling in disrepair above ice machine **Time Extended**
36-51-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor near dry storage area - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-25: Observed standing water on floor near dry storage area **Time Extended**
36-22-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle not stored above food inside of beans, rice, and breadcrumb containers. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-25: Observed handle not stored above food inside of beans, rice, and breadcrumb containers. **Time Extended**
10-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer gaskets soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-25: Observed reach in freezer gaskets soiled. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed back exterior door next to walk in cooler not self closing and missing door knob. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-25: Observed back exterior door next to walk in cooler not self closing and missing door knob. **Time Extended**
35B-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on prep table in kitchen - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-25: Observed wet wiping cloth stored on prep table in kitchen **Time Extended**
21-12-4
50
Apr 24, 2024
Routine - Food
10 critical violations. 3 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 24 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed croquetas (94F - Hot Holding); pan de bono (88F - Hot Holding); as per manager for 2 hours.
03B-01-6
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed sanitizer bucket with chlorine 200 plus ppm
41-27-4
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medicine stored on self above prep table
41-07-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beans with eggs (64F - Cold Holding); beans (58F - Cold Holding); lasagna (59F - Cold Holding)Observed raw fish (48F - Cold Holding) inside of reach in cooler at cook line as per manager since previous day.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed one can of mushrooms dented and one can of tomato puree rusted.
01B-01-4
High Priority - Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Observed employee switch from working with raw pork to cut vegetables without washing hands
12A-12-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed food stored inside non food grade bags inside rice container and at steam table. Employee removed products from bag at steam table. **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw bacon stored over ready to eat diced ham at flip top cooler
08A-05-6
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shell eggs stored at room temperature at cook line as per employee, for 2 hours. Observed shell eggs stored at 62F inside of walk in cooler. As per employee, since the previous day.
03A-03-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed beans with eggs (64F - Cold Holding); beans (58F - Cold Holding); lasagna (59F - Cold Holding); Shell eggs stored at 62F inside of walk in cooler, and raw fish (48F - Cold Holding) inside of reach in cooler as per manager since previous day.
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed manager unaware of how to calibrate thermometer. Discussed with manager how to calibrate probe thermometer. Provided manager with calibration handout. **Corrected On-Site**
53A-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled and deli slicer soiled with old food debris. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bags of coffee stored inside of hand sink at front counter and serving spoon inside of hand wash sink in kitchen area
31A-11-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed back exterior door next to walk in cooler not self closing and missing door knob. **Repeat Violation**
35B-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service trays stored on the floor across from ice machine.
25-05-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on prep table in kitchen
21-12-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer gaskets soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Observed rust on bottom inside of reach in cooler at front counter.
14-33-4
Basic - Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Observed fan cover inside of walk in cooler missing. Observed ceiling in disrepair above ice machine **Repeat Violation**
36-51-4
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed ambient temperature at walk in cooler at 62F. Repair technician arrived during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
14-74-7
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with stains and cut marks in kitchen.
14-09-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor near dry storage area
36-22-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed raw chicken stored on floor inside of walk in freezer
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle not stored above food inside of beans, rice, and breadcrumb containers.
10-01-5
10
Nov 20, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
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High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw pork and raw chicken stored inside non food grade bags at walk in cooler.
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over potatoes at walk in cooler.
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with heavy accumulation of old food debris.
22-02-4
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/ Observed 5 food employees serving and preparing food, no CFM present.
53A-05-6
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler fan guard missing, leaving fan exposed.
36-51-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling in disrepair above ice machine near back exit door.
36-32-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer at storage area.
14-69-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at women's bathroom.
31B-04-4
Basic - Observed clean knives stored on magnet holster soiled with old food debris. Located at cook line.
24-06-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed back exit door open during inspection.
35B-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at front counter and cook line.
21-12-4
41
Mar 3, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
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High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw chicken stored inside non food grade bag at reach in freezer. Observed beans stored in non food grade bag at steam table.
14-31-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (54F - Cold Holding) at room temperature at cook line. As per employee, less than 30 minutes. Employee placed item inside reach in cooler. Observed cooked onions (62F - Cold Holding) near reach in cooler at cook line. As per manager, less than 1 hour. Advised manager to place item inside reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with old food debris. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee draining pot of yuca into hand sink at cook line.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed container of noodles not date marked at walk in cooler. As per manager, item was prepared on the previous day. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler fan cover missing.
36-51-4
Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed at walk in freezer.
36-06-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed near walk in freezer.
36-37-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at preparation area.
14-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers of oil and chicken base stored on floor at kitchen.
08B-38-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed at back exit door. **Repeat Violation**
35B-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed container of beans and cooked pork not covered at walk in cooler.
08B-12-5
Basic - Utensils in poor condition. Observed potato masher with rust near 3 compartment sink.
14-12-4
35
Oct 20, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Choripan Cafeteria last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Choripan Cafeteria on file is from Mar 16, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Choripan Cafeteria?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Choripan Cafeteria.
How does Choripan Cafeteria compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Choripan Cafeteria most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Choripan Cafeteria's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Choripan Cafeteria have averaged around 12 violations per visit, down from roughly 19 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Choripan Cafeteria 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 Choripan Cafeteria inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Choripan Cafeteria is inspected around four times per year on average.
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