Chuck Wagon
Last inspected: Mar 6, 2026
30
Score
Public records show eight inspections at Chuck Wagon stretching back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Mar 6, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around six violations to closer to 12 violations.
When inspectors have written things up, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
The city-wide average sits at 74, which Chuck Wagon's 30 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
8
Inspections
3
Critical latest
1
Major latest
13
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 6, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 13 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed burn cream stored above food prep station in kitchen.
41-07-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed diced tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding) and diced ham (47F - Cold Holding) located across the cook line. As per operator, items have been there for about an hour.
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 sausage patties (79F - Hot Holding) near cook line. As per operator, product has been there for no more than an hour.
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed shelf used for pots and pans with rust pitting the surface.
22-31-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 tank in back storage area not secured.
51-11-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed card board used to line food contact shelves next to the cook line.
14-05-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled in ware washing area.
36-34-5
Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed duct tape used to repair ware washing area sink.
14-71-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed hand wash sink near three compartment sink in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler located near cook line with torn gaskets.
14-11-5
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall near ware washing area in disrepair.
36-24-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign in men's restroom.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan covers soiled. Observed reach in cooler located across the cook line soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed soiled cloth used to clean flat top grill at the cook line.
21-10-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall near ware washing area soiled.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth not stored in chlorine solution.
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed working squeeze bottles containing oil and butter with no label at cook line.
02D-01-5
30
Oct 29, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of pepto-bismol and bottle of vitamins stored next to clean utensils on shelf. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked potatoes (125F - Hot Holding) at the cook line. As per operator, product was recently made and has been there for no more than half an hour. Operator began to reheat to correct parameters. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed female employee wash knife at hand wash sink located near ware washing station.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed dry rack shelves used to stored clean containers and utensils with rust accumulation.
22-31-4
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed kitchen and ware washing floor not smooth and durable.
36-11-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed gallon of oil on floor inside walk in cooler.
08B-38-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign located at hand wash station near the front counter. Observed sign posted. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
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 - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed working container of sugar near coffee prep station not labeled. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler gasket torn. Observed reach in cooler located across the cook line with torn gaskets.
14-11-5
45
Feb 21, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
37
Dec 17, 2024
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
51-11-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed reach in freezer with ice buildup.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Under steam table soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled behind flat grill **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
78
Apr 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed chlorine solution at 200 plus ppm. Employee took solution to dilute with water. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-12: Observed chlorine solution at 200 plus ppm. Employee took solution to dilute with water. **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
41-15-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water available when valve is open at hand sink at warehouse washing area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-12: Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water available when valve is open at hand sink at warehouse washing area. **Time Extended**
27-16-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed fryer baskets soiled with accumulated food debris. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-12: Observed fryer baskets soiled with accumulated food debris. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed unsealed concrete floor in kitchen and ware washing areas. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-12: Observed unsealed concrete floor in kitchen and ware washing areas. **Time Extended**
36-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris near chest freezer at kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-12: Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris near chest freezer at kitchen. **Time Extended**
36-27-5
64
Apr 9, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food Temperature Measuring Devices Provided and Accurate
FL-46
47
Sep 13, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
52
Oct 25, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
50
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Chuck Wagon last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Chuck Wagon on file is from Mar 6, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Chuck Wagon?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Chuck Wagon.
How does Chuck Wagon compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Chuck Wagon most recently scored 30 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Chuck Wagon's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Chuck Wagon have averaged around 12 violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Chuck Wagon 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 Chuck Wagon inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Chuck Wagon is inspected around two times per year on average.
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